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Heavy Rain Stalls San Amaro Processions as Romería Continues Under Cover

Organizers moved services and performances under cover to keep the multi-day program on track.

Overview

  • MeteoGalicia warned of a passing cold front, and Vigo stations logged about 21 liters per square meter of rain during the morning downpours.
  • In Matamá, the midday San Amaro procession did not depart because of the rain, though the charanga kept playing after taking shelter in local bars.
  • Aldán also canceled its traditional post‑mass procession, but a large marquee allowed masses, music and food service to proceed despite wind and showers.
  • Festival leaders kept the ritual burning of the moneco by igniting it under the tent, and they reported smaller crowds than on sunny editions.
  • The program runs through the weekend with a youth festival on Friday, concerts and a verbena on Saturday, and Sunday’s V Festa do Cocido requiring reservations.