Program of Celebrations of the Holy Cross in Villanueva de la Serena

Year 2023

It celebrates: From 30th April to 5th May

Place: Villanueva de la Serena (Badajoz)

With a good number of religious and leisure activities. These celebrations represent a space for coexistence, in which the participation of its residents is a noteworthy characteristic. Religious events that culminate on Sunday with the Procession of the Holy Cross.

Program of Celebrations of the Holy Cross in Villanueva de la Serena

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Celebrations of the Holy Cross in Villanueva de la Serena 2023

Religious Events

April 29-30 and May 1

8:00 p.m.: EUCHARIST AND TRIDUUM IN HONOR OF THE HOLY CROSS. "Missionary Parish"

Saturday, April 29

Sermon by Francisco Orán Muñoz (Seminary Formator and Diocesan Delegate of Vocations).

Imposition of crosses on new Brothers/Sisters.

Sunday, April 30

Sermon by Jacinto Ruiz-Roso Rivera (Parish Priest of La Coronada).

Monday, May 1

Sermon by Miguel Ángel González Vizuete (Parish Priest of Azuaga).

Flower offering to the Holy Cross.

8:00 a.m.: ROSARY OF THE DAWN with the following route: Plaza Don Sebastián Martin Murillo, Buenavista, López de Ayala, San Miguel, Herrera, Duque, Avda. Hernán Cortés, Buenavista, Plaza Don Sebastián Martin Murillo and Parish.
8:40 a.m.: EUCHARIST in memory of deceased Brothers/Sisters of the Brotherhood.

May 3

CELEBRATION OF THE HOLY CROSS AND PARISH DAY

8:00 p.m.: SOLEMN CONCELEBRATED EUCHARIST, accompanied by the parish choir of the Holy Cross.
8:45 p.m.: After the Eucharist, PROCESSION OF THE HOLY CROSS, with the following route: Buenavista, Avda. Hernán Cortés, San Miguel, López de Ayala, Cruz del Rio, Plaza Don Sebastián Martin Murillo (where the floral offering to the Holy Cross will be made), Buenavista and Parish.

Upcoming festivals

Rapa Das Bestas

From 1st July to 4th July

Estrada, A (Pontevedra)

We invite you to discover an ancestral tradition in Sabucedo (Pontevedra) called Rapa Das Bestas, which consists of cutting the manes of wild horses and is celebrated from 1 to 4 July 2022.

The San Fermines

From 6th July to 14th July

Pamplona/Iruña (Navarra)

The festival of San Fermin is a celebration of great tourist interest that mobilizes all of Spain and takes place every year in Pamplona, Navarra and where the traditional celebration begins with the launch of the so-called 'Chupinazo' from the balcony of the town hall.

Caracolá Lebrijana

From 6th July to 15th July

Lebrija (Sevilla)

One of the most important flamenco festivals in the entire Spanish territory, the Caracolá Lebrijana, has been attended by countless artists such as Juan Peña 'El Lebrijano', Curro Malena, Camarón, among others. Every year, the figure of one of them is recognized for their key role in flamenco culture.

Cider Festival of Nava

From 7th July to 9th July

Nava (Asturias)

An iconic celebration honoring this beverage. With concerts, cider tastings, and notable events like the Escanciadores Contest, it attracts thousands of people each year. An unmissable experience for cider lovers.

International Festival of Ortigueira

From 9th July to 16th July

Ortigueira (Coruña)

Known internationally, it attracts crowds with its seaside stage, concerts by renowned artists, and vibrant festive atmosphere. An unforgettable experience on the magical Galician coast.