🏰✨ Moors and Christians Festival in Dénia 2025

 📅 August 2–16 | 🌅 Costa Blanca | 🎉 Tradition, History & Color

The Moors and Christians Festival in Dénia is one of the most anticipated summer events on the Costa Blanca. From August 2 to 16, 2025, the city transforms into a vibrant stage of history, tradition, music, and color. If you're wondering what to do in Dénia this August, this event is unmissable.

🎯 What is the Moors and Christians Festival?

Held in honor of Sant Roc, the festival commemorates the historical battles between Moorish and Christian troops on the Iberian Peninsula. This tribute comes to life through spectacular parades, sea landings, reenactments, and strong community involvement, organized by FEMMICC Dénia.

🏰🎉 Official Program – Moors and Christians Festival in Dénia 2025

📍 From August 2 to August 16
⚔️ A vibrant celebration of history, tradition, music and Mediterranean spirit.

📅 Saturday, August 2

🕗 20:00 – Parade of festival officials
Gathering at Cruz Roja and parade through Marqués de Campo and Diana to Plaza del Consell

📜 20:30 – Opening speech, handing over of city keys and flag raising ceremony
Location: Plaza del Consell

🍽️ 22:00 – Gala Dinner at L’Androna Hall

📅 Sunday, August 3

🎺 20:30 – Festive Music Concert
Performed by the Agrupación Artística Musical of Dénia
Location: Plaza del Consell

📅 Tuesday, August 5

🎠 21:00 – Festive street parade (Entraeta Festera)
Route: From Cruz Roja through Marqués de Campo and Diana to Plaza del Consell

🍽️ 22:00 – Christian Reception Dinner

📅 Thursday, August 8

🎠 21:00 – Festive street parade (Entraeta Festera)
Route: From Cruz Roja through Marqués de Campo and Diana to Plaza del Consell
🍽️ 22:00 – Moorish Reception Dinner

📅 Sunday, August 10

🍳 12:00 – Traditional Paella Contest
Organized by Sant Roc’s “Mayorales” on Marqués de Campo Street

📅 Wednesday, August 13

🏥 11:00 – Visit to Santa Llúcia Elderly Residence

⚓ 20:00 – Moorish Landing and Peace Treaty Ceremony
Location: North Breakwater Beach

🍽️ 22:00 – Truce Dinner
Location: Baleària Maritime Station

📅 Thursday, August 14

🌅 09:00 – Morning wake-up parade (Diana)
Route: Carrer Major → Plaza Valgamediós → Loreto → Sant Narcís → Trinitat → Llunàtics

🤝 12:00 – Courtesy visit to Moorish and Christian captains

👶 19:00 – Children’s Parade
Route: La Via → Diana → Marqués de Campo

🎷 Followed by: Band parade to Plaza del Consell with live Moorish and Christian marches

🌙 00:00 – Nighttime parade (Entraeta Festera)
Route: La Via → Diana → Marqués de Campo → Cruz Roja

📅 Friday, August 15

🎺 12:00 – Informal street parades by all filaes (groups) throughout the city

👑 18:00 – Grand Gala Parade featuring the captains' full boatos
Route: La Via → Diana → Marqués de Campo (to the end)

🎆 00:30 – Fireworks show at Dénia Port

📅 Saturday, August 16

💥 10:30 – Gunpowder Battle and reenactment
Route: Carrer de la Mar → From Foramur to Plaza del Consell

🙏 12:00 – Mass in honor of Sant Roc
Location: Church of La Asunción

🌫️ 19:00 – Miracle of the Fog

🕯️ 20:30 – Sant Roc Procession through the city

🎊 22:00 – Final Parade (Retreta)
Route: Cruz Roja → Marqués de Campo → Diana → Plaza del Consell
🎶 Ending with the performance of Vell Montgó and the Dénia anthem

📍 Where to Watch the Main Events?

🎟️ Best Locations to Enjoy the Events:

Gala Parade: Marqués de Campo Street
Disembarkation: Dénia Port (fishing dock area)
Battles and Processions: Plaza del Consell and surrounding streets

💡 Tip: Arrive early or reserve your seat for a privileged view.

🎒 Practical Guide for Visitors
🅿️ Parking: Parking areas at Av. Joan Fuster or Polideportivo area
🏨 Accommodation: It's ideal to book in Las Marinas, Les Roques, or the town center
☀️ Weather: August is hot. Bring water, a hat, and sunscreen.
🚶 Mobility: It's best to move around on foot or by bike in the city center.

🏖️ What Else to Do in Dénia in August

During the festivities, you can also enjoy:

 🌊 Dénia Beaches:

Las Rotas (nature and snorkeling)

Las Marinas (ideal for families)

🍤 Local Cuisine of Dénia:

Dénia Red Shrimp

Arroz a banda and Fideuà

🏰 Culture and Leisure:

Dénia Castle

Archaeological Museum

Night Markets

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