Best photos as Carnival kicks off in Sitges and Torelló

High winds fail to dampen spirits as Catalonia launches a week of colour, satire and celebration

A scene from the Ritual of Rauxa, part of Torelló's Pullassu celebration, where a symbolic penis is cut and retrieved as part of the traditional storyline
A scene from the Ritual of Rauxa, part of Torelló's Pullassu celebration, where a symbolic penis is cut and retrieved as part of the traditional storyline / Lourdes Casademont
Catalan News

Catalan News | @catalannews | Sitges & Torelló

February 13, 2026 03:01 PM

February 13, 2026 05:21 PM

Carnival is under way in Catalonia, with large crowds turning out in Sitges and Torelló, despite Thursday's stormy weather.

In Sitges, the traditional arrival of King Carnestoltes marked the start of a week of parades and parties by the sea.

In Torelló, the irreverent Pullassu ritual once again filled the old town with music, costumes and revelry.

Here are some of the best images from the opening nights.
 

King Carnestoltes of Sitges during the Arribo (Arrival)
King Carnestoltes of Sitges during the Arribo (Arrival) / Jordi Pujolar

 

Dancers at the Arribo (Arrival) at Sitges Carnival
Dancers at the Arribo (Arrival) at Sitges Carnival / Jordi Pujolar

 

Dancers at the Arribo (Arrival) in Sitges
Dancers at the Arribo (Arrival) in Sitges / Jordi Pujolar

 

'La Guita Tita' during the festivities in Torelló
'La Guita Tita' during the festivities in Torelló / Lourdes Casademont

 

Margalef and Fortiana during a dance in Torelló
Margalef and Fortiana during a dance in Torelló / Lourdes Casademont

 

One of the 'capgrossos' during the parade in Torelló
One of the 'capgrossos' during the parade in Torelló / Lourdes Casademont

 

'Diables' leaping under a shower of sparks
'Diables' leaping under a shower of sparks / Lourdes Casademont

 

CarnivalSitgesTorello

FOLLOW CATALAN NEWS ON WHATSAPP!

Get the day's biggest stories right to your phone