Festivals in Alcanar
Discover the festivals of Alcanar, from Remei and the Sant Antoni dances to the maritime celebrations of les Cases d'Alcanar.
Local festivals in Alcanar
The Festes del Remei are usually celebrated over several days around the second Sunday of October. The Mare de Déu del Remei sanctuary and the streets of Alcanar host religious events, music and neighbourhood gatherings. The Town Council, bands, organisations and families maintain one of the municipality's main autumn celebrations.
Usual celebration of Sant Antoni
Sant Antoni, Alcanar's main winter festival, usually lasts from Saturday morning until Sunday evening on the weekend following 17 January. Carrer de Sant Antoni, Plaça Major, Camí Ample and Plaça de Lluís Companys host traditional games, the blessing of animals, mass, a procession and dancing to the Jota Vella. The organising committee, the two municipal bands, the rondalla and more than two hundred resident couples participate in the festival.
Other events: festivities in les Cases d'Alcanar
The maritime community of les Cases d'Alcanar usually celebrates its main festivities over several days around 15 August. The harbour, Plaça de Sant Pere and nearby streets host parades, concerts, dancing and community activities, organised with the participation of the Town Council, musical groups and local associations.