Also known as Galicia’s National Day or Día da Patria Galega, is celebrated on July 25th of each year in our Autonomous Community. In Galicia.

What does this date commemorate?

This date commemorates the day on which the remains of the apostle St. James the Greater were discovered, whose tomb became the origin of the famous Camino de Santiago.

July 25 is a very important holiday for Galicians, and is celebrated with various events and activities throughout the region.

In Santiago de Compostela, where the tomb of the apostle St. James is located, is the epicenter of the celebrations. The day begins with a solemn mass in the cathedral, presided over by the archbishop of Santiago, attended by thousands of pilgrims and devotees.

Throughout the day, parades and processions are held through the streets of the city, with traditional music and folk groups, trying to accommodate the great cultural richness of our land.

In addition, commemorative events, speeches and concerts are held in which the Galician identity is extolled and cultural values are promoted.

Eating, drinking…

Obviously, an important part of the Galicia Day festivities is gastronomy. Fairs and events are organized where you can taste traditional Galician dishes, such as Galician octopus, Galician pork shoulder with turnip tops, fresh seafood and Galician empanadas.

In addition to the celebrations in Santiago de Compostela, Galicia Day is commemorated throughout Galicia with cultural, sporting and festive events.

In every city and town, activities are organized so that everyone can get together and celebrate their identity and pride in the land.

In short, it is a day when Galicians come together to celebrate their community and share their love for their homeland.

Happy Galicia Day!