Complete program of the Diada in Reus: events, Offerings, and the Glossa with Coia Ballesté

The National Day of Catalonia in Reus includes a program of events at Plaça del Baluard with music, offerings, and an emblematic casteller pillar. This September 11, the city dresses up for a celebration with an institutional event that combines tradition and local culture.

The official glossa will be led by Coia Ballesté Brumós, a journalist with more than 30 years of experience and a deep connection to the Camp de Tarragona, which brings a very personal and close touch to the event.

The program of the Diada events in Reus

What are the key moments of the commemoration?

The central event takes place at Plaça del Baluard on the morning of September 11. It begins at 10 a.m. with Trio Lignum, who will open the day with a musical performance that sets the solemn and festive tone.

Then, the members of the city council will make the institutional offering, accompanied by the Singing of the Senyera by Orfeó Reusenc. At 10:15 a.m., the Diada glossa arrives, followed by the Singing of Els Segadors, also performed by the Orfeó.

What should you not miss from the institutional event?

At 10:35 a.m., Laura Roig offers a tribute dance dedicated to the Diada, adding a visual and emotional point to the celebration. At 10:40 a.m., local entities participate with their offerings, while Trio Lignum accompanies the ceremony.

Outstanding is the pillar by Xiquets de Reus, symbolizing the union and rootedness of the casteller culture in the city. The closing comes at 11:30 a.m., when all attendees jointly perform Els Segadors.

Coia Ballesté Brumós, the voice of the Diada

Who is Coia Ballesté and why is she relevant?

Coia Ballesté Brumós, native of Reus, is a journalist with a career spanning more than three decades at Catalunya Ràdio and TV3. Her experience includes covering international events and a deep connection with the news of Camp de Tarragona and Terres de l'Ebre, which makes her a highly respected and appropriate figure for the institutional glossa.

What experience does she bring to the event?

She has covered everything from politics to environmental phenomena, specializing in casteller and environmental journalism. She has been a correspondent in the United Kingdom, covering events with global impact, and has directed pioneering programs such as L'Efecte Papallona. Her presence guarantees a profound and close glossa that connects with the essence of the city and the Diada.

Practical details and local context

How does this Diada affect the people of Reus?

The institutional event at Plaça del Baluard is a key meeting point for citizens, a moment to reaffirm collective identity and enjoy a morning full of symbolism and culture. The participation of local entities and the casteller pillar strengthens community connection.

What importance does the Glossa have in this context?

The glossa, led by a local voice like Coia Ballesté, not only provides information but conveys the experience and feeling surrounding the Diada. This makes the event cease to be a mere program to become a shared experience that speaks directly to the residents.

The Diada in Reus is not just a ceremonial event. It is a living expression of what the city means to those who experience it, with a program that balances tradition, culture, and citizen participation.

If you are from Reus or simply want to feel the atmosphere of a day that goes far beyond a simple institutional act, don’t miss Plaça del Baluard on September 11.

The Diada in Reus is a moment to connect, commemorate, and share the collective feeling with a glossa that speaks of the city and its people.

Source of the article: Reus City Council