MARE DE DÉU DE LA VICTORIA FIESTA 2010 - LA VICTORIA, ALCUDIA

These celebrations are held around the hermitage of La Victoria. This is in the mountains above the old town of Alcúdia. To get to La Victoria, head for Bonaire from the old town and then continue on the road that twists around the mountain for some 2 kilometres to the hermitage. This road is a bit hairy, especially at night. Taxis are advisable as there is also a fair amount of drinking to be done!!

The La Victoria celebration is one of the most traditional of the local fiestas.

Thursday, 1 July:
18:00: The famous local race.

20:00: Eucharist.

22:00: Fritters and brandy for all.

22:30: Mallorcan party with performances by the groups - Tacàritx and Sarau Alcudienc.

00:30: The burnt rum tradition.

Friday, 2 July:

10:00: Rockets fired from the town hall (Alcúdia) and procession with the Alcúdia Municipal Music Band.

11:30: Arrival of dignitaries at La Victoria accompanied by the music band.

12:00: Traditional Eucharist with the offer of camomile.

12:30: Races and games for young and old.

14:00: Paella.

16:30: Ball de Bot - traditional Mallorcan dance and music.