Canal Taronja Anoia to Broadcast Igualada's Main Festival Live

The local television channel will cover the traditional parade, the 'casteller' performance, and the Sant Bartomeu procession with live connections throughout the weekend.

Generic image of a traditional parade in Catalonia.
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Generic image of a traditional parade in Catalonia.

Television channel Canal Taronja Anoia will provide special live coverage of the most significant events of Igualada's Festa Major, focusing on the traditional parade, the 'casteller' performance, and the Sant Bartomeu procession.

The television channel Canal Taronja Anoia will connect with the citizens of Igualada during its main festival with a special program. This Saturday, August 22nd, starting at 6:30 PM, the traditional parade through the city center, featuring festive imagery, will be broadcast live. There will also be connections to events in Plaça Cal Font and Plaça Pius XII.
On Sunday, August 23rd, the eve of Sant Bartomeu, programming will begin at 12:15 PM. The 'Diada Castellera' (human tower performance) can be followed from the Plaça de l'Ajuntament, with participation from Colla Joves Xiquets de Valls and Xiquets de Reus. The broadcast will extend until 4:30 PM.
On Monday, August 24th, the patron saint's day, Canal Taronja will offer the Sant Bartomeu procession live for the first time starting at 7:00 PM, with connections through the city's central streets. Journalists Sergi Lladó, Maria Moix, and Joan Gual will present these special programs.