Salida del Cipotegato
Hundreds of spectators surround the plaza, throwing tomatoes at the Cipotegato. This energetic, messy ritual is participatory and ecstatic, marking a festive high point.
Around 12:00
Tarazona Patron Saint Festival (St. Atilano)
Fiestas Patronales de San Atilano (Tarazona)
Tarazona, Spain
Aug 27 - Sep 1, 2026Expected
Each year, the Aragonese city of Tarazona honors its patron, Saint Atilano, with days of festivity from late August. The opening sees the Cipotegato, a costumed jester, dash through a roaring crowd that pelts him with tomatoes, before processions, parades, and concerts fill the streets in the city's biggest celebration.
Key moments
Day 1 · Aug 27
Where it happens
Plaza de España
Tarazona, Spain
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Dress for the setting
Wear old clothes/sealed goggles if joining the tomato fight
Respect local boundaries
Medium; visitors should be aware that throwing tomatoes is the tradition but avoid forbidde...
Practical notes
Crowds & timing
Crowd level: high.
Tickets
Free events are available.
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Tarazona Patron Saint Festival (St. Atilano)
Fiestas Patronales de San Atilano (Tarazona)
Tarazona, Spain
Each year, the Aragonese city of Tarazona honors its patron, Saint Atilano, with days of festivity from late August. The opening sees the Cipotegato, a costumed jester, dash through a roaring crowd that pelts him with tomatoes, before processions, parades, and concerts fill the streets in the city's biggest celebration.
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Aug 27 - Sep 1, 2026Expected dates
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The story behind it
Dating back over a century, these patron saint festivities unite Tarazona’s residents in a blend of faith and folklore. The Cipotegato character originates from a 19th-century carnival figure, now intertwined with the celebration of San Atilano. The festival is a major social event; local 'peñas' (groups) organize activities, from processions and traditional dances to pyrotechnics, reflecting the communal and festive spirit o...
Key moments to know
Day 1Aug 27Around 12:00Approximate
Salida del Cipotegato
Hundreds of spectators surround the plaza, throwing tomatoes at the Cipotegato. This energetic, messy ritual is participatory and ecstatic, marking a festive high point.
How to show up well
first-timer tips
Dress for the setting
Wear old clothes/sealed goggles if joining the tomato fight
Respect local boundaries
Medium; visitors should be aware that throwing tomatoes is the tradition but avoid forbidden substances. Respec...
Essentials at a glance
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Aug 27 - Sep 1, 2026
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City / Area
Tarazona
Aragon
Cost
Free public events available
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Families welcome
Very High visitor welcome
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