# Patron saint festivals in Spanish municipalities > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/patron-saint-festivals-in-spanish-municipalities > Updated: 2026-09-30T23:40:00.000Z. Sources: 20. Developments: 2. Various Spanish municipalities are holding traditional festivities to honor their patron saints. In Benferri, celebrations for San Jerónimo included a mass, a parade with the Unión Musical Benferri, and a procession featuring candlelight and fireworks. In the La Galga neighborhood of Puntallana, festivities for Nuestra Señora de La Piedad include religious services such as a solemn novena, alongside community activities like musical performances, traditional processions, and Latin dance courses. ## Claims - The National Police celebrated the feast of their patron saints, the Holy Guardian Angels. (corroborated by 2 sources) - In Cantabria, 19 decorations were awarded to officials and six to citizens. (single source) - The staff in Castilla-La Mancha has increased by 354 professionals since 2018, representing a 25 percent increase. (single source) - The crime rate in Castilla-La Mancha is 8 points below the average. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-30: Spanish municipalities hold traditional patron saint festivals Localities in Spain are celebrating patron saint festivals, including San Jerónimo in Benferri and Nuestra Señora de La Piedad in Puntallana, through religious processions and community events. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/spanish-municipalities-hold-traditional-patron-saint-festivals ### 2026-09-30: Policía Nacional celebrates patron saint feast day across Spain Spain's National Police celebrated their patron saint feast day with regional ceremonies, while officials in Ceuta noted a somber atmosphere due to the ongoing migration crisis. 14 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/spanish-national-police-celebrate-patron-saint-feast-day --- Cite as: Patron saint festivals in Spanish municipalities. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/patron-saint-festivals-in-spanish-municipalities