Festivals in Salvatierra/Agurain
Discover the main festivals, celebrations and traditions of Salvatierra/Agurain, a municipality in the Basque Country.
Local festivals in Salvatierra/Agurain
Agurain's festival calendar combines the October patronal festivities with long-established celebrations such as San Juan and the Assumption. The October Fair also preserves the livestock and trading character that forms part of the town's historical identity.
Usual celebration
The festivities in honour of the Virgen del Rosario usually begin on the eve of the first Sunday in October. Events take over the squares and streets of the historic centre, and the livestock fair is one of their defining occasions. The programme is prepared with the Festival Committee and brings together cuadrilla activities, music, family events and local participation.
Other events
The Town Hall's cultural calendar also includes the October Fair, San Juan and the Assumption events, with livestock, music, dancing, street theatre and community gatherings in several town venues.