Festivals in Villarcayo de Merindad de Castilla la Vieja

Local festivals of Villarcayo

Villarcayo celebrates its most representative events in summer: Santa Marina and the Cherry Verbena in July, followed by the patron saint festivities of Nuestra Señora y San Roque in August.

• Date and duration: The Verbena de la Guinda takes place on the night of 17 July, the eve of Santa Marina. The patronal events are organised around 15 August and 16 and last for several days; In 2026, work breaks are moved to 18 July and 17 August.
• Usual places: the Plaza Mayor, the streets of the centre, the church of Santa Marina, sports venues and other municipal spaces where stages and activities are installed.
• Traditions: The Verbena de la Guinda maintains the tasting of the cherry liqueur. The August festivities combine religious events in honour of Our Lady and San Roque with proclamations, parades, music, festivals, children's activities and meetings of clubs.
• Participación: The City Council, clubs, cultural and sports associations, parishes, local hospitality, residents of Villarcayo and the towns of La Merindad and visitors participate.
• Local public holidays in 2026: The calendars consulted indicate the 18 July and the 17 August, transfers from Santa Marina and San Roque when their traditional days coincide on the weekend. Since the direct provincial announcement has not been located, it is advisable to confirm them at the electronic headquarters for labour procedures.

Sources: festivities and traditions of the Villarcayo City Council, municipal electronic headquarters y Villarcayo work calendar for 2026.