During the popular festivity of Sant Jordi, held on April 23rd, patron saint of Catalonia and Aragon, lovers day is celebrated. Tradition establishes that a book must be given as a gift to men and a rose to women. On this day it is very common to see lots of people walking through the streets of towns and villages in all of Catalonia, where small beautiful markets are organized, to buy books and roses for their beloved ones.
Craft workshops, games, gigs, activities for all ages…
The delicious “Pa de Sant Jordi” (bread of Sant Jordi) is also an important part of this popular tradition. It is basically farmer’s bread made of Mahón cheese and tasty sobrasada which combined they draw the 4 bars of the Catalan national flag. It is a very typical product that we can also find in bakeries during the Catalan National Day (Diada de l’Onze de Setembre), among other national celebrations.
Since 1930, this date also coincides with the “World Book Day”, making this festivity a luxury for all the senses.
Festive atmosphere in all the towns of Maresme, with very colorful urban mosaics made with flowers that fill the streets with joy and culture!
Legend of Sant Jordi:
This folkloric legend tells about a town called Montblanc, where a mighty evil dragon was wreaking havoc among the population. To contain its hunger and appettite for destruction, they periodically chose an unlucky inhabitant among all of them by holding a raffle and then submitted him/her to the monster to devour.
Until one day it was the turn of the King’s lovely daughter to be delivered to the beast. To prevent such a tragedy, a courageous Knight named Sant Jordi emerged to face the powerful dragon. After a vicious battle, the hero finally managed to kill the giant reptile with his sword and save the Princess. In the end, the legend tells that from the same place where the evil dragon’s blood was spilled, a beautiful red rose blossomed.
Knight Jordi confronts the dragon to save the life of the princess
Since the 15th century, a rose fair is organized in Barcelona on the occasion of Sant Jordi’s Day. Many lovers, fiancés and young married couples usually attend the event, which may suggest that the custom of giving a rose as a gift originated from this festival, which was originally held at the Palau de la Generalitat.
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Book & Rose market stalls in Plaça de l’Església for the entire day.
Pay visit to the mighty dragon Arenyot in its cave. He will be accompanied by the famous “Gegants” (Giants) of Arenys de Mar.
The great Arenyot is normally sleeping in its cave, so the visitors will be safe unless they make too much noise and wake it up from its sleep. In the Multipurpose Room ‘October 1’ of the C.C.Calisay.
Duration: Until the awakening of the Dragon.
Literary concerts: Lyrics sung lyrics spoken.
By Cor Adzé, Cor Tiamat, Library Writing Workshop. 1st session at 11 a.m., 2nd session at 12:30 p.m. in the Library assembly hall.
We awaken the dragon Arenyot!
We are all in charge of awakening the beast. In the multipurpose room ‘October 1’ of the C.C.Calisay at 5:30 p.m.
Parade of the dragon Arenyot.
Arenyot, enraged for being woken up from its sleep, gets out from its cave and heads towards the center of the town, ready to devour the entire population. Location: Along the Riera del Patio del Calisay to the Municipal Market. Duration: Until the beginning of the representation of the legend (18 h).
The legend of Sant Jordi and the Dragon.
Location: Porch of the Municipal Market, at 6:30 p.m.
Sardana dance for Sant Jordi. With the Cobla Osona
Celebration of Sant Jordi Day, Sunday April 23rd in the morning.
Organized by the Department of Culture. Llavaneres Municipal Music School collaborates
Within the framework of the celebration of Sant Jordi, the Department of Culture and the Llavaneres Municipal School of Music have programmed the following activities:
– Musical rúa by students of the Llavaneres Municipal School of Music, with departure and arrival in Plaça de la Vila.
– Children’s storytelling A dragon, catacrique-catacrac
– Performance by the Band of the Llavaneres Municipal School of Music
– Award ceremony of the Literary Exhibition of Sant Andreu de Llavaneres 2023
El Maresme has a wide range of options to enjoy this day!
Nature themed adventure game for people and pet dogs
About the activity:
Are you ready for the adventure of the year? Join the Sant Jordi team and discover the mystery behind the disappearances and unexplained traces that occur every April 23rd!
It is said that in the Payeses they have seen a dragon taking sheep on the same day, is it true? It’s time to find out! We are looking for brave people and their pet dogs to join our quest and solve this mystery once and for all.
We are looking for volunteers to join the Sant Jordi team and help us find this horrible creature. Let’s follow the evidence and tracks to solve this mystery. This year we will not allow more disappearances! Dare you join our crusade?
Mission Sant Jordi is an adventure game that will lead you to follow in the footsteps of this mysterious creature. Join us on April 23rd in the Maresme and be part of this exciting search.
Don’t miss your chance to be a part of something big! Reserve your spot now and get ready for an evening full of excitement and mystery. Will you be able to discover the secret behind these disappearances? Join the Sant Jordi team and find it out!
Date: April 23rd
Time: In the morning, the time will depend on the heat.
Place: Maresme area, the exact place will be provided to the people who have reserved. Access by public transport!
Game duration: 2 hours approx.
For 2 extra places or more (both dogs and people) ask for availability at Groupet 623025139 to check availability (if the size of the group allows it at the time of booking).
Ticket price: €28 – €28 for 1 person + 1 dog
As you can see, this coming Sant Jordi Day 2023 will be a party full of color, culture, music and entertainment!!
