Sant Julià de Lòria Gears Up for Fourth Spring Fair with €15,000+ Budget and Star Flamenco Acts

Sant Julià de Lòria is finalising preparations for the fourth Spring Fair, running from Friday 15 to Sunday 17 May in Plaça de la Germandat. The event extends to three days with an inaugural Friday session and a budget over €15,000—more than double last year's—driven by the success of moving to the central square.

Cònsol Menor Sofia Cortesao and Colla Laurediana secretary Jordi Blanco presented the programme on Monday. Cortesao called the fair a standout May highlight that gains momentum yearly, crediting the Colla as the main drivers while the council offers financial, logistical and technical aid from multiple departments. The goal is to create a hub for music, culture, food and festivity that draws visitors and supports local businesses, especially restaurants.

The family-friendly line-up includes musical acts, dance performances and food from parish outlets. Upgrades feature better sound, increased security, refined decorations and professional bar services to let organisers focus on management. Activities stay outdoors with weather backups, and Cortesao invited all to join for the surprises in store.

The Saturday 16 May centrepiece is a 7:30pm concert by Seville acts La Quarta Cuerda, Javi Fute and Luis Romero with his band. Blanco described it as a novel draw, highlighting their international profiles and over 500,000 social media followers each, which expand their reach into Spain, Portugal and France via digital tools.

Additional performers include the Spanish Dance School of Encamp, Alba Cañabate and Marc Medeiros, Aïnoa Acevedo and Zaira Martínez, Son del Aire, MS Alma Flamenca, and Alendoy Flamenc Andorra dance group.

Blanco portrayed the Colla as young locals keen to invigorate the parish economy. Planning for the fifth edition is underway to boost professionalism, service and image in this evolving project.