The draw that determines the order of the Diada de Colles Campiones 2026

Saturday's draw has made clear who will open and who will close the Diada de Colles Campiones of the Castells Competition. The tension is already palpable among the teams, and the square is preparing for a historic day.

La Colla Vella dels Xiquets de Valls, the Castellers de Vilafranca, and the Nens del Vendrell will be the protagonists of a day eagerly awaited by many people from Tarragona and lovers of castells, which will take place on Sunday and already sparks all kinds of speculation.

The draw: order and expectations

What did the draw decide?

The draw held this afternoon set the order of performance for the Diada de Colles Campiones: La Colla Vella dels Xiquets de Valls will perform first, followed by the Castellers de Vilafranca and, finally, the Nens del Vendrell.

This order not only determines the spectacle but also influences each team's strategy, as opening or closing the day entails different challenges.

The teams in detail

La Colla Vella is known for its tradition and for setting the pace of important diades. The Castellers de Vilafranca, with their strength and technique, will be the second to perform, a spot that often brings pressure but also the opportunity to adapt to what the others have done.

The Nens del Vendrell will close the diada, a moment when anticipation is at its peak and the audience expects great castells to leave the best memory.

Context and preparation of the diada

The Diada de Colles Campiones: what does it mean?

This diada brings together the teams that have triumphed in the castells competition, becoming a key event for fans and participants.

The event is on Sunday, a day when the square will be a meeting point for hundreds of people who want to see up close the art of castells, with the sound of grallers and the popular heartbeat.

Local preparations and expectations

The teams are already ready, with final rehearsals and physical and mental preparation for a performance that is not only a challenge but also a source of pride for their members and supporters.

Neighbors and lovers of popular culture in Tarragona and its surroundings have marked the date on their calendars, hoping that this Sunday the square will be filled with castell energy.

Reactions and curious facts about the Diada

Responses from the teams and the public

Fans are already commenting on social media about the importance of the order and how that might mark the outcome of the Diada.

Brief facts and curiosities

• The draw was officially announced via X (Twitter) by @Verds
• The Diada usually gathers thousands of people in the main square
• The competition is one of the most eagerly awaited moments in the casteller calendar

The castellers are already breathing the air of Sunday, and we, the spectators, can only prepare to enjoy.

The reality is that on Sunday the square will be a stage where it will be decided who dominates the sky of the castells and who just touches it.

Article source: Castellers de Vilafranca