An exciting start to season
The last weekend of March will mark the beginning of a new season of castles with the premiere of the Colla Vella dels Xiquets de Valls in its usual square. With only two weeks of rehearsal, those of the Portal Nou are preparing for a double performance in localities such as Can Jorba and Picamoixons, hoping to increase their presence in 8 -story constructions.
Remembering the past in Can Jorba
On Saturday afternoon, Avenida del Portal de l’Angel in Barcelona will host the day of the old Trophies of Can Jorba-Preciados, an event that evokes memories of the 60’s, when the Colla Vella dominated the competition. This time, they will take the opportunity to prepare the castles and roll their younger members.
The return of traditions
In addition, the Castellers de Barcelona aspire to achieve their first 4de8 of the season, with a performance in Badalona scheduled for the next day, with the aim of repeating success.
The challenge of Spring Day
On Sunday, the Patio de Cal Figarot will be the setting for the first performance of the Castellers de Vilafranca in their city. With the expectation of debuting with the basic range of 8, the Penedès want to raise the level after starting the season with castles of 7.
A collective challenge
Those in the green shirt will compete with the Castellers de Sarrià, who seek to make history with their first 5de7 and 4de7 building with a needle, as well as the Matossers de Molins de Rei, who will opt for a complete repertoire of 6.
Various activities and improvement opportunities
On Saturday morning, the Sants Market will host another event with the aim of continuing to develop the skills of the average range of 7. With castles such as 3de7 and 4de7, the Xics de Granollers and other groups also expect to present news.
Expectations and news in sight
On Sunday, several municipalities such as Badalona and Sant Feliu de Llobregat are ready to receive actions that could surprise with new constructions and heights.
Changes in the direction of the gangs
Another aspect that attracts attention is the vote that will take place on Friday night to decide if Francesc Inglés, known as Quico de Cabra, will take the reins of the Colla Joves Xiquets de Valls. The uncertainty about Ian Gallart’s continuity to the presidency adds a new element of interest to the season.
Promoting the future of the castle
On Saturday morning, the twelfth edition of the Joverd in Cal Figarot will bring together more than 1,500 students from secondary schools in the Alt Penedès, encouraging interest in castles among new generations.
Weekend Activity Calendar
The weekend will be full of castellers activities in various locations, with programmed performances that promise emotion and competitive spirit, from Barcelona to Vilafranca del Penedès.
