San Fermin concludes, Catalonia Financing Talks, Bilbao Festival Details Emerge
Pamplona bids farewell to the 2025 San Fermin festivities today, Monday, July 14, with the customary rendition of ‘Poor of me’ at midnight.Thousands will gather in the town hall square to remove their red scarves, marking the end of nine days of celebrations, though the city’s streets will continue to buzz with activity.
In parallel, the Bilateral Commission convenes to discuss a Singular Financing agreement between the Spanish government and the Generalitat of Catalonia. This agreement,which proposes the 100% transfer of IRPF,will require subsequent approval from the Congress of Deputies.
Meanwhile, Bilbao prepares for its Aste Nagusia celebrations. The Councilor for Equality and parties,Itziar Urtasun,will present the program for the Aste Nagusia concerts,scheduled to take place at the Abandoibarra and Parque Europa venues. The presentation is set to begin at 11:00 AM at the Bilbao City Council.
The San Fermin festival, internationally renowned for its running of the bulls, has a history dating back centuries, evolving from medieval trade fairs to the global spectacle it is indeed today. The tradition of the red scarf, or ‘pañuelo’, symbolizes the end of the festivities and is a poignant moment for attendees.
