Popular traditions in Tavernes
Popular traditions in Tavernes complete the city’s festive calendar with deeply rooted celebrations, neighbourhood gatherings, porrats such as La Sang and Saint Lawrence, fire, music, crafts, events linked to local memory and mountain days such as May 1st.
This page brings together some of the most representative events for understanding how the passing of the year is experienced in Tavernes de la Valldigna beyond the major festivals.
Popular traditions
Popular traditions in Tavernes: customs and local events
Some traditions have a fixed date, while others are celebrated around a weekend or linked to a specific place. Saint Anthony, the May 1st climb to the Crosses, Saint John, the porrats, Saint James Fair and October 9th help keep Tavernes’ popular culture alive.
Saint Anthony the Abbot
Blessing of animals, horse parade and bonfire on Passeig del País Valencià in a very participatory celebration.
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May 1st: climb to the Crosses
On May 1st, climbing to the Crosses is a tradition in Tavernes. It is a day linked to the mountains, to neighbours coming together and to a very local way of enjoying the city’s natural surroundings.
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Saint John
The night of 23 June brings together the beach, bonfires, correfoc and fireworks on one of the most symbolic nights of summer.
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Porrat de la Sang
On the second Wednesday of July, Clot de la Font hosts this porrat with typical products, activities and a popular atmosphere.
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Saint James Fair
Held on 23, 24 and 25 July, it has evolved from a livestock fair into a fair with attractions, culture and a festive atmosphere.
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Saint Lawrence Porrat
Around the feast of Saint Lawrence, Tavernes adds another porrat to the popular calendar, with neighbourhood gathering, tradition and a festive atmosphere.
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October 9th
The October 9th celebration includes workshops, cultural activities and the traditional concert by the Symphonic Band.
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Combine popular traditions, major festivals, culture and other plans to discover Tavernes de la Valldigna at your own pace.
Major festivals
Major festivals, Fallas, Semana Santa and Christmas are part of the main celebrations.
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Music festivals
Music and cultural events to continue discovering Tavernes’ programme.
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Things to do in Tavernes
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