The best time in Tavira to experience Fiesta time is the last week in June. It really is a fabulous time. The gardens and squares on both sides of the river are decked with flowers. The beer is flowing and the sardines are on the grill. Dancing in the streets, live music and a general sense of fun.

The carnival parade is a time for the local town to let their hair down. The floats all try to outdo one another, and to us a strange sense of humour. You lose count of the noddy characters, and the fairy princesses, quite a few oriental themes abound.

During August there are lots of open air activities, craft fairs, live music, book and music clubs.

Festival of St Martin is normally celebrated with a large local market which is held for a few days.