Saint Michael and Saint Francis Festivities in Guadarrama
The festival combines patrons’ Masses and processions with the opening speech, peñas, seasonal cattle driving, bull runs, bullring events, orchestras, communal meals and family activities.
Usual date
The programme opens with activities from 18 September and concentrates its main days between 28 September and 5 October, with Saint Michael on 29 September and Saint Francis on 4 October.
Where it is held
Saint Michael the Archangel church, Fuente de los Caños, Plaza Mayor, the bullring, the Calle La Sierra car park and Parque del Mareo are key venues.
Events and atmosphere
The festival combines patrons’ Masses and processions with the opening speech, peñas, seasonal cattle driving, bull runs, bullring events, orchestras, communal meals and family activities.
Organisation and visitors
The council, parish, peñas, associations, municipal services and local groups contribute to a programme designed for residents and visitors of different ages.