San Marcos Pilgrimage in Fuente Obejuna
Fuente Obejuna · In honour of Virgen de Gracia
The pilgrimage in honour of the Virgen de Gracia, patron saint of Fuente Obejuna, is held on the Sunday nearest to Saint Mark's Day, 25 April, with decorated floats, riders and a country party next to her chapel.
When
The 2027 dates have not been published yet.
On the Sunday nearest to Saint Mark's Day (25 April), with events from the Friday. In 2026 it ran from 24 to 26 April.
Last time: April 24 to 26, 2026.
What it is
The Virgen de Gracia is the patron saint of Fuente Obejuna and its honorary perpetual mayor. Her pilgrimage, known as San Marcos, is one of the town's most popular festivities.
On the main day the image is carried in procession from the parish church to her chapel, accompanied by pilgrims, decorated floats and couples on horseback. After Mass the country party begins, with prizes for the best floats and riders and the traditional draw of the «perol de San Marcos» (a big cooking pot).
Where
The procession goes from the parish church to the chapel of the Virgen de Gracia, where the country party is held.
Customs and traditions
Sunday starts early with the «diana floreada», a morning wake-up parade with music. In 2026 the Hermandad de la Misericordia offered «perrunillas» (traditional biscuits) and anise in Plaza Lope de Vega before the procession, and in the afternoon the Tanga Championship, a traditional game, was played.
At the chapel grounds there are contests and prizes for floats and riders, and the «perol de San Marcos» is raffled.
FAQ
When is the San Marcos Pilgrimage in Fuente Obejuna?
On the Sunday nearest to 25 April, Saint Mark's Day. In 2026 the events ran from 24 to 26 April.
Who is it dedicated to?
To the Virgen de Gracia, patron saint and honorary perpetual mayor of Fuente Obejuna.
What is the «perol de San Marcos»?
A traditional raffle held during the country party, along with the prizes for floats and riders.