The program for the Fair and Festivities in honor of our patron saint, Saint Bartholomew, for 2017 has been presented by our mayor of Cieza, Pascual Lucas, the Councilor for Culture and Youth, María Ramos, and the president of the Brotherhood of Saint Bartholomew, Laura Villa.
As every year, there are the traditional events and activities, and new ones are added, such as the change in the location of the drinks area, or the addition of the tourist train, which will allow us to travel through the different areas of the fair.
We just have to share with you the entire program prepared by the Cieza City Council, the various participating departments, as well as all the associations, clubs, and brotherhoods that are working hard to organize activities to create a popular and participatory festival for all residents, as well as for those returning to their hometowns during this time.
From here, we congratulate everyone and wish you a happy holiday season. May harmony and good work reign throughout the holidays. Long live Saint Bartholomew!
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FESTIVE PROGRAMME FOR THE SAN BARTOLOMÉ CIEZA FAIR AND FESTIVALS – 2017
WEDNESDAY 23
7:00 p.m. Uncle of the Pita parade, with its giants and big-headed figures, departs from Plaza Mayor.
8:00 p.m. Solemn Vespers Mass in honor of Saint Bartholomew in the Basilica of the Assumption.
10:00 p.m. Traditional fireworks display.
10:30 p.m. La Guardia Concert, Plaza de España.
THURSDAY 24TH
8:00 a.m. Musical Diana by the Cieza Municipal Band.
10:00 a.m. Gathering of Huerta groups from Plaza de España toward the Basilica of the Assumption.
10:30 a.m. Mass in honor of Saint Bartholomew at the Basilica of the Assumption.
12:30 p.m. 7th 'Bocateo 2017' Sandwich Competition, organized by the Socialist Youth of Cieza, Medina Siyâsa Park.
5:00 PM. Meabe – Red Festival, with performances by Varry Brava DJ, Retropop, NTP Band, and Lücky Dückes, admission 2 euros, Gabriel Celaya Auditorium.
6:30 p.m. Bullfight for rejoneador Diego Ventura and bullfighters Paco Ureña and Roca Rey, who will fight bulls from La Palmosilla, Plaza de Toros la Deseada.
7:00 p.m. Children's show "1, 2, 3... Let's Sing Again," Capitol Theater, by La Pandilla de Drilo, tickets €8.
9:00 p.m. 11th International Music Meeting of Cieza, closing concert, House of Arts and Sciences, Cadenas Street.
10:30 p.m. Popular Festival by Retropop at the Balcón del Muro.
11:00 PM. E'motion Band in Concert, Plaza de España.
FRIDAY 25TH
11:00 a.m. 22nd Olive Pit Throwing Competition, children up to 13 years old, Reyes Católicos corner of Pérez Cervera Street. Organized by the Friends of the Olive Groves Association.
1:33 p.m. 22nd Olive Stone Throwing Competition, Absolute category for ages 14 and up, Reyes Católicos street, corner of Pérez Cervera.
9:00 p.m. Fantasy, magic and illusion show by Mago Marti at the Atalaya Club-Athenaeum of the Villa de Cieza Cieza. A magical night for children and adults alike. There will be a cafeteria and ticket office (3 euros) starting at 7 p.m.
10:30 p.m. Popular Festival by Guiriband on the Balcón del Muro.
11:00 p.m. Tribute to the Cieza group Los Jawhars, Plaza de España.
SATURDAY 26TH
8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. 3rd National Open-Air Painting Competition 'Rincones de Cieza', Padre Salmerón Library.
10:00 a.m. "Playful, Historical, and Literary Strolling," from the Padre Salmerón Municipal Library.
10:00 a.m. The 3rd "El Pinchito" Gastronomic Competition, registration at Mercería Lazos, organized by the Ladies and Gentlemen of the Encomienda Troupe, located on Avenida de Italia, formerly Bar Miguel.
7:00 p.m. Traditional float parade, departing from Giménez Castellanos Avenue to the corner of the convent along the usual route.
7:30 p.m. 5th King Battle of the Roosters, Gabriel Celaya Auditorium. Advance tickets: €8, at the door: €10.
