Entroido de Cobres
Carnival is an ancestral festival that is lost in time, perhaps rituals of pagan origin that with the passing of time and generation after generation achieved the traditional character with which it is maintained today.
Origin
The starting point of what is now known as the Entroido de Cobres, but was also known as the Antroido dos Cobres, whose main characters are the madamas and the galáns, is not clearly defined. However, we know that the madamas and galáns used to be found along the entire Vigo estuary, but only in Cobres continues.
Continuity over time
According to the testimonies in the documentary “Madamas e galáns: Historia do Entroido de Cobres”, the Entroido de Cobres has been held uninterruptedly since the 18th century, except during the Spanish Civil War and in 2021, during the COVID pandemic.
Originality
The Entroido de Cobres is the only traditional carnival in Galicia whose main characters do not wear masks. It is a carnival to “show off”, where the main characters display the beauty of their costumes and their striking decorations.
Corrida do gallo
The central day of the Entroido de Cobres is Tuesday due to the celebration of the Corrida do Galo, which is also a local holiday. The event has started at 4 PM from time immemorial, always opened by a performance of the madamas and galáns.
News
Here you can see all the news about the Entroido de Cobres.
Winners of the 2026 Rooster Contest at Entroido de Cobres
Entroido de Cobres announces the winners of the 2026 Rooster Contest, an educational initiative aimed at primary and early-years pupils from schools in Vilaboa, designed to encourage creativity and...
Entroido de Cobres, the surprise of Foliada Eferro 2025 in Merza
Entroido de Cobres took part on 13 September 2025 in the Foliada Eferro held in Merza (Vila de Cruces), one of the most prestigious events celebrating Galician traditional music and culture. Its...
Entroido de Cobres at the 1st Meeting of Carnivals of Southern Pontevedra in Bueu
Entroido de Cobres was one of the main highlights of the 1st Meeting of Carnivals of Southern Pontevedra, held in Bueu on 8 November 2025. This event brought together, for the first time, the most...
Events
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Entroido de Cobres 2026: full programme and dates
The Entroido de Cobres will take place in 2026 with a full programme running from 8 to 17 February, including the presentation through the parishes of Vilaboa, pre-Entroido activities in schools and...
Entroido de Cobres to take part in the 1st Meeting of Carnivals of Southern Pontevedra
On Friday 8 November 2025, Entroido de Cobres will take part in the 1st Meeting of Carnivals of Southern Pontevedra, a pioneering event that will bring together in Bueu some of the most iconic...
Participation in the Galician Traditional Carnivals Parade
On Saturday, 6 September 2025, Entroido de Cobres will be taking part in the Galician Traditional Carnivals Parade, held in Praza do Obradoiro in Santiago de Compostela and organised by the Xunta de...