Cheese Contest and Auction
Arrive early to see the cheese judging and enjoy tastings; auction often accompanied by cheers.
~12:00 - 14:00
Cabrales Cheese Contest
Certamen del Queso Cabrales
Arenas de Cabrales, Spain
Aug 29, 2026Expected
Each August, the Asturian mountain village of Arenas de Cabrales celebrates its famous blue cheese with a great contest. Producers bring their finest wheels of the pungent, cave-aged Cabrales to be judged and tasted, alongside folklore and festivities, in a celebration of a cheese-making heritage rooted high in the Picos de Europa.
Key moments
Day 1 · Aug 29
Award Presentation
Congratulate the winners and join local festivities as the event winds down.
~15:00 - 15:30
Where it happens
Recinto Ferial de Arenas
Arenas de Cabrales, Spain
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Respect local boundaries
Visitors should respect the competition format and local customs. The festival is open to a...
Practical notes
Crowds & timing
Getting crowded around cheese tent and stage, but overall spacious.
Weather
August sun can be strong; occasional summer rain—bring light rain gear if forecast.
Transport
Regional buses connect Cabrales with Arriondas and Llanes (fare ~€2-5), from where local buses reach Arenas.
Tickets
Free events are available.
Safety & access
Low crime rural setting, family atmosphere, basic security present.
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Cabrales Cheese Contest
Certamen del Queso Cabrales
Arenas de Cabrales, Spain
Each August, the Asturian mountain village of Arenas de Cabrales celebrates its famous blue cheese with a great contest. Producers bring their finest wheels of the pungent, cave-aged Cabrales to be judged and tasted, alongside folklore and festivities, in a celebration of a cheese-making heritage rooted high in the Picos de Europa.
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The story behind it
Held in the high-mountain village of Arenas de Cabrales, this contest highlights Asturian cheese-making heritage. Cabrales cheese has deep roots in the region's pastoral culture, and the contest reinforces regional identity and pride in this protected product.
Key moments to know
Day 1Aug 292 moments
Day 1Aug 29~12:00 - 14:00Expected
Cheese Contest and Auction
Arrive early to see the cheese judging and enjoy tastings; auction often accompanied by cheers.
Day 1Aug 29~15:00 - 15:30Expected
Award Presentation
Congratulate the winners and join local festivities as the event winds down.
How to show up well
first-timer tips
Respect local boundaries
Visitors should respect the competition format and local customs. The festival is open to all but mainly attend...
Essentials at a glance
Date window
Aug 29, 2026
Estimated
City / Area
Arenas de Cabrales
Cabrales (Asturias)
Access
Asturias Airport (OVD) · 85 km from festival
Cost
Free entry
Budget: €50-80, Mid: €100-150, High: €200+
Atmosphere
Enthusiastic crowd celebrating local cheese culture, lively but fam...
Getting crowded around cheese tent and stage, but overall...
Good for
Families, culture enthusiasts
Very High visitor welcome
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