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\u00b7 Popular tradition<\/span><h1 id=\"vt-san-antonio-title\">Saint Anthony the Abbot in Tavernes<\/h1><p class=\"lead\"><strong>Saint Anthony Abbot<\/strong>, also known as Sant Antoni del Porquet, is one of the best-loved winter traditions in Tavernes de la Valldigna. The festival brings together the protection of animals, agricultural memory, fire and local community life.<\/p><p class=\"lead\">Although the liturgical feast day is 17 January, in Tavernes it is usually celebrated the following weekend. The city preserves a simple and highly participatory event: the image of the saint, blessing of animals, horse parade, bonfire and a popular dinner around the fire.<\/p><\/article><figure class=\"image-frame hero-image lightboxable\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.visitatavernes.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Sant-Antoni-imatge.jpg\" alt=\"Image of Saint Anthony the Abbot in Tavernes de la Valldigna\" loading=\"eager\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\"><span>Saint Anthony Abbot<\/span><\/figure><\/div><\/section>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"section\" id=\"info-san-antonio\"><div class=\"section-box\"><div class=\"section-head\"><span class=\"small-label\">Practical information<\/span><h2>When it is celebrated and why it is special<\/h2><p class=\"lead\">Saint Anthony Abbot connects the religious calendar, rural life and a popular atmosphere. It is a festival open to families, visitors and animal lovers, with events centred around Passeig del Pa\u00eds Valenci\u00e0 and the nearby streets.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"info-grid\"><article class=\"info-card\"><strong>Date<\/strong><p>Around 17 January; usually the following weekend.<\/p><\/article><article class=\"info-card\"><strong>Place<\/strong><p>Passeig del Pa\u00eds Valenci\u00e0 and the route of the blessing and parade.<\/p><\/article><article class=\"info-card\"><strong>Atmosphere<\/strong><p>Family-friendly, local, participatory and closely linked to animals.<\/p><\/article><article class=\"info-card\"><strong>Main event<\/strong><p>Blessing, horses and bonfire, known as the crem\u00e0 del pi.<\/p><\/article><\/div><\/div><\/section>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"section\" id=\"historia-san-antonio\"><div class=\"section-box\"><div class=\"section-head\"><span class=\"small-label\">History and tradition<\/span><h2>From the farming world to a city-wide festival<\/h2><p class=\"lead\">Saint Anthony Abbot has traditionally been regarded as the protector of domestic and working animals. For this reason, the celebration became rooted in many Valencian towns and cities linked to agriculture, livestock and rural life. In Tavernes, that origin is still recognised in the presence of horses and in the blessing of pets.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"feature\"><div class=\"feature-copy\"><span class=\"small-label\">Blessing<\/span><h3>Animals, horses and popular devotion<\/h3><p>The blessing of animals is one of the most eagerly awaited moments. Families and residents come with their pets, while the passage of horses provides an image closely linked to tradition. More than an isolated event, it recalls the historical bond between people, animals and everyday life.<\/p><\/div><figure class=\"image-frame feature-media feature-image lightboxable\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.visitatavernes.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/DSC07611-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Horse parade during Saint Anthony Abbot in Tavernes\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"feature reverse\"><div class=\"feature-copy\"><span class=\"small-label\">Fire<\/span><h3>The crem\u00e0 del pi and the local gathering<\/h3><p>Fire gives the festival its most visual character. The bonfire brings many people together on Passeig del Pa\u00eds Valenci\u00e0 and turns the night into a meeting point. Many families and groups of friends use the warmth of the bonfire to dine together and extend the celebration.<\/p><\/div><figure class=\"image-frame feature-media feature-image lightboxable\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.visitatavernes.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Crema-del-pi.jpg\" alt=\"Crem\u00e0 del pi during Saint Anthony Abbot in Tavernes\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><\/figure><\/div><\/div><\/section>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"section\" id=\"actos-san-antonio\"><div class=\"section-box\"><div class=\"section-head\"><span class=\"small-label\">What happens<\/span><h2>Main events of Saint Anthony the Abbot<\/h2><p class=\"lead\">The programme may vary from year to year, but the festival keeps a recognisable structure: image of the saint, blessing, horses, bonfire and local community spirit. Before attending, it is advisable to check the municipal channels.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"activity-grid\"><article class=\"activity-card\"><strong>Image of the saint<\/strong><p>The image of Saint Anthony presides over the celebration and recalls the devotional origin of the festival.<\/p><\/article><article class=\"activity-card\"><strong>Blessing of animals<\/strong><p>Pets and domestic animals receive the blessing in a very family-friendly event.<\/p><\/article><article class=\"activity-card\"><strong>Parade and horses<\/strong><p>The passage of horses preserves one of the most visually striking scenes of the day.<\/p><\/article><\/div><div class=\"feature\"><figure class=\"image-frame feature-media feature-image lightboxable\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.visitatavernes.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Gent-durant-la-celebracio.jpg\" alt=\"Residents during the Saint Anthony Abbot celebration in Tavernes\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><\/figure><div class=\"feature-copy\"><span class=\"small-label\">Atmosphere<\/span><h3>A welcoming and participatory tradition<\/h3><p>Saint Anthony is experienced in the street, with a calm and family-friendly atmosphere. The mix of animals, music, fire and conversation makes the celebration easy to understand for anyone visiting Tavernes for the first time.