Festivals in Rafelbunyol
Discover the festivals of Rafelbunyol, combining the September patronal festivities, the Sant Antoni bonfire and Fallas traditions.
Local festivals in Rafelbunyol
The popular and patronal festivities are usually celebrated for about ten days during the first full week of September, in honour of Mare de Déu del Miracle and the Sants de la Pedra. The church, square and streets host processions, parades with Banda La Primitiva, gunpowder traditions, music, fancy dress, paella gatherings and peña events. The Town Council, festival representatives, band, associations and residents take part in the organisation.
Usual celebration of Sant Antoni Abat
Sant Antoni Abat is usually celebrated on the weekend closest to 17 January. Over two days, the streets near the church and the square host the bonfire burning, communal calderas, the procession and the blessing of animals. The Town Council, parish, festival organisers, families and animal owners maintain a celebration linked to fire and farming traditions.
Other events: Fallas and musical culture
In March, the Rafelbunyol Fallas commissions usually celebrate several days of parades, offerings, gunpowder traditions, monuments and community events across different neighbourhoods. Throughout the year, Banda La Primitiva and the Auditorium also sustain concerts and cultural gatherings, with the participation of musicians, students, associations and local audiences.