The 2026 Autumn Festivals in Lleida have concluded, marked by high citizen participation, inclusivity, and an intergenerational approach. The events ran smoothly, solidifying the Historic Center as the celebration's epicenter. Mayor Fèlix Larrosa emphasized that the "Historic Center has earned the citizens' trust" and highlighted the need to advance its recovery and transformation to foster economic activity and full services.
Larrosa positively assessed the "absolutely inclusive" atmosphere during the neighborhood festivities. The City Council's special operation, including joint checks by the Guàrdia Urbana and Mossos d'Esquadra to detect bladed weapons, led to the identification of eight individuals. The Lila/LGTBI+ Point assisted approximately 250 people with information and advice, distributing 250 real-time location alert bracelets. The NitsQ service reported no significant issues related to substance consumption, and over five hundred people utilized the special night bus services.
Festival Councilor Xavi Blanco noted the strong public response to over 100 activities, including the National Children's Stick Dance Gathering and the Castellera Day. He also praised the opening of cultural and heritage sites, promoting cultural tourism, and the relocation of the Night of Fire to Rambla d'Aragó to improve accessibility for individuals with reduced mobility.
The Sant Miquel day featured traditional early morning 'matinades', the Seguici, and the Passada de Lluïment, with participation from numerous popular culture entities such as the Ball de Diables, the City Eagle, and the Gegants. The festival program concluded with workshops, concerts, and the traditional Fireworks Display on the left bank of the Segre river.
