End-of-Fiestas Excursion
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Madrelagua is now ready to celebrate the Fiesta de Los Paperos 2026! From 17 July to 8 August, in honor of Saint Rita of Cascia CULTURAL EVENTS Friday 24 July After the arrival of Saint Rita, the Opening Proclamation will be given by the Quintana Reyes family. Then, performance by the Valleseco Senior Citizens’ Folkloric Group. Saturday 25 July 8:30 p.m. – Grand Mexican Parade. It is recommended to attend in Mexican attire. 10:30 p.m. – Mariachi performance and costume contest with prizes for the best individual, couple and group. Sunday 26 July 10:00 a.m. – Motorbike gathering (classic and sports bikes), with prior registration. 12:30 p.m. – Ribbon race for motorbikes. Friday 31 July 8:30 p.m. – Grand Hi-Fi Show with the participation of the Valleseco Occupational Center and many surprises. Charitable collection of non-perishable food. 10:00 p.m. – Performance by comedian Maestro Florido. 11:00 p.m. – Dance with Son Karibe. Saturday 1 August – Family Day 5:30 p.m. – Children’s party, workshops, inflatables and a fun water battle. 6:30 p.m. – Ribbon race for bicycles. 7:00 p.m. – Traditional Potato Contest, with prizes for the best lots and the best individual potato. 8:30 p.m. – Zumacal Los Amigos Folklore Festival. 10:00 p.m. – Grand Dance with DJ Álvaro Rodríguez and Leyenda Joven. Sunday 2 August – Main Festivity 8:30 a.m. – Livestock Fair. 5:30 p.m. – Grand "La Papa de Oro" (Golden Potato) Contest. 6:30 p.m. – Trophy presentation, games and raffles. Saturday 8 August End of Festivities Excursion with a route through San Mateo, Valsequillo and an afternoon at Melenara beach. RELIGIOUS EVENTS Friday 24 July 7:00 p.m. – Eucharist at the SVF Parish and procession up to Madrelagua. From 24 July to 1 August 7:00 p.m. – Holy Rosary and Novena. 29, 30 and 31 July 7:30 p.m. – Triduum and Eucharists in honor of Saint Rita of Cascia, praying especially for the deceased of the neighborhood. Sunday 2 August 11:00 a.m. – Solemn Eucharist accompanied by the group Parranda Los Paperos and subsequent procession through the streets of the neighborhood. Tuesday 4 August 7:00 p.m. – Eucharist and return in procession of Saint Rita of Cascia to the SVF Parish.
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