San Lucas Fair in Jaén
In Jaén there is a week full of fun during the month of October, a time in which you can enjoy music, typical fair booths and many other fun activities.
What does the festival consist of?
The Feria de San Lucas in Jaén is one of the most important fairs in Andalusia and it is also the last fair of the bullfighting season.
During the days that Jaén is celebrating, in honour of San Lucas, all the attendees have the opportunity to have fun in the many stalls where music, dance and good food are the protagonists.
They can also enjoy many other activities such as the opening parade, bullfights, theatrical acts, concerts and children's activities. Without a doubt, this fair provides several days of great joy and fun.
Origin of the San Lucas Fair
The traditional fair of Jaén was held in the month of August, and was known as Las Fiestas de la Virgen de Agosto. But in the year 1805, there was an epidemic, plague and yellow fever, so that year, this celebration was changed to October, making it coincide with a livestock fair, and so it has remained until nowadays.
It refers to the 18th of October, when the Condestable Don Miguel Lucas de Iranzo celebrated the festivity of the patron saint of his family, San Lucas.
What other things to see in Jaén if you go to the fiesta?
The city of Jaén is an artistic and cultural jewel, so don't hesitate to take advantage of the days of fiesta to do some sightseeing around the beautiful streets and squares of this Andalusian city. Don't miss it:
- Santa Catalina Castle.
- Jaén Cathedral.
- Calavera waterfall.
- Sierra de Andújar Nature Reserve.
- Water Cave.
- Waterfall of Los Órganos.
Gastronomy
At the San Lucas Fair, there are undoubtedly many delicacies to try.
- A variety of wines.
- Pipirrana jaenera.
- Pinchos.
- Portions of ham and cheese.
- Churros with chocolate.
- Stuffed potatoes.
- Nougat.
- Sweet apples.
It is also the largest producer of olive oil, which is also one of the most famous in the world.
