The festivities in honor of San Emeterio and San Celedonio stand out as one of the most exciting events the calendar calagurritano, to be held in two key moments of the year. The community comes together to pay homage to the patron saints both in winter as in the summer:
- Winter: environment, to march 3, the date of the martyrdom of the Saints.
- Summer: from 25 to 31 August, in which we celebrate the translation of his Relics in the year 1561.
In the winter holidays the city is full of activities for all ages, while keeping the holiday spirit and community. Charangas animate the streets, the running of the bulls and bullfights excited attendees, and the gastronomic tasting events, invite you to enjoy the local flavor.
Moments such as the targets of the Pipers of Calahorra, la comparsa de Gigantes y Cabezudos , and the solemn procession of The Holy Martyrs create a unique atmosphere, more collection but just as intense. It all concludes with the Burial of Cuba and the fireworks end, we wave goodbye to the holidays until next year.
In the summer festivals in addition to all these activities, join exclusive events that enhance the magnificence of the week holiday. Start with the long-awaited Rocket and the placement of the handkerchief to the statue of Quintiliano on the part of the lively rocks local. The parades of floats and spectacular firework completed a full calendar of planazos that make you enjoy the maximum. The warmer weather of August allows you to also make the most of the outdoor activities, making the experience particularly cheerful and lively.
You can’t talk about the fiestas de Calahorra not to mention the Zurracapote, a traditional drink based on wine, peach and cinnamon that visitors can enjoy in the quarters of the different Rocks local. Although there are six clubs that invigorate the festivities with their charangas and activities, each is distinguished by the color of their blouses: red for the Peña Philips, green Rock in The Sun, black Rock Calagurritana, garnet for Peña Hunger, and blue to Rock the Region and rose to the Rock with a maid.
These festivals not only celebrate the cultural heritage, but that frame the devotion and the community spirit of Calahorra, inviting all to participate and enjoy their rich events and traditions. If you are looking for an authentic experience full of joy and tradition, the festivities in honor of San Emeterio and San Celedonio are a can’t-miss destination for you.
