Colla Joves Xiquets de Valls unload outstanding castells

The Colla Joves Xiquets de Valls performs at Balandra on May 16 with castells such as the 3 de 8 and the first 6-pillar of the season.
Colla Joves Xiquets de Valls descarregant un 3 de 7 a Ca l'Àngel durant la cinquena ronda de castells — Imagen de la Fuente
Colla Joves Xiquets de Valls unloading a 3 of 7 at Ca l'Àngel during the fifth round of castells — Image by La Fuente

On May 16, 2026, the Colla Joves Xiquets de Valls starred in a memorable day at Balandra, where they celebrated the 20th anniversary of the @BalandraTGN entity with a performance full of successes. It was a day to remember, not only for the celebration but for the quality of the castells completed.

Sharing the square with @XiquetsSerrallo added an extra thrill to the event, which ended with the completion of a vano de 5, an elegant and celebrated closure.

Castells completed at the Balandra event

The main rounds

The Colla Joves Xiquets de Valls started strong in the second round, where they completed a 3 de 8, a castell that always demands great coordination and strength. In the third round, they continued with a 2 de 7, maintaining the solidity and confidence of the group.

The fourth round brought the 5 de 7, a castell that combines agility and stability, and was enthusiastically received by the attending public.

The pillar and the vano

In the pillar round, the group completed the first pillar of 6 of the season, a highlight moment that showed the progression and ambition of the group this year. To close the event, they completed a vano de 5, a castell that put the final touch on an impeccable performance.

Context and celebration of the 20th anniversary

A special event at Balandra

The Balandra event was not only a castell exhibition but also a special celebration for the 20th anniversary of @BalandraTGN. The Colla Joves Xiquets de Valls expressed that "It has been a pleasure to perform for @BalandraTGN on your 20th anniversary, many more years to come!".

Collaboration and camaraderie

Sharing the square with @XiquetsSerrallo reinforced the festive atmosphere and camaraderie among the groups, a key element in castell events. This collaboration was one of the highlights of the day.

Photography and documentation of the event

Images by Roser Giner

All the rounds and highlights of the event were captured by photographer Roser Giner, who immortalized the first pillar of 6 of the season, as well as the 3 de 8, 2 de 7, 5 de 7, and the vano de 5.castells.

Dissemination and impact

The images and chronicles of the day circulated widely through social networks, helping to spread the effort and passion of the Colla Joves Xiquets de Valls in this very special event.

The reality is that, this performance at Balandra has left a clear mark on the 2026 castell season, showing the solidity and enthusiasm of a group that never stops growing.