What is it:
Les Nits Daurades 2025 return with strength to reaffirm Salou as a lively, open city committed to its culture and traditions. The program combines rootedness and modernity, creating spaces for gathering and coexistence that strengthen the sense of community and make Salou a festive reference point in southern Catalonia.
The program will begin on August 1 with the revival of the Calada de les Malles – Rossegall, a traditional fishing demonstration led by the Santa Maria del Mar Fishermen’s Society, paying tribute to the old sea-related trades. In the morning, there will be children's workshops inspired by the maritime world, and at night, Ponent beach will host a popular sardine barbecue and a havaneres (sea shanties) performance by the group Xicranda.
On August 2, the official opening event will take place, with the institutional speech delivered by the Minister of Business and Labour of the Government of Catalonia, Miquel Sàmper, at the Xalet Torremar, headquarters of the Municipal Tourist Board. Afterwards, the traditional tronada (loud fireworks display) will kick off the festivities and pave the way for the sixth edition of the Batrobada, a lively parade full of rhythm and energy featuring the Grup Atabaladors de Salou and several invited troupes from different regions, in the Plaça de les Comunitats Autònomes.
From August 3 onward, the Plaça de les Comunitats Autònomes will become the main stage for an intense and varied musical program, with daily performances.
-
August 3: Salou Festival Orchestra, conducted by renowned pianist and director Melani Mestre.
-
August 5: local artists showcasing the town’s emerging musical talent.
-
August 6: presentation of the new costume of the Mulassa de Salou, marking its 15th anniversary, followed by a parade along the promenade, accompanied by the Mulasseta de Salou, and a new havaneres gathering with the groups Els Cremats, Som de l’Havana, and Peix Fregit.
-
August 7: children's correfoc (fire run) with the Diables Els Pascualets and other invited troupes.
-
August 8: exhibition of the town’s festive elements and a traditional Aragonese folklore show, highlighting popular and traditional culture.
-
August 9: sardana dance with the Cobla Reus Jove and a performance by the Tarragona Dansa group, followed by the Nit del Foc (Night of Fire), a grand display of popular culture with the Diables Maleïts, Bruixes Latemó, Xaloc i Morena, and other guest troupes. The night will conclude with a tribute concert to Hombres G, performed by the group Voy a pasármelo bien.
-
August 10: charity tardeo (afternoon party) in support of the fight against cancer. In the evening, the festivities will continue with the Cercavila de Convidats parade by the SAL-I-OU Association, and to close the day, the show Dos pájaros al vuelo, a tribute to Serrat and Sabina, performed by Toni Carlo and Jan Cruz.
-
August 11: flamenco show by the Mónica Novillo company.
-
August 12: concert by OBK and the Ochentazo! party.
-
August 13: Vivancos, with a visually and artistically impactful performance.
-
August 14: Eurovision artist Melody will take the stage with her musical proposal.
-
August 15: festivity of Santa Maria del Mar, patron saint of Salou. The day will begin with a solemn mass at the parish church and will continue with the traditional procession of the Virgin, including a maritime route from the Espigó del Moll to the Jaume I promenade. At 11:15 p.m., the sky will light up with a grand fireworks display, and as the grand finale, the orchestra La Privada will offer the last concert of the festivities.
When:
From August 1 to 15.
Location:
You can find the different places where the celebration takes place in the program.
Organization:
Salou City Council
