The Entroido or Carnival in Vigo is one of Galicia’s favourite traditions, an event associated with fertility and crop protection rites. It was later converted into a Christian rite to celebrate abundance and to say goodbye to good food and good wine for a while.
In Galicia, there are as many carnivals as towns, and in Vigo it’s celebrated by enthroning the Meco or the Entroido God. During the reign of this permissive God, everything is possible and fun: parades ...
The Festival of San Blas is Vigo’s winter celebration par excellence. From mid January to the 3rd of February, thousands of people “take over” the small parish of Bembrive to enjoy one of the most popular festivities in Vigo: San Blas.
You may have celebrated this famous saint’s day elsewhere in Spain, but we’re sure you’ll never forget a San Blas in Bembrive.
First of all, thanks to its people, who fill the streets under the rain or a scorching sun (yes...
Vigo, a destination to enjoy all year round
Vigo was presented at FITUR 2026 as a vibrant, dynamic and surprising tourist destination to enjoy throughout the year. Under the slogan “Vigo, Christmas 365 days a year”, the city invites visitors to discover a unique experience that combines tradition, modernity and fun in every season.
With a calendar full of...
Winter is typically associated with desolate landscapes and trees stripped bare of their leaves…except that is, in the city of Vigo! The start of the year sees the camellias beginning to flower and immersing the city in colour. In Asia the oil from the Camellia flower is considered a real cosmetic gem, with numerous benefits for our diet, skin and hair. In fact Galicia is taking its first steps in the production of camellia oil and tea.
Come and visit the Rías Baixas, where the climate and soil acidity are perfect for the...
