Gilberto Santa Rosa at Icónica Fest, Seville 2025

Confirmed Date: July 12th, 2025

Address: Plaza de España, Sevilla

Website: https://iconicafest.com/gilberto-santa-rosa/

Known as El Caballero de la Salsa, Gilberto Santa Rosa brings his velvet voice and timeless hits to Seville this July. Hailing from Puerto Rico, Santa Rosa became a global icon in the late ‘80s and ‘90s with a mix of romantic salsa, Latin jazz, and tropical rhythms. His legendary tracks—“Que Manera de Quererte,” “Conteo Regresivo,” “Perdóname”—have filled dance floors for decades, earning him 6 Latin GRAMMYs, an Anglo GRAMMY, and the ASCAP Latin Heritage Award. Whether you’re a salsa die-hard or just love live music that makes you move, this is a masterclass in Latin sound.

The show takes place on July 12 at Icónica Santalucía Sevilla Fest, held in the Plaza de España—a jaw-dropping 1929 landmark that’s as cinematic as it is romantic. Seville’s historic core is the perfect backdrop for an open-air concert steeped in rhythm and passion. This festival is one of Spain’s most visually stunning music events, drawing thousands each night to celebrate global sounds in a setting that feels straight out of a movie. Expect magic, movement, and the kind of night that ends in sweaty dancing under Andalusian stars.


For more cool events in July check out our ‘Best Events in Marbella and around Andalucía in July Guide‘. 


For more Legendary International Artists visiting Andalucía in 2025, check out our ‘Best International Artists Playing in Marbella and Around Andalucia Summer 2025 Guide‘.


There’s much more to discover in Seville! Check out our Guide to Seville for a closer look at the city’s culture, heritage, and unmissable experiences.


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