This event, one of the most prestigious festivals in Andalusia, is dedicated this year to the Patron Saint Festivals of San Juan Bautista. The program has been jointly designed by the Provincial Council of Huelva, the Alosno City Council, the Beturia Mancomunidad, and the Andalusian Institute of Flamenco with the aim of promoting the Alosno style of singing and honoring the figure of Paco Toronjo.
The Deputy of Culture for the Provincial Council, Gracia Baquero, highlighted the importance of institutional collaboration in protecting and dignifying flamenco. The mayor of Alosno, Francisco José Suero, emphasized that fandango is an intrinsic part of the municipality's identity, a legacy preserved with pride and authenticity, paying tribute to Paco Toronjo.
Teresa Herrera, delegate of Tourism for the Regional Government of Andalusia in Huelva, stated that fandango is memory, tradition, and feeling, and that the Regional Government will continue to value this legacy. Meanwhile, Jairo Rodríguez, vice-president of the Beturia Mancomunidad, assured that the festival represents the highest expression of commitment to the dissemination of fandango, bringing together the best performers and fans from across Spain.
The festival's program includes concerts by artists such as Rocío Luna (July 15), Felipa de Moreno (July 16), Caracolillo de Cádiz (July 19), and Julián Estrada (July 20). There will also be a meeting of guitar makers (July 17) and of tambourine players (July 18).
Continuing with the performances, Anabel Valencia will perform on July 21, followed by Ana Lorenzo on July 22. On July 23, David de Jacoba and Duquende will perform at the municipal sports center. On July 24, Reyes Carrasco and Rafael Riqueni will perform at the same venue. The grand finale of the XXIX National Fandangos Festival ‘Paco Toronjo’ will be held on Saturday, July 25, at 10:00 PM in the municipal sports center.
