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Day of Asturias

Guide to the date, history, cultural origins and celebration traditions of Day of Asturias in Spain.

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History & Origins of Day of Asturias

Day of Asturias (Día de Asturias), celebrated on September 8th, commemorates the patron saint of the region, Our Lady of Covadonga. Historically, the Sanctuary of Covadonga was the site of the historic Battle of Covadonga in 722 CE, where Christian forces under Pelagius defeated the Umayyad army, initiating the Reconquista.

How It Is Observed & Celebrated

Marked by solemn mass at the holy cave of Covadonga, traditional bagpipe parades in regional towns, pouring traditional Asturian cider from high heights in local sidrerías, and eating rich fabada asturiana.

Quick Facts Card

Country: Spain
Holiday Name: Day of Asturias
Date (2026): September 08
Day (2026): Tuesday
Observance Type: Statutory
Observed In: AS
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Date Reference Matrix (3-Year Range)

Year Calendar Date Day of the Week Status
2025 September 08, 2025 Monday Official Statutory Day Off
2026 September 08, 2026 Current Year Tuesday Official Statutory Day Off
2027 September 08, 2027 Wednesday Official Statutory Day Off