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"section\" id=\"consejos-san-antonio\"><div class=\"section-box\"><div class=\"section-head\"><span class=\"small-label\">Visitor tips<\/span><h2>How to enjoy the festival safely and respectfully<\/h2><p class=\"lead\">Arrive with time, keep passage areas clear and maintain a safe distance from horses and animals. If you come with a pet, avoid crowds and follow the organisers\u2019 instructions. If you take part in the dinner beside the bonfire, use only the permitted spaces and help keep the surroundings clean.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/section>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"section\" id=\"enlaces-san-antonio\"><div class=\"section-box\"><div class=\"section-head\"><span class=\"small-label\">More ideas<\/span><h2>Complete your visit to Tavernes<\/h2><p class=\"lead\">Connect Saint Anthony Abbot with other traditions, major festivals and plans to discover Tavernes de la Valldigna throughout the year.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"link-grid\"><article class=\"link-card\"><figure class=\"link-thumb lightboxable\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.visitatavernes.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Porrat-de-Sant-Llorenc.jpg\" alt=\"Popular traditions in Tavernes\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><\/figure><div class=\"link-card-body\"><h3>Popular traditions<\/h3><p>Porrats, summer festivities, culture and local dates in the festive calendar.<\/p><a class=\"button-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.visitatavernes.es\/en\/popular-traditions-in-tavernes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">See traditions<\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"link-card\"><figure class=\"link-thumb lightboxable\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.visitatavernes.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Festes-del-poble.jpg\" alt=\"Major festivals in Tavernes\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><\/figure><div class=\"link-card-body\"><h3>Major festivals<\/h3><p>Major festivals, Fallas, Holy Week and Christmas in Tavernes.<\/p><a class=\"button-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.visitatavernes.es\/en\/major-festivals-in-tavernes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">See major festivals<\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"link-card\"><figure class=\"link-thumb lightboxable\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.visitatavernes.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/img-008.jpg\" alt=\"Things to do in Tavernes\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><\/figure><div class=\"link-card-body\"><h3>Things to do<\/h3><p>Ideas to combine the city, culture, beach, nature and the local agenda.<\/p><a class=\"button-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.visitatavernes.es\/en\/things-to-do-in-tavernes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">See plans<\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"link-card\"><figure class=\"link-thumb lightboxable\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.visitatavernes.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/img-005.jpg\" alt=\"Tavernes travel planner\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><\/figure><div class=\"link-card-body\"><h3>Travel planner for Tavernes<\/h3><p>Organise your visit by duration, interests, time of year and pace.<\/p><a class=\"button-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.visitatavernes.es\/en\/travel-planner-for-tavernes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Plan your visit<\/a><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div><\/section>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"section\" id=\"galeria-san-antonio\"><div class=\"section-box\"><div class=\"section-head\"><span class=\"small-label\">Gallery<\/span><h2>Images of Saint Anthony Abbot<\/h2><p class=\"lead\">A visual selection of the image of the saint, the bonfire, the horses and the local atmosphere of this winter tradition in Tavernes.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"gallery-grid\"><figure class=\"image-frame gallery-item lightboxable\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.visitatavernes.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Sant-Antoni-imatge.jpg\" alt=\"Image of Saint Anthony Abbot in Tavernes\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><\/figure><figure class=\"image-frame gallery-item lightboxable\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.visitatavernes.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Crema-del-pi.jpg\" alt=\"Bonfire of Saint Anthony Abbot in Tavernes\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><\/figure><figure class=\"image-frame gallery-item lightboxable\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.visitatavernes.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Gent-durant-la-celebracio.jpg\" alt=\"Residents during the Saint Anthony Abbot celebration\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><\/figure><figure class=\"image-frame gallery-item lightboxable\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.visitatavernes.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/DSC07611-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Horses during Saint Anthony Abbot in Tavernes\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><\/figure><figure class=\"image-frame gallery-item lightboxable\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.visitatavernes.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/DSC07604.jpg\" alt=\"Saint Anthony Abbot parade in Tavernes\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><\/figure><figure class=\"image-frame gallery-item lightboxable\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.visitatavernes.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/DSC07300-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Popular atmosphere of Saint Anthony Abbot in Tavernes\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><\/figure><\/div><\/div><\/section>\r\n<\/main>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"lightbox\" id=\"vt-san-antonio-lightbox-en\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><button class=\"lightbox-close\" type=\"button\" 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