Festivities

A tradition in Soto del Real involves celebrating the day of San Isidro, the patron saint of livestock breeders, on May 15^th.

The celebration starts with a mass in honour of San Isidro in the Church of the Immaculate Conception. This is followed by a procession accompanying the image of Saint San Isidro through several streets of the town as far as the Parque del Río (River Park), where the parish priest blesses the fields. Then, in the Parque del Río, bollos preñaós (a type of bun with a chorizo sausage inside) and sangria are given out free. People can enjoy this tasty treat, accompanied by the music of a dulzaina (a type of clarinet) and a tamboril (a small drum).

Soto del Real celebrates its Village Festivities on the first Sunday in August, although the celebrations start before this date and continue for several days afterwards.

Thousands of visitors join the residents of Soto del Real to participate in the many activities organised for all-comers: music concerts, religious ceremonies, attractions, fireworks, sports competitions, children’s and cultural events…

On August 15^th, anyone who wishes can join the Procession to the Hermitage in honour of the Virgen del Rosario (Virgin of the Rosary).

There is also a collective meal of stewed meat and potatoes, along with music performances.

On October 7^th, Soto del real celebrates the Festivity of the Virgen del Rosario (Virgin of the Rosary), the patron saint of the municipality.

This is a very intense day, starting with High Mass and a subsequent procession and an auction to determine who will be the steward of the Brotherhood. There are also activities for families and children as well as a collective meal with meat and potato stew and sangría. And to end the day, hot chocolate and churros (a deep-fried dough pastry) are provided.