Ronda Romántica 2025 is almost here, and the excitement is building across one of Andalucía’s most charming cities. From May 30 to June 1, 2025, Ronda once again transforms into a vibrant scene from the 19th century, celebrating its rich cultural heritage with parades, music, folklore, and historical reenactments.
Visitors can look forward to a full weekend of festivities, where locals dress in traditional costumes, streets bustle with markets and performances, and the spirit of Andalucía’s past comes alive. This annual event commemorates the era when travelers, artists, and bandoleros (bandits) shaped Ronda’s legend in the eyes of Europe.
Listen to the podcast about Ronda Romántica 2025
Get ready to experience the magic of Ronda Romántica 2025! In this episode, we take you on a journey through one of Andalucía’s most unique festivals, where the streets of Ronda come alive with 19th-century parades, flamenco, historical reenactments, and colorful markets.
What to Expect at Ronda Romántica 2025
Throughout the festival, Ronda’s historic center will host colorful processions, traditional music, flamenco performances, and lively reenactments of important historical moments. Expect a weekend filled with sights, sounds, and tastes from another era.
Highlights include the Romántico Pasacalles, historical reenactments such as “La Quema de Algarrobo” and “Pasión Bandolera”, plus lively folklore performances. Families will love the children’s parades and games, while music lovers will enjoy concerts, flamenco dancing and singers.
Calendar of events for Ronda Romántica 2025
The official website for Ronda Romántica (in Spanish) is here
(See the PDF official program in Spanish here.)
May 2025
30 May (Friday)
- Romántico Pasacalles: Vístete de Ronda
Parade from Barrio San Francisco to Plaza de la Merced
19:00 h - XI Encuentro de los Cantes Flamenco
Performance by Galacho de Málaga
Balcones de la Alameda del Tajo — 23:00 h
Infantil Program
- Children’s Parade with Charangas and Mascotas Bandoleras 12:30 h
Festival de Folklore
- Grupo Folklórico Juan Navarro (Torremolinos) Folklore dancing and singing. Balcones de la Alameda — 22:00 h
Romantic Ambient Music
- 21:15 h Charanga Pingüino de Sevilla (Balcones de la Alameda)
- 21:15 h Charanga Solfamido de Ronda (Paseo Blas Infante)
- 22:15 h Tuna Aparejadores de Granada
Historical Reenactments Start
Atrio Virgen de la Merced (through 1 June)
31 May (Saturday)
- XI Encuentro de los Cantes Flamenco. Performances by Miguel de Tena and Andrés González “El Lepe”. Balcones de la Alameda del Tajo — 22:00 h
Abanico de Coplas
- 13:30 h ‘Coplas-EntreAmigos’ (Martha Pérez, Ainhoa Pérez, Curro Bautista, Roberto Spanó, José María Tornay)
- 20:30 h Rocío Alcalá
Festival de Folklore
- 12:30 h Coros y Danzas de Ronda (Atrio Virgen de la Merced)
- 13:00 h Grupo Folklórico La Cimada de Ronda (Balcones de la Alameda)
Infantil Program
- Yincana Bandolera – Bandits and Traditional Games. Paseo Blas Infante & Alameda del Tajo — 12:30 h
Romantic Ambient Music
- 14:30 h Tuna Apajareadores de Granada (Paseo Blas Infante)
- 16:00–18:00 h Grupo Romero Al Son del Tajo (Paseo Blas Infante)
- 16:00–18:00 h Grupo Romero Gloria Bendita (Balcones de la Alameda)
- 19:00 h Pasodobles a Nuestros Mayores by Solfamido de Ronda (Balcones de la Alameda)
- 20:00 h Charanga Solfamido de Ronda
- 22:00 h Tuna Apajareadores de Granada
June 2025
1 June (Sunday)
Festival de Folklore
- 13:00 h Academia de Danza Doble Giro de Ronda – Atrio Virgen de la Merced
Romantic Ambient Music
- 13:30 h Concierto Banda Municipal de Ronda. Balcones de la Alameda
Additional Notes
Historical Reenactments will run from 30 May to 1 June at the Atrio Virgen de la Merced. These include acts like “Algodonales Libre”, “La Quema de Algarrobo”, “Pasión Bandolera”, “Bailando la Historia” (Sevilla), and many more.
Why You Should Visit
With its mix of parades, flamenco, folklore, and historical dramas, Ronda Romántica 2025 offers an immersive experience. Dress up in 19th-century attire, sample traditional Andalusian food, and capture photos in the stunning landscapes of Ronda’s gorge and historic bridges.
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