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Patron saint festival
Fiestas Patronales en honor a San Antonio de Padua en Partaloa
Partaloa, Almería · Andalucía
2026 edition
31 July – 15 August 2026
✔ Official dates confirmed
2026 programme
- 13 August, 22:00 · DANCE PERFORMANCE IN THE SQUARE (Plaza)
- 13 August, 22:30 · OPENING SPEECH BY JULIA HORNBY AND PHILIP HORNBY "FELIPE Y JULIA"
- 13 August, 23:00 · ELECTION OF THE QUEEN, MAIDS OF HONOUR AND MISTER PARTALOA 2026
- 13 August, 23:30 · GREAT DANCE FEATURING ORCHESTRA "CRISTAL" AND DJ ALBERTO
- 14 August, 12:00 · GREAT FIREWORK DISPLAY (COHETADA) ANNOUNCING THE START OF THE FIESTAS
- 14 August, 14:00 · MIDDAY FAIR
- 14 August, 19:00 · RURAL OLYMPICS
- 14 August, 22:00 · GREAT DANCE FEATURING ORCHESTRA "CRISTAL", THE "CUARTETO ALBORIA" AND DJ ALBERTO
- 15 August, 12:00 · GREAT FIREWORK DISPLAY (COHETADA) ANNOUNCING THE START OF THE FIESTAS
- 15 August, 14:00 · MIDDAY FAIR
- 15 August, 19:00 · MOORS AND CHRISTIANS
- 15 August, 21:00 · HOLY MASS
- 15 August, 22:00 · GREAT DANCE FEATURING ORCHESTRA "CRISTAL", THE "CUARTETO ALBORIA" AND DJ ALBERTO
Sources: partaloa.es · Web oficial del Ayuntamiento de Partaloa (partaloa.es)
Where it is and getting there
Plaza de la Constitución · Plaza de la Constitución, 1 - 04810 Partaloa (Almería) · Partaloa
Sources: www.partaloa.es
Introduction and local significance
The Fiestas Patronales in honour of San Antonio de Padua in Partaloa are held from 31 July to 15 August 2026 in this municipality in the province of Almería. This patron saint festival brings together locals and visitors for the scheduled events in the town, offering a great opportunity to experience local customs. The official programme is concentrated in the town centre and features traditional and musical activities organised for these dates.
Historical origins and tradition
Among the traditional elements of the celebration, the representation of Moros y Cristians (Moors and Christians) stands out as a deeply rooted event in the municipality that forms part of the festivities dedicated to the patron saint. This dramatisation commemorates historical events through the direct participation of local residents. Its staging is one of the key dates in the local festive calendar.
Programme and main events
Since the official programme is already shown in the top section, specific times and days for each event are not detailed here. Highlights include the opening speech, the election of the queen, maids of honour and mister, the midday fair and the evening dances with live orchestras. The festive calendar also includes competitions such as rural Olympics and solemn religious ceremonies in honour of the patron saint.
Traditional festival food
During the days of celebration, attendees can enjoy the designated areas and the festive atmosphere generated around the midday fair. This daytime event brings participants together to share leisure moments during the municipality's festive days.
Visitor guide and where to stay
Main events take place around Plaza de la Constitución, located at number 1 in Partaloa. It is advisable to book accommodation in advance for the festival dates, choosing to stay in the municipality itself or in nearby towns to easily follow the evening events. On days with the highest turnout, it is best to use public transport or park outside the town centre. It is worth checking the official programme before travelling in case of any schedule changes.