The Festa del Càntir of Argentona, revived in 1951, is held every year on the morning of 4 August, coinciding with the feast of Sant Domènec. During the day, the most traditional events take place: the renewal of the vot de poble by the mayor, the blessing of the waters of the Font de Sant Domènec, the blessing and sale of the “càntir de l’any”, and the classic strength and ingenuity games related to water and the pitcher.

In the 2022 edition, the author of the càntir de l’any was Carme Pinós, an internationally recognised architect and designer, who also became the first woman entrusted with the design since the start of the càntirs d’autor series of the Museu del Càntir (2017). Her proposal combines functionality and elegance, made with red clay and contrasting white finishes.

The design and production process was coordinated by Quim Larrea, with moulds by José Luís Osuna and production by José Antonio Gómez, a ceramist from Caldes de Montbui. A total of 3,000 numbered units were produced, available for €25 at the Museu del Càntir and during the festival at the sales point next to the Font de Sant Domènec.

Programme highlights for 4 August:

07:00: Preparation and blessing of the càntirs at the Font de Sant Domènec.

10:00: Opening of the Museu del Càntir and exhibitions.

10:30 (Plaça de Vendre): Children’s games around the càntir (Gran Xarbotada).

At the end of the “Vot de Poble” (Font de Sant Domènec): Blessing and sale of the càntirs of the year.

12:00 (Plaça de Vendre): Càntir-lifting competition (from 10 to 200 kg) with cash prizes and trophies.

13:00 (Plaça Nova): Presentation of the Giant Artist Càntir with the authors Gemma Armengol and Igor Garai.

The festival is held with the collaboration of the Amics del Museu del Càntir, the wood-fired bakery Forn de llenya Can Moré, and the sponsorship of various local companies.