The Aplec of Lleida has once again brought together families from outside the city and neighbors who participate in the festival without being part of any group this weekend. The activity is concentrated both in the clubs and in the catering spaces set up within the grounds.
Among the attendees is a family from Abrera and Castellbisbal who chose to eat at the Gust de Lleida restaurant, located in one of the Fira de Lleida pavilions. Their presence summarizes one of the images of the gathering, with visitors attracted by the atmosphere of the Aplec even if they are not part of its traditional structure.
The venue added pavilions and an indoor terrace for the gastronomic offer
This year, the dining option within the Aplec is spread across the Fira de Lleida pavilions and Restaurant La Plaça, a terrace set up inside the grounds. This distribution has expanded access points for those attending the event beyond the groups.
From the Gust de Lleida restaurant, the family from Baix Llobregat and Vallès Occidental explained that they already knew about the event. "It's not the first time we've been to the Aplec. We come from Abrera and Castellbisbal and we think it's a great festival. We envy the great atmosphere in the clubs" - visiting family, attendees of the Aplec
During the meal, the same attendees highlighted one of the most recognizable dishes of the celebration. "The snails are delicious" - visiting family, attendees of the Aplec
Residents of Lleida participated in the festival without joining a group
It wasn't just visitors from other municipalities who came. Residents of Lleida also attended the Aplec to join the day without belonging to any club, a formula that keeps participation open to the public who seek to experience the atmosphere without integrating into the festive organization.
A couple from the city, accompanied by their two children, summarized this way of attending the event with a brief phrase. "It's a way to experience the Aplec without being part of any group" - local couple, attendees of the Aplec
The family from Abrera and Castellbisbal ate at the Gust de Lleida restaurant, located in one of the pavilions of the fairgrounds.