🎵 El Cotarro Swing Festival 2026
The El Cotarro Swing Festival returns for its 7th edition from August 28–30, 2026, transforming the historic village of Moradillo de Roa, in the heart of the Ribera del Duero wine region (Spain), into a vibrant celebration of swing music, dance, and culture.
Set in the extraordinary Barrio de Bodegas Históricas El Cotarro, a unique underground wine district recognized with the Europa Nostra Award 2020 for cultural heritage conservation, the festival blends the joyful energy of swing with the rich traditions of wine culture and rural heritage.
Over three unforgettable days, visitors will enjoy live swing concerts, dance classes, social dancing, wine tastings, and cultural activities, all surrounded by the scenic landscapes and historic wineries of Ribera del Duero.
El Cotarro Swing Festival is not just a dance event — it’s a cultural experience where music, tradition, and community meet in one of Spain’s most authentic rural settings.
📅 Dates & Registration
Festival Dates: August 28–30, 2026
Location: Moradillo de Roa, Burgos, Spain 🇪🇸
More information and program updates will be available through the official festival channels.
📍 What & Where
Country: Spain 🇪🇸
Region: Castilla y León
Wine Region: Ribera del Duero
Town: Moradillo de Roa (Burgos)
The festival takes place in the Barrio de Bodegas Históricas El Cotarro, a remarkable heritage site composed of:
- 157 traditional underground wineries
- 7 historic wine presses (lagares)
This unique ethnological complex has received several awards for its cultural preservation, including:
🏆 Europa Nostra Award 2020
🏆 Hispania Nostra Heritage Prize
The setting creates a magical atmosphere where music, dance, and wine culture merge under the open sky.
💃 Dance Styles
- Lindy Hop
- Swing Jazz
🎭 Activities & Highlights
Live Swing Concerts
Outdoor concerts featuring swing bands performing throughout the festival.
Swing Dance Classes
Dance workshops designed for both beginners and experienced dancers.
Social Dancing
Open-air dance floors where participants can dance surrounded by vineyards and historic wine cellars.
Wine Tastings
Experiences highlighting the wines of Ribera del Duero, one of Spain’s most prestigious wine regions.
Cultural Activities
Guided visits and cultural experiences exploring the historic wine district.
Rural Heritage Experience
A unique opportunity to enjoy swing music in a preserved rural environment rich in tradition and history.
Atmosphere
Warm, festive, and authentic — a celebration where swing culture meets wine, heritage, and community.
👣 Teachers & Artists
Teachers, bands, and DJs will be announced closer to the festival date.
Each edition of El Cotarro Swing Festival features a curated lineup of swing musicians and dance instructors, creating an energetic yet intimate festival atmosphere.
🎟 Why You Should Come
El Cotarro Swing Festival offers a truly unique experience where swing dancing, wine culture, and rural heritage come together.
Dance under the summer sky, taste world-class wines, and explore one of Spain’s most fascinating historic wine districts while enjoying live music and a vibrant swing community.
For dancers looking for something different — authentic, cultural, and unforgettable — El Cotarro is a must.
🪩 Quick Overview
Event: El Cotarro Swing Festival 2026
Edition: 7th Edition
Dates: August 28–30, 2026
Location:
Moradillo de Roa
Burgos – Castilla y León
Ribera del Duero, Spain 🇪🇸
Dance Styles:
- Lindy Hop
- Swing Jazz
Highlights
- Live swing concerts
- Swing dance workshops
- Outdoor social dancing
- Wine tastings from Ribera del Duero
- Cultural heritage venue (Europa Nostra Award)
- Unique rural festival atmosphere
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