Gijón opens its Big Week to the rhythm of the most universal breath of Asturias. The XXVI edition of the Festival Internacional de Gaites de Xixón brings together in the Plaza Mayor master bagpipers who have arrived from the entire Atlantic coast and far beyond: Asturias, Galicia, Brittany, Scotland, and Ireland converge in a night of bellows, percussion, and Celtic dance that serves as the starting signal for the Semanona. 🎶
An unmissable event for those who want to start the festivities with identity, tradition, and the power of music that is felt as much as it is heard.
Practical information
- Date: Friday, August 7, 2026
- Time: 10:00 PM
- Location: Plaza Mayor, Gijón
- Admission: Free