Cider Pouring World Record Attempt
Watch participants pour cider from traditional bottles, join in the communal festivity
Gijón Natural Cider Festival
Fiesta de la Sidra Natural de Gijón
Gijón, Spain
Aug 22 - 31, 2026Expected
Each August, the Asturian city of Gijón celebrates its beloved natural cider with the Fiesta de la Sidra Natural. A cidermill fair, pouring contests, bagpipe music, and mass attempts at cider-pouring records fill the gardens, in a celebration of the tangy, high-poured drink that Asturians hold as their own.
Key moments
Where it happens
Jardines de la Reina
Gijón, Spain
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Plan the timing
Casual, willing to stand and taste sidra
Read the local rhythm
Participate in cider tasting respectfully; observe pour etiquette.
Keep the visit respectful
Participate respectfully in traditional pouring; etiquette thankful in sidra culture.
Practical notes
Crowds & timing
Crowd level: high.
Tickets
Free events are available.
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Gijón Natural Cider Festival
Fiesta de la Sidra Natural de Gijón
Gijón, Spain
Each August, the Asturian city of Gijón celebrates its beloved natural cider with the Fiesta de la Sidra Natural. A cidermill fair, pouring contests, bagpipe music, and mass attempts at cider-pouring records fill the gardens, in a celebration of the tangy, high-poured drink that Asturians hold as their own.
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Aug 22 - 31, 2026Expected dates
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The story behind it
From August 22-31, cider aficionados gather in the Jardines de la Reina to enjoy and promote the 'elogue d'oro' - the best poured cider - at this longstanding festival. The program includes music, dance, and a fair of local apple products. It emphasizes the social sidra tradition of sharing and the new recognition of sidra culture by UNESCO.
Key moments to know
Cider Pouring World Record Attempt
Watch participants pour cider from traditional bottles, join in the communal festivity
How to show up well
first-timer tips
Plan the timing
Casual, willing to stand and taste sidra
Read the local rhythm
Participate in cider tasting respectfully; observe pour etiquette.
Keep the visit respectful
Participate respectfully in traditional pouring; etiquette thankful in sidra culture.
Essentials at a glance
Date window
Aug 22 - 31, 2026
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City / Area
Gijón
Asturian
Cost
Free public events available
Good for
Families welcome
Very High visitor welcome
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