Program of Pilgrimage of Santa Marta de Ribarteme

Year 2022

It celebrates: From 29th July to 31st July
Place: Neves, As (Pontevedra)

The most ancestral of the Galician pilgrimages and one of the oldest in Spain, many claim that it dates back to the 12th century. Declared a Festival of Tourist Interest. Classified by the English newspaper The Guardian as 'the second most unique festival in the world'.

Program of Pilgrimage of Santa Marta de Ribarteme

More information:

Santa Marta de Ribarteme. This festival was declared a Festival of Tourist Interest two years ago, and this 2022 will be the first year in which we recover the procession.

Programme

From 20 to 28 July

  • Mass and Novena at 21 h.

(The Code of Canon Law contemplates the change of promises or vows that can be made by any priest).

Friday, 29th July

  • Mass every hour from 7 a.m. At 12 noon. Solemn Procession accompanied by the Rubiós Popular Band, followed by a concert.
  • Evening Mass at 20 h.
  • 18:00 Traditional music and dance with A.C. Pontenova
  • 22:00 Verbena with GRAN PARADA and Trio AZAR.

Saturday 30th July

  • Mass at 12 h.
  • 22:00 Verbena with COSTA BLANCA and ALBA Trio.

Sunday, 31st July

  • Mass at 20 h.

Upcoming festivals

Witch Festival of Alcantarilla

From 12th May to 21st May
Alcantarilla (Murcia)
Witch Festival of Alcantarilla
A unique celebration full of history and fantasy. Organized by the Federation of Peñas, the tradition dates back to the 16th century and takes place in spring to purify all negativity. In addition to the burning of the witch, there are parades, music, and activities for all ages.

The Pilgrimage of El Rocio

From 17th May to 20th May
Almonte (Huelva)
The Pilgrimage of El Rocio
The pilgrimage of El Rocío in the town of Almonte (Huelva), is a traditional festival that brings together thousands of people each year in a popular religious atmosphere and where the purpose of the festivity is to make the pilgrimage to the sanctuary of the 'Virgen del Rocío'.

Procession of the Hundred Maidens of Sorzano

From 19th May to 21st May
Sorzano (Rioja, La)
Procession of the Hundred Maidens of Sorzano
Check out this popular festival in Sorzano that is celebrated every third Sunday of May. Welcome to the Procession of the Hundred Maidens of Sorzano!

Emérita Lúdica

From 20th May to 26th May
Mérida (Badajoz)
Emérita Lúdica
Discover the fascinating Roman world at Emérita Lúdica. Immerse yourself in historical reenactments, gladiator battles, Roman gastronomy, and cultural activities in Mérida. A unique experience filled with fun and knowledge.

Nabata descent on the Cinca River

21st May
Laspuña (Huesca)
Nabata descent on the Cinca River
Watching the descent of boats made from logs along the Cinca River down to Aínsa is quite a spectacle, as it revives the tradition of a lost trade.

Festivals this weekend

The weirdest and strangest popular festivals

Festivals categories

Themes

Most searched

Older festivals

The San Fermines

From 6th July to 14th July
Pamplona/Iruña (Navarra)
Since XII century

Most recent festivals