Carnivals used to be celebrated between the Epiphany and the "Ash Wednesday." The carnival in Reus, like anywhere else in Spain, is a festival attended by hundred of thousands, a hodgepodge of locals and tourists. The whole town of Reus excitedly prepares many programs for this event. The acts generally take 10 to 14 days long (beginning of February) and consist of cultural and confetti parades to march past the length of the most important city streets. There are also costume contests, cultural visits, expositions and many more festivities.
Feast of St. Pere
This one of the most important celebrations in the whole region. St. Pere is also the city's patron saint and the locals commemorate him every 23rd up to the 29th of June. This is the best time to witness "Giants" and “large headed persons" on parade, including human castles. The St. Pere's procession and the St. Juan Bonfire are amount the most religious acts during these days.
Virgin of Misericordia Festivities
From September 18th to the 30th, the city or Reus gets all hectic with preparations to commemorate this event. Most of the shows are held in the Mercadal Square.
