Seville enjoys an intense cultural life, holding numerous festivals and cultural events throughout the year.

Such as the Ancient Music Festival, held in March, which includes the most varied musical styles; the Jazz Festival, at the Teatro de la Maestranza; the Open Air Opera Festival in September; the season of classical music, and the season of opera at the Teatro de la Maestranza; and the emblematic Flamenco Biennial, that features the most acclaimed artists in this genre.

To have an entertaining evening, it is strongly recommended to go to one of the numerous tablaos flamencos of Seville, the stages for flamenco dancing. Some of the best known are Los Gallos, located in the touristic district of Santa Cruz; Patio Sevillano, that hosts performances combining flamenco, classical Spanish dance, Spanish song, and regional dances; and El Arenal, with flamenco performances of great artistic and professional value.

The most important theatre of in city, the Teatro Lope de Vega, stages performances by the most important theatre companies of the country. The Teatro Imperial includes in its programme works by Spanish playwrights, as well as Spanish song recitals; independent companies perform in the Teatro Municipal Alameda. During the summer, the Summer Festival brings important performers to the Teatro de la Maestranza.

Those who prefer sporting events can head to the Club Pineda de Sevilla, where international equestrian competitions are organised. The horse racing season runs from January to March, although steeplechases, as well as harnessing and taming contests are held all year round.

[Fuente: Servidor web del Instituto de Turismo de España, TURESPAÑA "www.spain.info"]