HISTORY AND DATES
When does St.James Apostle come to Zaragoza?
in 40 AD
When does The Offering of fruits take place?
On the morning of 13 October
Where is The funfair, which includes a wide variety of roller coasters, held?
In the Fair Enclosure of Valdespartera
12th of October is a special date,not only in Zaragoza but also in all the Hispanic World. Why?
We celebrate the discovery of America by Cristopher Columbus.
Waht is the name of the traditional red and black checked garment we wear around the neck?
Cachirulo
What day does the "Cristal Rosary" appear in the streets?
On the 13th of October
What can you see from the river banks on the last night of Pilares?
A firework show.
What is the name of the park where you can enjoy beautiful shows of light and sound?
Labordeta or Big Park ( Parque Grande)
Who gave the Opening Speech or Crier Speech on the 5th of October from the Town Hall?
B-Vocal
At the Flower Offering, white flowers have a special place in the metal structure,where are they placed?
On the top of the structure, near the Virgin, and the coloured flowers are at the bottom.
The Town Crier (or Pregón) announces the opening speech of the festival. What day is it?
On the Saturday before 12th, October . This year it is on 5th, October.
What is the name of the bullring in Zaragoza, where you can enjoy bull fighting and heifers runs ( young bulls)?
La Misericordia
Near the airport, you can enjoy a series of pavilions dedicated to different types of products, such as food, furniture, cars , science and various shows and events to entertain visitors. What is its name?
The General fair in the Exhibition Hall of Zaragoza.
Give, at least, the names of three Bid Heads in Zaragoza.
"el Morico", "el Boticario", "el Robaculeros", "el Torero", "el Tuerto", "el Forano", "la Forana", "el Verrugón", "la Pilara" and el "Azutero"
Tragachicos is a famous character during Pilar festivals. Why is it famous?
Because it is a huge wooden character, dressed in Aragonese traditional clothes, who eats children and throws them out thanks to a big inside slide he has from his mouth to his bottom.
Giants and Big heads are a great tradition in Zaragoza. When were the current giants designed? Choose a year
1950 - 2000 - 1849 - 1492
The current giants were designed in 1849 by the sculptor Felix Oroz.
In this event, waiters and waitresses are dressed in German costumes with a traditional German orchestra playing. What is it? Give the name and the place it is celebrated
Beer fest or Oktoberfest. It takes place in the Theme Park, in Zaragoza.
Which parks do you have to visit if you want to find storytellers for children or puppet shows? Name one of them.
Delicias and Bruil
Amaral offers a concert during the festival. When and where?
Pilar Square, on the 11th, October.
After the Fruit Offering, Pilar Square is full of food. What is the destination of this food?
It goes to charities in the city.
When did the Flower Offering tradition start?
You have a margin of 5 years above or below.
The Flower Offering tradition started in 1952
What time is the Solemn Mass of Infants, on the 12th of October, celebrated?
At 4,30h a.m. in the Saint Chapel of the Basilica.
Describe the "Espacio Zity": location, what you can do there, how to go...
Open answer ( for concerts, in Valdespartera, by bus, car, tram.....)
During the Crier Speech ( pregón) the Town Mayor appears on the balcony next to the Criers. What is the current Mayor? And the previous one?
Currrent: Jorge Azcón
Previous: Pedro Santisteve
Explain, in English, the meaning of "Narria cervecera" very famous in Zaragoza during the festival.
It is an old cart (1905) pulled by horses. It belongs to the Aragonese brewers "La Zaragozana" and it appears around the streets during the festival. It was the way they delivered beer long ago.