Among the many events that take place throughout the year in the city of Seville. “Feria de Abril” is one of the most important and emblematic events in the city of Seville. Represents both tradition and Andalusian culture, extolling itself as a tourist attraction not only in Spain, but internationally. And LOCK & enjoy! is the solution for your luggage.
One of the most popular and traditional festivals in our country, every year the “Feria de Abril” welcomes thousands of people from all over the world, who come with the aim of enjoying the festivities, the joy and the spectacular atmosphere that, for a week, take over the city.
Such is its worldwide repercussion, that finding accommodation during the Feria de Abril in Seville is a challenge. Because there are no rooms or flats available, or because the price is simply prohibitive.
This means that many people come to the Feria de Abril without accommodation, arriving by train, car or bus from different destinations with the idea of spending a day in the city of Seville and being able to experience this spring fair at first hand.
Aware that this is a much more common situation than it may seem, at LOCK & enjoy! we have different luggage lockers in Seville where you can leave your luggage and all the belongings you carry with you, in a totally safe way, so you can enjoy your stay in the city without having to worry about your suitcases. You can leave your luggage when you arrive and pick it up just before you leave with total flexibility, going to them as many times as you want while your booking lasts.
When is the Feria de Abril in Seville?
Although the dates may vary from year to year, in general, the “Feria de Abril” in Seville is held every year in April, two weeks after Easter.
This year 2024, the Fair will begin next Sunday 14th April at 00:00 hours and will end on Saturday 20th April.
Just before the inauguration, the legendary “pescaito dinner” is held on Saturday 13 April, which marks the opening of the festival. And one day later, the traditional “Domingo de resaca” takes place, which brings the Feria to an end with the last bullfight.
Where is the Feria de abril in Seville?
The heart of the celebration is in the Gran Recinto Ferial, better known as the Real de la Feria de Sevilla, which is characterised by being an enclosure prepared for the occasion. Multitude of streets full of stalls decorated with coloured lanterns that are responsible for providing colour and illumination. Constantly crossed by riders on horseback and the traditional carriages. The Sevillian costumes, music and the smell of “pescaito frito” (fried fish) are classic elements.
Location of the Feria de Abril in Seville:
The fairgrounds are located in the Los Remedios district of Seville, specifically on Calle Joselito el Gallo, and although it is slightly away from the centre, it is perfectly connected, and you can get there quickly and easily by metro, bus, taxi or private car. And if you are not in a hurry, you can also walk there without any problems.
And, although this is the official venue, the reality is that the Feria takes over the streets all over the city. You can enjoy the party atmosphere for a whole week in almost any location.
The night of the alumbrao, the most special moment of the Fair
The “noche del alumbrao” is the night that officially inaugurates the April Fair in Seville. With the lighting of the monumental façade that leads to the entrance to the fairgrounds with thousands of light bulbs at 00:00 hours on the opening Sunday. From that moment onwards, the “casetas” open their doors.
For the people of Seville, the night of the alumbrao is as important as New Year’s Eve, and tradition dictates that this night marks the beginning of a new year.
Which are the typical Feria de Abril dresses?
The typical dress of the Seville Fair is the flamenco dress, also known as “traje de gitana”. Which is the most international dress of our country. Known all over the world, and is extolled as the essential attire for the women who go to visit the Fair.
How many “casetas” are there in the Seville Fair?
Although the exact number is still unknown, in 2023 the Feria de Sevilla had a total of 1053 booths. Both public and private, spread over 15 streets named after historic bullfighters.
Don’t worry about your luggage at the “Feria de Sevilla” with LOCK & enjoy!
In case you don’t have accommodation and you don’t have a place to leave your luggage, LOCK & enjoy! offers you different luggage lockers in the city centre, where you can leave all your belongings in a comfortable, fast and completely safe way, so you can enjoy your stay to the maximum without having to carry all your things on your back.
The luggage lockers are the solution you were looking for to enjoy a day at the Feria de Sevilla, as they are intelligent lockers designed so that you can enjoy the city in complete freedom. With the peace of mind of knowing that your luggage will be safe, as they are video monitored 24 hours a day. In addition, they open with a personal and non-transferable code that you will receive when you make your reservation, without having to use a key.
You simply book your locker through our website for as long as you need and you will receive the opening code immediately. You can open and close them as many times as you like during your booking, at any time, as they are always available to you.
All LOCK & enjoy! luggage lockers are located in the city centre, with the aim of facilitating access, with different options to choose from:
- Arenal lockers: 34 Zaragoza Street.
- Alfalfa lockers: 27 Águilas Street.
- Alameda lockers: calle Feria 95.
- Duque lockers: 9 Teniente Borges Street.
- Santa Justa lockers: Avenida Pablo Iglesias 7.
If you are coming to the Feria de Abril and you don’t know where to leave your luggage, book your locker at LOCK & enjoy Seville now!. You will be able to choose the most suitable suitcase size depending on the characteristics of your luggage, and you will only pay for the locker, not for the luggage.
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