San Isidro 2015 Celebrations: Free Activities
The San Isidro festivities in Madrid are occurring from the 14th till the 17th of May. Saint Isidro, also spelt Isidiro, is a patron saint of Madrid. He was elevated to sainthood status after manifesting many miracles many of whom have said to have been witnessed by others.
The story goes like this: Isidro, who was a field worker, got anointed with supernatural powers after he heard some singing from a nearby cathedral. Some of the miracles attributed to him include, making the ground bring water to the surface, while his master suffered thirst, saving the life of his child who fell into a well by making the water rise to the surface and bring her up with the upward thrust as well as being helped by angels in the field. He is said to have had the capacity to complete the work of three or more men, and the explanation was that he was helped by angels. In fact, some villagers and coworkers had sworn to have seen him working accompanied by angels. All these manifestations, got attention of the Catholic church and he got beatified and canonized after his death.
Well, today the San Isidro celebrations lasts nearly a week and involve festivals, theater, concerts, dance, and fireworks all around the city. For a complete program, check out times and dates here. Here are some of the FREE activities for you to enjoy:
Zarzuguiñol (theatrical performance)
Plaza de Vistillas
Friday @ 11am
Free.
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The Billy Boom Band
Plaza de Visitillas
Friday @ 1:30pm
Free
Image Source: El Mundo
Fireworks & Lights Show in Retiro Park
Friday & Saturday @ 10:30pm*
*Note: Arrive extra early to grab a spot because it will be packed!
Free.
Image Source: Croma Cultura
Museum of San Isidro: The Origins of Madrid
Plaza de San Andrés, 2
Friday-Sunday @ 9:30am-8:00pm
Free.
Image Source: Grupo Calderon de la Barca
Festival of Traditional Dance in Plaza Mayor
Sunday @ 11:00am-2:00pm
Free.
Image Source: Guias Viajar
Symphony concert by the Municipal Band of Madrid
Retiro Park – Under the Gazebo
Sunday @ 12:00am (noon)
Free.
Image Source: Madrid Plural
XXXV Fair of Traditional Ceramics
Thursday-Sunday from 10:00am-9:00pm
Plaza de las Comendadoras (metro Noviciados)
Free.
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