The village in Murcia's golf country celebrates the saint after whom it is named

The small village of San Cayetano, close to the boundary between the municipalities of Torre Pacheco and San Javier, celebrates the feast day of the saint after whom it is named every summer, and the programme for this year's events include the following:

Friday July 24

21.00: The fiestas kick off with delicious “migas” prepared by locals, all welcome to take part or come and join in the tasting!

23.00: Live music by Aires de la Calle.

Midnight: The first pyrotechnics of the fiestas announce them officially open, followed by music with DJs.

Saturday July 25

23.00: Coronation and proclamation of the fiestas dignitaries for 2026 and live music from Zona Azul.

Sunday July 26, Seniors’ Day

14.00: Lunch at Agrodolores El Mirador.

19.00: Motorcycle dexterity c ompetition.

21.30: Music with DJ Pinilla.

Wednesday July 29, International Day

19.30: Live music by the tribute act Abba Fusion Duo.

21.00: Dinner for all, baked potatoes with a selection of fillings (curried chicken, chilli con carne or baked beans!), all served with salad and coleslaw. Price 12 euros including a donation to charity.

21.30: Music with Jodie y Los Congas.

Friday July 29

21.30: Community dinner at the Rincón de Joaquín, organized by the Women’s Association.

Saturday August 1, children’s day and fancy dress

17.00: Games, inflatables, rides for children.

23.00: The fancy dress evening begins with a competition.

1.00: Old school reggaeton with Jesús de Manuel.

Sunday August 2

12.00: “Huertana” Mass with the Isla Plana group.

18.30: Horse riding competition in which riders have to capture ribbons.

21.00: Charity raffle in the Plaza de la Iglesia.

Thursday August 6, the Eve of San Cayetano

22.00: An evening of music with local DJs, and a foam party: bring beachwear!

Midnight: Festive firecrackers to welcome in the saint’s day.

The music carries on well into the early hours.

Friday August 7, the feast day of San Cayetano

7.00: A musical wake-up call in the streets with the brass band and the fiestas dignitaries.

8.00: Hot chocolate and churros in the Plaza de la Iglesia – free of charge!

12.00: Mass in honour of the saint with music from the Rondalla de San Javier group.

21.00: Procession with the figure of San Cayetano in the streets of the village, with music from the Agrupación Torre Pacheco band and a firework display afterwards.

Saturday August 8, Fried Egg night!

21.00: Priced at just 3 euros, a delicious snack consisting of a fried egg with chorizo sausage, bread and a drink of water or beer.

23.00: Grand charity raffle.

Sunday August 9

9.00: The annual community “romería” pilgrimage to Cabezo Gordo begins in the Plaza de la Iglesia.

11.00: Holy Mass in honour of San Cayetano accompanied by the Virgen de Loreto choir, after which refreshments are offered.

19.00: The return journey to the village of San Cayetano with the figure of the saint, after which the festivities end with fireworks.

 

For more local events, news and visiting information contact the (main contact number 661 572285) or go to the home page of San Javier Today.

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