Sant Pere Festival in Reus

Discover the Sant Pere Festival, Reus 's grand celebration, declared a Heritage Festival of National Interest by the Generalitat of Catalonia. This festival, which has its origins in the 12th century when the city was founded, has become one of the most emblematic in Catalonia, full of tradition, music, and shows.

The feast of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, celebrated on June 29th, is one of the oldest in the city, its origins dating back to the very founding of Reus. From its founding, devotion to Saint Peter grew with the arrival of a relic of the saint in 1625, which led to a grand celebration and marked the beginning of the consolidation of this date in Reus 's festive calendar.

Throughout the centuries, the procession of Saint Peter has been the central focus of the festivities, accompanied by the festive parade and the city authorities. During the September Revolution of 1868, the religious ceremonies were suspended, but the parades of giants, the mulassa (a traditional dance), and other dances continued to be an essential part of the celebration. With the restoration of the festival during the Restoration period and its evolution in the 20th century, the Festa Major has maintained its traditions while incorporating new elements.

One of the highlights of the festival is the Seguici Festiu, which includes the giants, the mule, the stick dance, the devils, and other festive elements dating back to the 17th and 18th centuries. In addition, old dances have been revived, such as the Ball de Gitanes, the Ball de Prims, the Dansa de Mossèn Joan de Vic, and the Ball de Cercolets, among others. These historical elements, along with newer additions like the dragon, the Carrasclet giant, the lion, the basilisk, and the human towers, contribute to Reus's prestige as a leading center for human tower building.

The Festa Major de Sant Pere is much more than a religious festival: it's a celebration brimming with popular culture, local pride, and a strong sense of community that brings together thousands of people every year. Experience a unique event where Catalan tradition, music, and folklore come together to create unforgettable moments.

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