La Colla Vella dels Xiquets de Valls expands the family with new shirts

The Colla Vella dels Xiquets de Valls has taken another step in its history this June 19. At the end of the rehearsal, they handed out the shirts to the new castellers who join the great family of the colla.

With this gesture, the tradition remains alive in one of the most emblematic groups of the Tarragona territory, where castells are not just an activity but a symbol of identity and community.

The tradition that unites Valls and the province of Tarragona

A symbol of belonging and popular culture

The shirts of the castellers represent much more than a piece of clothing. They are the emblem that confirms belonging to a colla with more than 200 years of history. For the new members, receiving the shirt is the first step to becoming part of a tradition rooted in the province of Tarragona.

The role of the Colla Vella in the region

The Colla Vella is not just a group of castellers but a cultural engine that links Valls with the rest of the Costa Daurada and the Camp de Tarragona. The rehearsals and performances are key moments where the community gathers and the local sentiment is strengthened.

The moment of the handover: a gesture full of meaning

The end of the rehearsal and the beginning of a stage

As shared by the colla itself on social media, the shirt handover took place after the rehearsal on June 19, 2026. This moment symbolizes the official welcome to the family, an act that is not limited to a formality but marks the beginning of a new responsibility and commitment to the colla.

The importance of incorporating new members

Increasing the number of castellers is key to ensuring continuity and excellence in performances. The Colla Vella, as a reference in the province of Tarragona, sees in this fact a clear commitment to preserving and projecting the cultural heritage.

The future of castells in the province of Tarragona

Challenge and commitment of the castellers

The new members receive the shirt with the spirit of keeping the tradition alive and facing new casteller challenges. In the province, the passion for castells continues to grow, and initiatives like this are the best guarantee that popular culture will not lose strength.

Seeing the casteller family grow

With the arrival of new castellers, the Colla Vella expands its family and ensures that tradition will continue to be one of the pillars of the identity of Valls and the province. This gesture, though simple, is a reminder that popular culture is built day by day, shirt by shirt.

The shirt is no longer just another piece of clothing: it is a commitment to the history and future of Tarragona. And this, as always, is done to the sound of the castells.

Source of the article: Colla Vella dels Xiquets de Valls