Sábado 11 y domingo 12 de octubre, 2025
Diversas ubicaciones, Benasque
The Pilar Livestock Fair celebrates its forty-third (43rd) edition in Benasque on October 11 and 12, 2025. This centuries-old celebration traditionally took place when cattle returned from spending the summer in the high mountain pastures. Although the fair was temporarily discontinued in the mid-20th century, it was revived in the 1980s, and in previous editions, the livestock exhibition was accompanied by cultural and tourist activities such as exhibits, art shows, children's entertainment, and a craft market.
Unfortunately, this year's livestock exhibition and fair could not be held due to the viral disease Bluetongue. This disease affects domestic and wild ruminants, transmitted by the bite of Culicoides mosquitoes. Its spread, along with restrictions on livestock movement, have made the traditional celebration in Benasque impossible.
However, to keep the tradition alive, complementary activities have been organized so everyone can celebrate this special edition.
Complementary Activities Program
The activities focus on the Traditional and Craft Market and the "Regional Costume: Art and Tradition" Exhibition, along with other cultural events.
Saturday, October 11, 2025
TRADITIONAL AND CRAFT MARKET
Hours: 9:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. (approximately)
Location: Avenida de los Tilos and surrounding areas (Benasque).
Details: Traditional market stalls, artisan crafts, jewelry, decorations, paintings, wicker, pastries, pottery, carvings, and food products (pâtés, cured meats, wines, cheeses, etc.).
"REGIONAL COSTUME: ART AND TRADITION" EXHIBITION
Visiting hours: 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Location: Palacio Condes de Ribagorza Cultural Center.
Details: The exhibition pays tribute to regional costume as a symbol of identity, history, and cultural expression of the area, as part of the Pollinating Culture project.
Sunday, October 12, 2025
TRADITIONAL AND CRAFT MARKET
Hours: 9:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. (approximately).
Location: Avenida de los Tilos and surrounding areas (Benasque).
"REGIONAL COSTUME: ART AND TRADITION" EXHIBITION
Visiting Hours: 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Location: Condes de Ribagorza Palace Cultural Center.
CHILDREN'S ENTERTAINMENT
Hours: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Location: Plaza de los Porches Llausia (next to the Churrería).
Details: Inflatable park with free admission.
BATURRA MASS
Hours: 12:00 p.m.
Location: Santa María La Mayor Church (Benasque).
Details: Religious celebration of Pilar Day that combines liturgy with traditional Aragonese music.
MOSICAIRES
Hours: 6:00 p.m.
Location: Plaza de Les Quilles (Next to the Pedro Pascual Science Center).
Details: Traditional Aragonese music show
