The 2026 San Sebastián fireworks will once again light up La Concha Bay during Semana Grande, offering one of the most spectacular experiences of the summer in the Basque Country.
Every summer, San Sebastian is transformed into a vibrant stage where tradition and excitement meet to celebrate the emblematic Semana Grande. For several days, the city’s sky lights up with a fireworks display that attracts locals and visitors alike, making it a ritual awaited with passion and admiration.
However, beyond the crowded streets and the liveliness of the party, there is an exceptional way to experience this event: from the serenity and exclusivity offered by watching the show from the bay, sailing gently over the waters that reflect each flash and colourful burst. An experience that elevates the pyrotechnic art to a deeply sensorial and evocative experience, capable of connecting with the essence of summer in San Sebastian.
This year, from 8 to 15 August 2026, the city is hosting the 61th edition of the International Fireworks Competition, an event that lights up the sky and the hearts of those who have the privilege of experiencing it from the bay.
Eight nights of high quality audiovisual displays that will leave unforgettable memories and spectacular images. Enjoy the fireworks from a unique and exclusive perspective, in La Concha Bay on board the sailing boat Spirit.
Contact us for more information and to experience the fireworks display like never before: What is the plan, what does it include, and how much does it cost?
San Sebastian’s fireworks 2026
The Semana Grande, or Aste Nagusia, is not just another festival; it is a celebration that is deeply rooted in the cultural and seafaring identity of San Sebastian. The fireworks, which close each night of the festivities, are much more than a visual show: they are an artistic expression that moves and unites those who watch them.
Every year, the best pyrotechnic companies compete to offer a dance of lights and colours, where each explosion in the sky seems to narrate an ephemeral story full of beauty and emotion. Enjoy an unique experience Sailling in San Sebastian and watch them from the bay is to feel that story in a total way, immersed in the natural environment, with the immensity of the sea and the sky embracing the moment.
San Sebastian Fireworks 2026 schedule
Every night from 8th August to 15th August at 22:45h in La Concha Bay.
These are last year’s fires, pending further information for 2026:
Saturday, 9th August: Pirotecnia Zaragozana (Spain)
Sunday, 10th August: Pirotecnia Valenciana (Spain)
Monday, 11th August: Pirotecnia del Mediterraneo (Italy)
Tuesday, 12th August: Pirotecnia del Litoral (France)
Wednesday, 13th August: Pirotecnia del Mar (Portugal)
Thursday, 14th August: Pirotecnia del Sol (Mexico)
Friday, 15th August: Pirotecnia del Viento (Japan)
Saturday, 16th August: Pirotecnia del Fuego (Spain)
San Sebastián Fireworks Schedule 2026
*Last year’s table, pending new information for 2026:
Every night from August 8 to August 15 at 10:45 PM in La Concha Bay
| Date | Day | Fireworks Company | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 9 | Saturday | Pirotecnia Zaragozana | Spain |
| August 10 | Sunday | Pirotecnia Valenciana | Spain |
| August 11 | Monday | Pirotecnia del Mediterráneo | Italy |
| August 12 | Tuesday | Pirotecnia del Litoral | France |
| August 13 | Wednesday | Pirotecnia del Mar | Portugal |
| August 14 | Thursday | Pirotecnia del Sol | Mexico |
| August 15 | Friday | Pirotecnia del Viento | Japan |
| August 16 | Saturday | Pirotecnia del Fuego | Spain |
Contact us for more information and to experience the fireworks display like never before.
August plans in San Sebastian: the luxury of calm and exclusivity in the bay
Imagine being on board a sailing boat, with the gentle swaying of the sea, the cool breeze on your skin and the sunset tinting the horizon before the night fills up with lights. This is luxury in its truest form: serenity, intimacy and deep connection with the environment.
From the bay, the spectacle is experienced with a different intensity. The reflection of the fires on the water multiplies the visual beauty, the silence is broken only by the sound of the sea, and the privacy allows for an undistracted experience, where every sparkle of light can be enjoyed with all the attention and wonder it deserves.
This is the kind of luxury that is measured not in ostentation, but in quality and authenticity. It is the luxury of experiencing an unrepeatable moment that will remain engraved forever in the memory and the heart at the best time to visit the Basque Country and, specifically, San Sebastian.
The fireworks of Donostia – San Sebastian in a unique way
The traditional San Sebastián International Fireworks Competition will once again be one of the highlights of the 2026 Semana Grande (Aste Nagusia), which will take place from 8 to 15 August. For eight consecutive nights, the sky above La Concha Bay will become the setting for one of Europe’s most prestigious fireworks displays, an unmissable event for both locals and those visiting the city in summer.
Every evening at 10.45 pm, a different pyrotechnics company will compete for the prestigious Concha de Oro, putting on displays lasting between 15 and 20 minutes in which creativity, music, synchronisation and colour combine to create an unforgettable experience. The displays take place from the gardens of Alderdi Eder and the area around La Concha Bay, allowing the lights to reflect off the sea and enhance the visual impact of the show.
Although thousands of people gather every year at La Concha Beach, Zurriola Beach or the Paseo de La Concha to enjoy the fireworks, there are other prime vantage points from which to view them. Places such as Mount Urgull, Mount Igeldo or the Miramar Palace offer spectacular panoramic views of the entire bay.
However, for those seeking a truly exclusive experience, watching the fireworks from the sea is an unbeatable option. Aboard Spirit Experiences’ private sailing boat, far from the crowds and with a unique view of the bay, every burst of light is reflected on the water, creating a magical atmosphere that is hard to match from land. A different way to experience Semana Grande, enjoying the peace and quiet, privacy and beauty of one of San Sebastián’s most iconic events.
Discover a new way to enjoy the Semana Grande with Spirit Experiences
If you want to turn the Semana Grande of San Sebastian into an unforgettable memory, imagine doing it on board a sailing boat, sailing smoothly while the fires light up the sky and the sea around you. An experience designed for those who are looking to enjoy the summer in style, serenity and exclusivity or want to create unforgettable moments in a 48-hour getaway in San Sebastian.
At Spirit Experiences, we offer the opportunity to live this unique experience, combining the luxury of the sea with the culture and beauty of San Sebastian. Let yourself be carried away by the elegance of our sailing boat and discover a new way of celebrating the Semana Grande, making every moment an unforgettable memory.
Fancy discovering San Sebastián from the sea? Enjoy a luxury sailing experience across La Concha bay.
