Romería de San Isidro
A pilgrimage from the Balcón de Europa to the Nerja Caves, featuring floats, music, and a mass in honor of the patron saint of farmers.
The Romería de San Isidro in Nerja is a cherished annual celebration held on May 15 to honor San Isidro Labrador, the patron saint of farmers.
Festival Overview
The celebrations will begin at 11:00am with a holy mass at El Salvador Church, featuring the participation of Los Ortigosa and the traditional offering of fruits. Afterwards, a tribute to the farmers will take place at the entrance of the church, accompanied by performances from Los Ortigosa and the Nerja and Maro Folklore Group.
At 12:00pm, the pilgrimage procession will begin from the Balcón de Europa to the Nerja Cave grounds, accompanied by pipers and drummers, horses, oxen, decorated carts, and many pilgrims dressed in traditional costumes, filling the route with colour and festive atmosphere.
Upon arrival at the Nerja Cave grounds, the dance group of Christian David Callejón will welcome the procession and pay tribute to San Isidro with traditional dances before the image of the patron saint of farmers is placed in his chapel, now municipally owned. The grounds will include different areas for everyone to enjoy, including a youth zone, traditional zone, and equestrian zone, as well as live music and festive entertainment throughout the day.
Councillor for Popular Traditions Elena Gálvez highlighted that:
“San Isidro Pilgrimage is one of the most beloved and widely attended celebrations in our municipality, a day of togetherness where residents, associations and visitors share our traditions and keep alive a festival with deep popular roots.”
Meanwhile, Deputy Mayor Francisco Arce invited “the people of Nerja, Maro and visitors to enjoy this very special celebration, which pays tribute to our farmers and highlights our customs, especially meaningful this year as it also coincides with a local holiday.”
Nerja Town Hall encourages all residents and visitors to take part in this traditional celebration in honour of San Isidro Labrador, patron saint of farmers, in a day of community spirit and celebration for Nerja and Maro.
Public Transportation
In addition, Nerja Town Hall will provide a special bus service operating between Nerja and the Cave grounds from 12:00 midday until 23.30.
Main Romería Day
Morning Programme
11:00 – Mass in honour of San Isidro at El Salvador Church, accompanied by Los Ortigosa.
Fruit offering by local seniors and the Nerja & Maro Folklore Group.
Tribute to local farmers after the mass.
Performances by the Nerja & Maro Folklore Group and Los Ortigosa.
Romería Procession
12:00 – Departure of the Romería procession from Balcón de Europa towards the Nerja Cave grounds.
Route includes: Balcón de Europa, Calle Pintada, Plaza Cantarero, Avenida de Pescia and the old road towards the Caves.
Expected arrival at the San Isidro chapel at the Cave grounds around 15:00.
Youth Zone (Zona Joven) – Cave Parking Area
15:00–17:00 – DJ Pedrito
17:00–19:30 – DJ Toulalán
19:30–22:00 – DJ Manuel Moreno
Traditional Zone – In Front of the San Isidro Chapel
15:00–16:45 – José Fernández
16:45–18:30 – Fernando del Paso
18:30–20:15 – Aire Flamenco
20:15–22:00 – DJ Albalá
Horse Riders’ Area (Zona Caballista)
Located in the designated bus parking area.
Programme
15:30 – Musical group performance
17:00 – Trophy presentation
18:00–22:00 – DJ session
What to Expect
Traditional Attire: Expect to see participants in colorful flamenco dresses and traditional Andalusian costumes.
Cultural Performances: Enjoy folk dances and music that celebrate the region's agricultural heritage.
Community Spirit: Join locals and visitors in a day of celebration, honoring the agricultural roots of Nerja.
This event is organised by the participating establishments and promoters. Nerja Amigos accepts no responsibility for the services provided, or any changes to the programme.
