Festivals in Zafra

Local festivals of Zafra

The most recognized celebration of Zafra is the International Livestock and Traditional Fair of San Miguel, linked to the commercial and livestock tradition of the city. It is usually celebrated at the end of September and first of October at the fairgrounds, with a livestock exhibition, commercial activity, institutional programming, booths, cultural events and influx of visitors.

• Featured party name: San Miguel International Livestock and Traditional Fair.
• Main celebration day: around the 29 September, festival of San Miguel, according to the annual programme.
• Usual duration: several days, usually between the end of September and the first days of October.
• Lugar habitual: Zafra fairgrounds and urban spaces linked to the programme.
• Associated traditions: livestock exhibition and competitions, commercial activity, professional meetings, booths, concerts, popular programming and institutional events.
• Who participates: City Council, Fair Entity, ranchers, exhibitors, associations, neighbors, visitors, professionals in the agricultural and livestock sector and municipal services.
• Local public holiday: not stated here without verified current local work calendar for the specific year; must be confirmed in the official gazette or in the annual municipal announcement.
• Other cultural events: From the Moon to the Fire, around San Juan, with a historical setting, market, theater, music and activities in the old town.
• Otras ofertas culturales: Holy Week, pilgrimage of the Virgin of Bethlehem, Santa Brígida, municipal cultural agenda, museums, historical heritage and tourist activities.