Festivals in Oviedo
Discover the main festivals, celebrations and traditions of Oviedo, municipality of Asturias, in Asturias.
San Mateo, holidays and local culture
The reference celebration is San Mateo, with main day 21 September. The usual holiday period lasts several days in September and develops in historic centre, Cathedral Square, Campo San Francisco, Campoamor theater and festive spaces.
Among the associated traditions, the America Day in Asturias, concerts, urban pilgrimages, family activities, theater, folklore and municipal programming. Participan principalmente City Council, associations, cultural groups, neighbors, families and visitors, when the annual programme contemplates it.
El local public holiday It should not be automatically confused with the patron saint or popular festival. If it has not been verified in the current official work calendar of the corresponding year, it is better to consult the official bulletin, the municipal work calendar or the information published by the City Council before affirming it.
Oviedo stands out for the Princess of Asturias Awards ceremony, theaters, museums, auditorium and pre-Roman heritage.
Detailed information on individual celebrations: