The XXX Romería in honor of San Juan Bautista brought together thousands of people this Saturday, including residents and visitors, in one of the most anticipated events of the Patron Saint's Festivals of San Juan Bautista 2026.
The mayor of Haría, Alfredo Villalba, highlighted that in its thirtieth edition, it once again demonstrated "the deep roots our traditions have among the citizenry" and the importance of continuing to promote spaces that allow for the preservation and transmission of the municipality's cultural heritage.
For his part, the councilor for Festivities, Alberto de León, pointed out that the high participation registered during the day reflects "the affection and commitment of residents and the different groups towards a celebration that is part of our identity," and thanked the involvement of all those who contributed to the event's success.
The event brought together musical groups, folk ensembles, floats, and participants dressed in typical Canarian attire, who paraded through the town's streets on a day marked by popular music, folklore, and customs linked to the rural world. As usual, attendees made the traditional offering to the patron saint before enjoying the subsequent romero dance.
The romería once again stood out for its ability to bring together people of different generations around one of the most representative cultural manifestations of the Canary Islands. The celebration reinforced the program of the San Juan Bautista Festivals and highlighted the cultural heritage and traditions that are part of the municipality's identity.
This gathering, with three decades of history, maintains a significant role within the festive program, contributing to the preservation of traditions, coexistence, and Canarian popular culture in the municipality.