Castillo del Romeral celebrates its festivities with a program that pays tribute to its fishermen and its maritime identity

 

 

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Castillo del Romeral is preparing to celebrate, from September 24 to October 4 , its festivities in honor of San Miguel and the Virgen del Carmen , with a wide program that this year especially highlights the maritime identity of the town and the memory of the generations that have lived linked to the sea.

 

 

One of the most significant moments will arrive precisely with the start of the festivities. On Thursday, September 24th, at 20:30 p.m. , the opening address will take place , delivered by the town's sailors and dedicated to the fishermen and the fishing roots of Castillo del Romeral. Through their experiences, memories, and anecdotes, they will give voice to an essential part of the coastal town's history.

 

The First Deputy Mayor of San Bartolomé de Tirajana, Alejandro Marichal , emphasizes that “these festivities have their own unique identity because they stem from the history and traditions of Castillo del Romeral. Having the sailors themselves open the celebrations by sharing their experiences is also a way of recognizing those who made the sea their way of life and contributed to building this town.”

 

 

The program continues on Friday the 25th with the Water Parade at 17:30 p.m., accompanied by the Batucada Los Castillerinhos and the Banda Aborigen, followed by DJ Yediel. The evening will feature Grupo Mallombe at 23:00 p.m. and Orquesta La Tremenda at 01:00 a.m. On Saturday the 26th , the Pilgrimage-Offering will wind through the town's streets starting at 18:30 p.m., followed by a night of festivities with Kal y Canto , and then a concert by Tonny Tun Tun , Leyenda Joven , and Grupo Acuarela.

 

Sunday the 27th will be especially dedicated to families, with mini-sports activities on Las Salinas Avenue , games, inflatables, water activities, and a foam party starting at 11:00 AM, while the Queen's Gala will take place at 21:00 PM . On Monday the 28th, there will be introductory padel and American padel tournaments , as well as the traditional Hi-Fi Scale competition , in which the town's residents and children will take center stage. On Tuesday the 29th, the Youth and Adult Queen's Gala will be held at 21:00 PM, featuring a performance by Ángel M.

 

Wednesday , March 30th , Senior Citizens' Day, will include a basketball game, musical bingo, a three-team sports tournament, and a senior citizens' lunch , during which a special tribute will be paid to the centenarian women of Castillo del Romeral . The day will conclude with performances by Mariachi Peleón and Pepe Benavente . The following day, Thursday, October 1st , will be Town Day , featuring a soccer game, a traditional Basque game tournament, a three-team sports tournament, a play, and, starting at 22:00 PM, performances by local residents.

 

The Councillor for Festivals and Events, Yilenia Vega , emphasizes that “we wanted these festivities to recognize those who are part of the living memory of Castillo del Romeral. This year we pay tribute both to our fishermen and to those centenarian women who represent more than a hundred years of effort, work, family, and love for their town.” Vega also highlights “the participation of the residents, because they are the ones who keep the traditions alive and give true meaning to each celebration.”

 

The final stretch will begin on Friday, October 2nd with inflatables and children's activities, the Meeting of soloists with the Parranda del Cura and Las Descamisadas , Ráfagas de Cumbias , Pedro Afonso and DJ Airam Vega.

 

Saturday the 3rd will feature some of the most anticipated events: the traditional Fish Roast at 14:30 p.m.; the Boat Procession with the Isleña Band at 15:00 p.m.; and the Arrival of the Virgin at 19:00 p.m. The festivities will begin at 23:00 p.m. with La Factoría del Swing and will continue with fireworks , Star Music , Grupo Una Más , the Floral Wake-Up Call with the Aborigen Band , and, at 06:00 a.m., the traditional hot chocolate.

 

The festive program will conclude on Sunday, October 4th with the mass and procession accompanied by the Banda Isleña , at 12:00 noon, and the Verbena Solajera , which will feature Johan Patymax, La Nueva Cantera, Armonía Show and Calle Obispo during the afternoon.

 

The religious program also includes the solemn Eucharist in the square on September 29 at 19:00 p.m.; the Eucharist for the sick on October 2 at 18:00 p.m.; and the solemn Eucharist for all the deceased on Monday, October 5 at 18:00 p.m.