Aragonese Day honors both Saint George, the patron saint of Aragon, and the region's identity and autonomy. It combines history and modern culture in a day of ceremonies and festivities.

When is Aragonese Day?

Aragonese Day in Spain is celebrated every year on April 23.

The following is the list of Aragonese Day from 2020 to 2049.

The History of Aragonese Day?

The roots of Aragonese Day go back to Saint George, a Christian martyr widely venerated across Europe as a symbol of courage.

In Aragon, Saint George became linked to the Battle of Alcoraz in 1096, when King Peter I of Aragon defeated Muslim forces and captured Huesca during the Reconquista. According to legend, Saint George appeared on horseback during the battle, helping the Aragonese troops to victory. This miracle elevated him as the patron saint of Aragon.

Over the following centuries, Saint George's cult grew stronger in Aragon. His symbol, the red cross on a white field, became closely associated with the Crown of Aragon.

Festivities in his honor were held throughout the Middle Ages, blending religious devotion and civic pride. For a long time, the day was celebrated primarily in a religious context, rather than as a public or civic holiday.

In the 20th century, with the rise of regionalism and cultural revival movements, Saint George's Day regained significance in Aragon as a symbol of regional pride and historical memory.

Following Spain's 1978 Constitution, Aragon became an autonomous community with self-government.

In 1984, the regional government officially declared April 23 as the Day of Aragon, aligning it with the traditional feast day of Saint George.