Santa Teresa Patron Saint Festival in Alba de Tormes

Alba de Tormes honours Saint Teresa with worship, processions, its pottery fair, music, clubs, sport and popular festivities.

Usual date and duration

From 10 to 22 October in 2026, with Saint Teresa's feast on the 15th and the Octave on the 22nd.

See the 2026 programme.

Where it takes place

Plaza Mayor, the basilica housing Saint Teresa's tomb, the bullring, sports hall, football ground and town streets host the events.

Province: Salamanca.

Autonomous community: Castile and León.

Events and traditions

The bringing out and procession of Saint Teresa, the novena, pottery fair, big-head figures, clubs, music and fire bulls shape the calendar.

Planning your visit

Check times, access information and any late changes through the organisers' channels before travelling.

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