Capellades buzzes with life during the Mercat Figueter fair

The traditional trade and folk culture festival draws large crowds despite the cloudy weather.

Generic image of a street decorated with floral motifs during a local fair in Catalonia.
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Generic image of a street decorated with floral motifs during a local fair in Catalonia.

The town of Capellades celebrated its traditional Mercat Figueter this Sunday, an event that successfully gathered large crowds in the town center throughout the morning hours.

Commercial activity was centered in Plaça de Catalunya, where local shops, organizations, and political parties set up stalls starting at 10 AM. The festival also featured the 7th Photography Rally and the floral decoration project Quan Capellades floreix..., which beautified several corners of the municipality.
The official opening took place at 11 AM featuring the Gegants i Gegantets de Capellades (local giants). Traditional culture was a highlight of the morning, with performances by the Colla de Ball de Bastons, the Falcons de Capellades human towers, and live music from the local music school.
Beyond the market, visitors enjoyed hot air balloon rides at the Marquès de la Pobla school and circus workshops. Local heritage sites such as the Paper Mill Museum and the Nean Prehistoric Park also held open house events, making the fair a diverse cultural experience.