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Spain hosts diverse regional cultural festivals and heritage events
Various regional cultural events and festivities are taking place across Spain. In Cuenca, the San Mateo festivities begin with a parade of peñas and the inaugural speech by Álvaro Guijarro. To ensure the protection of the city's World Heritage Old Town, the Guardia Civil and Local Police have deployed a special security operation, including the involvement of Seprona to prevent vandalism.
Other notable cultural activities include the fourth edition of the MúsicaV festival in Vigo, featuring classical and jazz music, and the third Noche en Blanco in Elche, which offers free access to numerous museums and cultural sites. In Jatiel, the fourth Book Fair is being held with over 30 authors, while Benavente prepares for its 32nd Pepper Fair. Additionally, the province of Salamanca will posthumously award the Gold Medal to Francisco de Vitoria during its provincial day celebrations.
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Coatepec · Cuenca · DIER · Guardia Civil · Matanzas · Plaza Mayor · Policía Local · Policía Local de Cuenca · SEPRONA · San Jerónimo · San Mateo · San Mateo
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] The San Mateo festivities in Cuenca officially begin on Friday, September 18, 2026. informacioncuenca.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The first release of 'vaquillas enmaromadas' is scheduled for 17:30 in Plaza Mayor. informacioncuenca.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Álvaro Guijarro will deliver the inaugural proclamation for the San Mateo festivities in Cuenca. informacioncuenca.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The San Mateo festivities in Cuenca will feature a performance by the orchestra DIER at 23:30. informacioncuenca.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Cuenca festivities include a parade of 'peñas mateas' starting at 15:30 from Plaza de España. informacioncuenca.com