đź“Ť Casares
đź“… Saturday 18 & Sunday 19 April 2026
A weekend dedicated to local flavour, tradition and culture, where the streets of Casares become a living showcase of gastronomy, crafts and Andalusian heritage. Expect food markets, tapas routes, live music, workshops and family activities throughout the historic centre.
đź“… Saturday 18 April
11.00 am – Opening of the Gastronomic & Cultural Market
Local produce, artisan goods and traditional food stalls open across the village
11.30 am – Historical Interpretation Route
Guided walk through Casares’ historic streets and landmarks
12.00 pm – Gastronomic & Craft Workshops
Typical rotating workshops (e.g. honey, cheese-making, local crafts)
1.00 pm – Traditional Food Activities
- Gazpacho Casareño competition and tasting
- Opening of the Gastroludoteca (children’s food & activity zone)
1.30 pm – Live Demonstrations
Traditional rural and agricultural demonstrations (e.g. sheep shearing)
1.30 pm onwards – Ruta de la Tapa (Tapas Route)
Local bars and restaurants serve signature dishes, especially chivo (goat), a key product of Casares cuisine
Afternoon (approx. 4.00 pm) – Workshops continue
(e.g. cheese-making and other artisan activities)
From 5.00 pm – Live Music & Entertainment
Flamenco and live bands in plazas and streets
đź“… Sunday 19 April
11.00 am – Market Reopens
Gastronomic and artisan market continues
11.30 am – Historical Route
Second opportunity to explore Casares with guided interpretation
12.00 pm – Workshops & Demonstrations
- Traditional crafts (e.g. pleita weaving)
- Gastronomic demonstrations
12.30 pm – Ham Cutting Competition
Professional jamĂłn carving exhibition/competition
1.00 pm – Family Activities
- Gastroludoteca open
- Activities for children and families
1.30 pm onwards – Ruta de la Tapa continues
Afternoon (approx. 4.00 pm) – Themed workshops
(e.g. nature, gastronomy, local traditions)
5.00 pm – Awards Ceremony
Presentation of prizes (gastronomy, competitions, etc.)
From 5.30 pm – Live Music Finale
Closing performances and entertainment
🍽️ What to Expect Throughout the Weekend
- Local specialities, especially goat dishes and traditional recipes
- Showcooking with guest chefs
- Artisan and food market stalls
- Cultural routes and heritage activities
- Live flamenco and music performances
- Family-friendly activities and children’s zones
✨ Summary
Degusta Casares is less about fixed stages and more about wandering, tasting and discovering. The programme runs continuously across the village, so visitors can dip in and out of activities, following the food, music and atmosphere through the streets.
