Martorell will mark the 80th anniversary of its historic giants, Ferran and Isabel, on Saturday, 13 June. The celebration is being organised by the Colla de Gegants de Martorell and brings a full day of events to the town.
The programme includes a commemorative Corpus Christi carpet, a parade with guest groups, speeches, traditional dances, a gralla concert and a DJ. For readers following local culture across Catalonia, see our news tag.
The day will begin at 16:30 with the creation of a commemorative carpet in Plaça de l'Església. According to the organisers, it will be made with natural elements and open to public participation.
The anniversary also includes a festive procession through Martorell, with guest groups joining the giants for the parade. The event is centred on the town's long-running tradition of giant figures and community celebrations.
For background on the tradition of giants in Catalonia, readers can also refer to the official cultural heritage resources from the Generalitat de Catalunya and the Ajuntament de Martorell, where available.
