Diada de Sant Jordi
Summary: Catalunya’s St. George’s Day on April 23. Tradition: people exchange books and roses. Barcelona’s streets fill with book stalls and flower markets, and there are events across the region. Also celebrated as a regional day in Aragón and Castile and León.
Sources: Upcoming Holidays and Festivals in Spain.md
Last updated: 2026-05-13
When and where
“April 23: Diada de Sant Jordi (St. George’s Day), Catalunya (special flower markets in Barcelona, other events across the region); Aragón Day; and Castile and León Day (closures in each region)” (source: Upcoming Holidays and Festivals in Spain.md).
Closures apply in Catalunya, Aragón, and Castile and León — so plan around it if Sant Jordi falls during your visit.