Festivals in Illescas
Discover the main festivals, celebrations and traditions of Illescas, municipality of Toledo, in Castile-La Mancha.
Local festivals in Illescas
Illescas holds two cycles associated with Nuestra Señora de la Caridad: the Fiesta del Milagro on 11 March and the patronal festivities whose principal day is 31 August. El Milagro commemorates the healing of Francisca de la Cruz in 1562; the patronal festivities combine worship, fireworks, a fair and music in late August and early September.
Usual celebration
The Fiesta del Milagro is usually celebrated around 11 March, with worship dedicated to the Virgen de la Caridad and popular events. The patronal festivities last several days around 31 August; the Sanctuary of Nuestra Señora de la Caridad, the Fairground, Plaza de las Cadenas and central streets host Mass, a procession, the opening speech, concerts and events organised by the Town Council, the sanctuary foundation and local groups.
Other cultural events
El Greco's works preserved in the Sanctuary of La Caridad, the outdoor performing-arts programme and concerts by the Manuel de Falla Band extend the municipality's cultural calendar throughout the year.