Our Lady of Africa Day is observed in Ceuta, a Spanish autonomous city on the north coast of Africa, every August 5. This holiday honors the patron saint of the city, known as Our Lady of Africa, who is considered the patron saint of African Christians. The celebration includes a festive procession where a group of men called costaleros carry the statue of Our Lady of Africa through the streets, while residents throw flowers from their balconies. The origins of the holiday date back to the wooden statue brought by Prince Henry the Navigator in the early 15th century, with the current shrine, the Church of Santa María de África, consecrated on August 5, 1752. Our Lady of Africa Day is an official holiday in Ceuta, resulting in the closure of most organizations, businesses, and shops, while a fair that begins in late July culminates in the festivities. The day concludes with fireworks, marking the end of the holiday celebrations.