Castellers festival of La Bisbal del Penedès: date, time and broadcasts of the 2026 Festa Major

The Castellera Diada of La Bisbal del Penedès is celebrated on Saturday, August 15 at 6 p.m. on Doctor Robert Street. This traditional event is a thermometer of the form of prominent groups such as Joves, Vella, and Verds before Sant Fèlix.

The coverage will be accessible through various local televisions and La Xarxa+, making it possible for everyone to enjoy this emblematic festival from home.

Where and when to watch the Diada of La Bisbal del Penedès

Which channels offer the live broadcast?

The diada will start at 6 p.m., but the live coverage will begin at 5:55 p.m. on most local channels. Among them are Canal 10 Empordà, Canal Reus TV, TAC 12, Penedès TV, TV Costa Brava, and TV Sant Cugat, among many others. The live broadcast will allow people to follow each castle and pillar in detail and from anywhere in Catalonia.

Why is the Diada important for the participating groups?

The square of La Bisbal is key to measuring the preparation of the groups Joves, Vella, and Verds fifteen days before the grand event of Sant Fèlix. It is an opportunity to try high-range castles and adjust strategies before the big event.

The challenge of the groups and their notable constructions

Which castles are the protagonists in La Bisbal?

The 4de9 without folre is one of the main goals of Joves, who first crowned it in 2000 and now want to complete it in La Bisbal for the first time. They could also attempt the 2de9 with folre and manilles, the 3de9, and the 7-floored pillar with folre. Colla Vella, for its part, could present the 5de9 folrat, a construction that has opened their great performances this year.

How do absences and physical condition affect the objectives?

The Castellers de Vilafranca arrive after a break and with some notable absences that could limit ambition. Despite this, they could attempt castles like the 5de9f and the tower of 9 with manilles. The Bous de la Bisbal, facing the diada at home, focus on consolidating the basic 7-floor castles they have already completed this year.

Practical details and atmosphere of the Diada

What is the program of the Diada in La Bisbal?

The program will start at 6 p.m. with greeting pillars at the Town Hall square, and the diada will kick off at 6:30 p.m. on Doctor Robert Street. It is one of the most prominent events of the Major Festival, with a festive and competitive atmosphere.

What is the relevance of the Diada within the castellera season?

The diada of La Bisbal opens the magical fortnight of August, which will pass through other municipalities such as Catllar, L’Arboç, and Igualada before culminating at Sant Fèlix. This phase is key to checking the form and ambition of the groups and seeing how they prepare for the big final event.

The Diada of La Bisbal is much more than a castle exhibition: it is the dress rehearsal of many groups before the major event of Sant Fèlix. With constructions ranging from 7 to 9 floors, and the involvement of historic groups, the day promises excitement and tension until the very last second.

Source of the article: X Colla Vella, El Món Casteller, La Xarxa