Divertia Gijón has announced an increase in the prize money for the float and music band competitions of Antroxu 2027, with a total prize fund now reaching €64,750, up from €54,340 in the previous edition. This marks an increase of €10,410, or 19.2% compared to 2026.
Additionally, the number of groups recognised in the music band contest has been expanded from 14 to 16. Jesús Martínez Salvador, president of Divertia, stated, “This enhancement in the prizes is a way to recognise the efforts of the groups that work collectively to keep the essence of Antroxu alive, a festival of regional tourist interest that is part of the soul of Gijón. With this, we reaffirm our commitment to a participative, creative carnival rooted in our identity.”
The Antroxu 2027 festival in Gijón/Xixón is scheduled to take place from 5 to 9 February, with performances from the music bands at the Teatro Jovellanos on the evenings of 6 and 7 February at 19:00. The Antroxu parade, featuring floats and music bands, will occur on 8 February, starting at 19:00. The prize-giving ceremony for both competitions will be held on 9 February at 18:00 in the Paseo de Begoña.
Registration for both competitions will open on 28 October at 12:00 via the municipal website. Music bands can submit their applications until 8 January 2027, while the deadline for float entries is 22 January. Full details of both competitions can be found at www.divertiagijon.es.
