Fiestas de San Vicente Ferrer en Vall de Uxó

Introduction and local significance

The Fiestas de San Vicente Ferrer in Vall de Uxó are the main spring festivities of this town in the Plana Baja region, celebrated this year on 2 April 2026. They have been classified as a Festival of National Tourist Interest since 2004 by the Spanish Ministry of Tourism. Their celebration also coincides with the Agricultural, Commercial and Vehicle Fair (FEPAM-FECOV), an event that brings together more than 115,000 visitors from across the Comunitat Valenciana.

Historical origins and tradition

Records kept in the archive of the Church of the Asunción document that devotion to the patron saint in Vall de Uxó already existed in the year 1775. Meanwhile, the characteristic bull-running tradition of these festivities was incorporated at the beginning of the 20th century. The most representative element of this aspect is the famous bous al carrer (street bulls) and the release of toros cerriles (untamed bulls from ranches), a practice with deep local roots that marks the start of the bull-running season in the area.

Programme and main events

During the two weeks that the celebrations last, the town hosts a wide range of festive and commercial proposals linked to the agricultural and vehicle fair. The bull-running events in the bous al carrer category stand out as the events that draw the largest crowds to the municipality's streets. As the detailed official programme is not available at this time, it is recommended to check specific times and locations before attending the events.

Traditional festival food

The celebration of these patron saint festivities and the commercial fair focuses its main prominence on the bull-running events and the large influx of visitors to the fairgrounds. Staying in the town allows visitors to experience the festive activity that energises the municipality's streets during the events scheduled at this time of year.

Visitor guide and where to stay

To attend the Fiestas de San Vicente Ferrer in Vall de Uxó, it is advisable to choose public transport or leave your vehicle outside the urban centre on days with the highest crowds. It is wise to plan accommodation in advance, with the option of staying in the municipality itself or in nearby towns to facilitate access to daytime activities and evening events. It is recommended to check any modifications to the official schedules before travelling.