Launch of the Haro Vineyard Feast (Grape Offer)
Citizens gather in the main square to cheer as grapes (the season’s first harvest) are dropped. The moment unites attendees in a communal toast, signifying abundance and local pride.
~12:00
San Mateo and Harvest Festival
Fiestas de San Mateo y de la Vendimia
Logroño, Spain
Sep 19 - 25, 2026Expected
Each September, the Rioja capital of Logroño celebrates San Mateo with a festival of thanks for the grape harvest. The treading of the season's first grapes is offered to the city's patron, and the streets fill with wine, music, and revelry, in a celebration at the heart of Spain's most famous wine region.
Key moments
Where it happens
Plaza del Ayuntamiento
Logroño, Spain
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Plan the timing
Colorfully dress (often scarfs in vino color worn)
Arrive before peak flow
Book accommodations early (city is full)
Keep the visit respectful
Reserve spots for popular concerts if tickets required
Practical notes
Crowds & timing
Crowd level: high.
Tickets
Free events are available.
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San Mateo and Harvest Festival
Fiestas de San Mateo y de la Vendimia
Logroño, Spain
Each September, the Rioja capital of Logroño celebrates San Mateo with a festival of thanks for the grape harvest. The treading of the season's first grapes is offered to the city's patron, and the streets fill with wine, music, and revelry, in a celebration at the heart of Spain's most famous wine region.
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Sep 19 - 25, 2026Expected dates
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The story behind it
Rooted in medieval harvest traditions, San Mateo commemorates the agricultural cycle and Logroño’s local identity. The festival fosters community pride in winemaking. Townspeople wear wine-colored scarves, and neighborhood peñas organize shared meals and dances. The week is a unifying event across generations, from the grape harvesters to youth enjoying pop concerts.
Key moments to know
~12:00Expected
Launch of the Haro Vineyard Feast (Grape Offer)
Citizens gather in the main square to cheer as grapes (the season’s first harvest) are dropped. The moment unites attendees in a communal toast, signifying abundance and local pride.
How to show up well
first-timer tips
Plan the timing
Colorfully dress (often scarfs in vino color worn)
Arrive before peak flow
Book accommodations early (city is full)
Keep the visit respectful
Reserve spots for popular concerts if tickets required
Respect local boundaries
Join communal activities (toasting, dancing) respectfully. Do not rush the food/wine fountains, and clean up af...
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Sep 19 - 25, 2026
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City / Area
Logroño
Riojan
Cost
Free public events available
Good for
Families welcome
Very High visitor welcome
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