Festivals in Vigo
Discover the main festivals, celebrations and traditions of Vigo, municipality of Pontevedra, in Galicia.
Christ of Victory and festivities of Vigo
Date, duration and usual places. The main religious celebration culminates on the first Sunday in August. The Christ of Victory procession leaves the Co-Cathedral of Santa María and passes through the city centre, while the summer festivities run for several weeks across Castrelos, Porta do Sol, Casco Vello, the port and other cultural venues.
Summer festivities. Vigo en Festas brings concerts and shows to the Castrelos auditorium, alongside children's activities and popular events across the city. In March, the Reconquista de Vigo is a separate historical festival that fills the streets and squares of Casco Vello.
Traditions and participation. The massive procession, the brotherhood's events and the devotion to Christ coexist with concerts, festivals and popular culture. The Brotherhood of the Santísimo Cristo de la Victoria, parishes, City Council, associations, musicians, neighbourhood, families and visitors participate. La Reconquista incorporates a market and historical reenactments, and the Bouzas festivals provide seafaring tradition and fireworks.