Festivals in La Línea de la Concepción

Local festivals of La Línea de la Concepción

The Velada y Fiestas, popularly known as La Salvaora, is held every year in the second half of July and lasts several days, preceded by events for the Virgen del Carmen. Its usual venues include the fairground and Caseta Municipal, Plaza de la Constitución, Jardines Saccone, El Arenal bullring and the Levante seafront.

Among the traditions were the proclamation and coronation, the announcing parade, Rociero Sunday with mass and horse riding, the orchestras of the booth and the commemoration of the founding anniversary. On 20 July, the Japanese Day, dedicated to the typical Linense sweet. Bands and musical groups, the Hermandad del Rocío, local clubs, cassette players and municipal services participated; Several days they reserved hours without music at the attractions. The closing brought together a concert in the Plaza de la Constitución and fireworks from Santa Bárbara beach.

• Official programme of the Evening and Festivities — La Línea City Council