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Casa de la Festa Major and its collection

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La Casa de la Fiesta Mayor in Vilafranca del Penedès is situated in the former chicken and offal market. This space is dedicated to the rich folklore of the Fiesta Mayor de Vilafranca del Penedès, a celebration that takes place from August 28 to September 3, in honor of San Félix's day. This location provides a unique insight into the local culture and traditions of Vilafranca del Penedès.

Exhibits at La Casa de la Fiesta Mayor

La Casa de la Fiesta Mayor showcases the dances of the Fiesta Mayor de Vilafranca, many of which have medieval origins and are associated with different guilds and brotherhoods. The museum also displays the origin of the bestiary, the dragon, and the oldest pair of giants, the castellers. Visitors can learn about all the dances and music that form part of the celebration.

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ESCasa de la Festa Major de Vilafranca del Penedès
ESCasa de la Fiesta Mayor de Vilafranca del Penedés
ENHouse of Festa Major
ENHouse of the Festa Major de Vilafranca

History & Anthropology History & Anthropology Ethnology Medieval art & Early Renaissance art Music

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Casa de la Festa Major
Plaça Vall del Castell, 10

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Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday
10:00 – 19:00
Wednesday
10:00 – 19:00
Thursday
10:00 – 19:00
Friday
10:00 – 19:00
Saturday
10:00 – 19:00
Sunday
10:00 – 14:00

Opening hours indicated on the table is from 2 May to 30 September
Public holidays, from 10 am to 2 pm.

Rest of the year
Tuesday to Saturday, from 10 am to 2 pm and from 4 pm to 7 pm.
Sundays and public holidays, from 10 am to 2 pm.

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Admission

0 – 12Free
Reduced€3.00
Members of ICOMFree
Normal rate€5.00

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Location & Map

Plaça Vall del Castell, 10, Vilafranca del Penedès

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