9:30 p.m. Municipal Music Band Concert, Plaza Mayor.
11:00 PM. Mondragón Orchestra Concert, Plaza de España.
SUNDAY 27TH
10:00 a.m. Reception of Vehicles for the 16th Wacky Race.
12:00 p.m. Start of the 16th Wacky Race, Camino de Murcia circuit.
6:30 p.m. Bullfight for bullfighters David Mora, Diego Luque, and Antonio Puerta, who will fight bulls from Adolfo Martín.
10:30 p.m. Grand Flamenco Gala by the Rociero del Segura Group, Plaza de España.
11:00 PM. Concert by El Kanka, Balcón del Muro. Admission is €10 at the Capitol Theater box office, open daily from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
MONDAY 28TH
12:00 p.m. "Tapas in Cieza" with the collaboration of a dozen participating establishments. Bars will offer beer and tapas for €2 from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., and from 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Cocktails or drinks will be offered for €3.50 at participating cafes.
7:00 PM to 11:00 PM. Drilo Park children's playground with inflatable games at Esquina del Convento.
8:30 p.m. Rociera Mass at the Church of San Joaquín.
10:00 p.m. Show 'Accompany me to the magazine', Gabriel Celaya Auditorium.
10:30 p.m. Pasodoble concert by the Cieza Municipal Band, Plaza de España.
TUESDAY 29TH
12:00 p.m. Rice and Rabbit Festival, Cieza Riverside Promenade.
7:00 p.m. 'Chito Chef', Plaza de España, with Aina, a MasterChef Junior finalist, as the special guest at this event for children ages 8 to 13.
10:00 PM. "The Joy of the Garden and Anthology" at the Capitol Theater. Tickets: €18 for the Stalls and €16 for the Amphitheater.
10:30 p.m. "The Magdalena Monologues," with Agustín Jiménez, Comandante Lara, and Agustín Durán. Advance tickets: €10, box office: €12.
11:00 p.m. Concert by the Cieza-based group Retropop, Plaza de España.
Wednesday 30th
10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Grand Water Party with a 100-meter Splash Slide, a 25-meter free-fall Xtrem Slide, and an Xtrem June water inflatable with a pool. Located at the corner of the Convent and the start of the Camino de Murcia.
8:00 p.m. "Encomienda Rock" Festival, with performances by Cieza-based bands Aguacero, Viodarr, Whiplash, and Rider Surf, and from Murcia by Tío Calacrema. Tickets will be held at the Gabriel Celaya Auditorium. Admission is €3 and can be purchased at Mercería Lazos and at Onda Cieza radio station. Organized by: Ladies and Gentlemen of the Encomienda Mesnada.
11:00 PM. Copla Night with a tribute to Antonio Molina and Manolo Escobar by Javier Escobar and Rosalez.
THURSDAY 31ST
8:00 PM. Mass and Procession of St. Bartholomew, Basilica of the Assumption. Traditional tour of the Old Town.
10:30 p.m. Liverpool Group concert, Plaza de España.
1:00 a.m. Final fireworks display. Promenade.
TOURIST ACTIVITIES PROGRAM
Friday 25th
10:30 a.m. Guided tour of the Sima de la Serreta Cave. Meeting point at the cave itself.
10:30 p.m. Guided tour of the Islamic site of Siyâsa, meeting point: Collado de la Atalaya.
Both tours are completely free, with limited spaces. To register, please go to the Tourist Office, located in Plaza de España.
Wednesday 30th
10:30 a.m. Descent down the Segura River, departing from La Era.
Tourist train routes
Throughout the fair, from the 24th to the 31st, the train will travel through various festive areas, such as the carousel area and the cocktail lounge on the Paseo Ribereño. The departure point will be Esquina del Convento, and the following stops are available: Esquina del Convento, San Juan Bosco on the roundabout, the Carousel area, and the Era complex. The service runs from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m.
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San Bartolomé 2017 Cieza Festival Program.
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San Bartolomé 2017 Cieza Festival Program.
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San Bartolomé 2017 Cieza Festival Program.
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San Bartolomé 2017 Cieza Festival Program.
