Las Marías Festival

Santa María de Guía celebrates Las Marías with the Descent of the Branches, folk traditions, Mass, a procession and pilgrimage in honour of the Virgin.

Usual date

The third weekend of September each year. See the official 2026 programme.

Tradition and venues

The festival preserves the historic vow made by the upland communities of Guía. Branches, conch shells, drums and the pilgrimage bring the participating villages together in the historic centre.

Sources