By Javier Picazo Feliu
Madrid, Mar 14 (EFE).- Music festivals are a huge attraction for international tourism in Spain, with more than 5 million foreign visitors coming to the country in 2023 to attend nearly 1,000 festivals and cultural events.
“Live music, attending festivals and concerts, is all about emotions and experiences. Spain is a world leader in tourism and is a powerhouse as a tourist destination for musical festivals,” Miguel Sanz Castedo, director general of the Spanish tourism Institute (Turespaña), tells EFE.
A booming sector that brought in more 459 million euros (502.3 million US dollars) in 2022, 20% more than in 2020.
The sector is expected to generate 508 million euros by 2025, according to data from the live music promoters sector and the sectoral report of the PWC consulting firm.
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