Festivals in Chiclana de la Frontera
Discover the main festivals, celebrations and traditions of Chiclana de la Frontera, municipality of Cádiz, in Andalusia.
Fair of San Antonio and Virgen de los Remedios
La San Antonio Fair and Festivals It is the big event in June in Chiclana. Among its traditions, it preserves, from its livestock origins, the horse riding and hitchhiking through the Real, while booths, Sevillians, lighting, concerts and fine local wines define the festive coexistence. The City Council, cassette players, wineries, fairgrounds, clubs, associations, horsemen and families participate.
The main venue is the Las Albinas del Torno fairground, which hosts the casetas and the horse parade. The programme includes children's activities, low-noise areas for people with auditory sensitivity and closing fireworks.
The traditional calendar continues on 8 September with the patron saint, Our Lady of Remedies. The services and procession have as reference the parish of the Holy Trinity, known as San Telmo, and the streets of the centre. Brotherhood, parish, authorities and neighbors participate in this religious celebration, which is independent of the five days of the Fair.