Magüestu de La Benéfica in Piloña

The town of Antrialgu, in the municipality of Piloña, hosts a new edition of the Magüestu de La Benéfica, a festive day dedicated to one of the most deeply rooted traditions of the Asturian autumn.

The celebration will bring together residents and visitors around roasted chestnuts and freshly pressed sweet cider, featuring a program that includes traditional music, dancing, popular games, gastronomy, and activities for the whole family.

Highlights of the event include performances by the Bandina Andecha Turcipié, a contest for dishes made with chestnuts, and the children’s show Fechizocuentos by Andrea Lobo.

Programa

• 12:00 h. Start of the magüestu with chestnut roasting and sweet cider pressing to share among attendees.
• 13:00 h. Vermouth session enlivened by the Bandina Andecha Turcipié.
• 13:00 h. Beginning of dish collection for the chestnut cooking contest.
• 14:30 h. Contest for food made with chestnuts, in sweet and savory categories.
• 15:30 h. Fechizocuentos, an oral storytelling show in Asturian with puppets, objects, and live music, presented by Andrea Lobo (at the Escuelina de Antrialgu).
• 15:30 h. Second performance by the Bandina Andecha Turcipié.
• 17:00 h. Bingo with prizes.

Throughout the day there will be traditional games, music, dancing, food service, and a bar. Admission is free.