Saint George’s Day
Event Type
Celebration
Date
23/04/2025
Distance to the Port
15-Minute Drive

Photo: Tarragona Turisme (Tarragona Municipal Tourism Board) © Manel R. Granell
Saint George´s Day, the day of books and roses in Catalonia.
It is a unique cultural festival where people traditionally exchange books and roses as symbols of love and knowledge. The day combines the legend of Saint George slaying the dragon with World Book Day, creating a vibrant atmosphere in the streets with bookstalls, flower stands, and literary events. It's often described as Catalonia's most romantic and culturally rich day of the year.
Click on the webpage below for online tickets and more info.
https://www.tarragonaturisme.cat/en/events/sant-jordi-st-georges-day