Corpus Christi 2026 programme of events in Valencia

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TOURISTIC AREA: Historical center

Join in the festivities of this Valencian festival, which dates back over 750 years.

Valencia goes all out for the celebration of Corpus Christi, one of the city's most deeply rooted traditions, in which pagan and religious elements blend to offer worshippers, tourists and curious onlookers a top-notch cultural experience.

A special programme has been put together so that, if you’re interested, you can take part in the festivities.

Take part in the Procession of the Rocas, a spectacular display of monumental ancient floats traditional to Valencia’s Corpus Christi celebrations, which are pulled from the Museum of the Rocas to the Plaza de la Virgen by decorated horses, and dance to the rhythm of the Moma dance, which symbolises the struggle between virtue and the seven deadly sins.

Join in the Cabalgata del Convite parade, which re-enacts the invitation extended by the city council of Valencia to the authorities and the public to attend the Corpus Christi Procession; cool off at the legendary poalà, and enjoy the rest of the activities celebrating what is known as the city’s ‘festa grossa’ (big festival).

Want to know more? Here's the schedule.

Full programme for Corpus Christi 2026

1 June

At 7:30 p.m. — Dance of the children of the Corpus — Monastery of San Miguel de los Reyes

2 June

At 10:00 a.m. — Distribution of the Moma Dolça to the media

4 June

At 8:00 p.m. — Solemn Mass of Corpus Christi officiated by Enrique Benavent, Archbishop of Valencia, accompanied by the Valencia Cathedral Choir directed by Luis Garrido — Church of the Patriarch

At the end of the mass – Corpus Christi proclamation by the archbishop — Church of the Patriarch

5 June

At 9:00 a.m. – The Relocation of las Rocas and el Bestiario

Route: from the Casa de las Rocas to the Alameditas de Serranos

At 10:00 a.m. — Floral monument in honour of Corpus Christi — Plaza de la Reina

In addition, 7 floral monuments will be placed by the Florists' Guild of the Valencian Community in Plaza Manises, Plaza del Tossal, in front of the Lonja, on the corner of Avenida María Cristina with Calle San Vicente, Calle San Vicente in front of the San Martín Church, Calle del Mar and in front of the Archbishop's Palace.

At 12:30 p.m. — Entry of music bands to finalise the delivery of Pomells at the Valencia City Hall

Route: Plaza de la Reina, San Vicente and Plaza del Ayuntamiento.

At 8:00 p.m. — Relocation of Las Rocas and El Bestiario – To the Plaza de la Mare de Déu, where they will be on display

At 11:30 p.m. — Nit d'albaes and dances

Route: from the Plaza del Dramaturgo Fausto Hernández Casajuana to the Archbishop's Palace, passing through the Plaza del Carmen and the streets Roteros, Serranos, Caballeros and Plaza de la Mare de Déu.

6 June

At 12:00 p.m.Penjà de poals — Calle Cabillers and Avellanas

From 12:00 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. — Midday Bell Ringing – Valencia Cathedral

At 4:30 p.m. — Episcopal choir in two parts: ringing of bells and the flight of the Caterina and the Maria to announce the first solemn vespers

At 6:00 p.m. — Representation of the “Mystery of Saint Christopher and the pilgrims in charge of the Children of the Altar of Russafa” — Plaza de la Mare de Déu

At 7:00 p.m. — Extraordinary concert by the group of tabal i dolçaina El Cudol — Plaza de la Mare de Déu

From 8:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. — The ringing of the Ave Maria: the ringing of the large bells to announce the festival – Valencia Cathedral

At 11:00 p.m. — Special concert by the Valencia Municipal Symphonic Band, conducted by Miguel Vidagany — Plaza de la Mare de Déu

At 11:59 p.m. — Night of the Festival: parade with a brass band along the reverse route of the procession and presentation of prizes for decorated shop windows, balconies and facades — Starting in the Plaza de la Mare de Déu

7 June

From 7:30 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. – Dawn’s First Light – Valencia Cathedral

From 9:15 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. — The ringing of bells, a first-class bell-ringing performance and bell-tolling – Valencia Cathedral

At 10:00 a.m. — Solemn Pontifical Mass — Valencia Cathedral

From 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. – The Ringing of the High Mass Bells – Valencia Cathedral

At 12:00 p.m. — The Convite Procession, a display of Corpus Christi dances and the Degollà troupe

Route: Plaza de Manises, Calle de los Caballeros, Plaza de la Mare de Déu, Calle del Micalet, Plaza de la Reina, Calle de Cabillers, Calle de las Avellanas and Calle del Palau, and Plaza de la Almoina.

From 12:00 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. — Bell ringing for the Feast of Corpus Christi – Valencia Cathedral

At 2:00 p.m. — Fireworks display by Pirotecnia Alto Palancia — Plaza del Ayuntamiento

At 4:30 p.m. — Departure from Las Rocas

Route: Calle de los Caballeros, Plaza del Tossal, Plaza del Mercado, Avenida de María Cristina, Calle de San Vicente, Plaza de la Reina, Calle del Mar and Calle de las Avellanas, and the ascent to the Archbishop's Palace.

At 5:15 p.m. — The procession of the myrtle carts

From 5:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. – a first-class choral performance – Valencia Cathedral

At 5:30 p.m. — Departure of the giants and the dances of the Nanos, the Magrana and the Moma

At 6:30 p.m. – A turn to signal the start of the procession – Valencia Cathedral

At 7:00 p.m. — Solemn Corpus Christi Procession featuring performances by seven choirs and various floral displays to mark the 700th anniversary of Corpus Christi

Route: Exit from the Cathedral through the Apostles' Gate, Plaza de la Mare de Déu, Calle Caballeros, Plaza del Tossal, Calle Bolsería, Plaza del Mercado, Avenida de María Cristina, Calle de San Vicente, Plaza de la Reina, Calle del Mar, Calle de las Avellanas and Calle del Palau, Plaza de la Almoina and entrance to the Cathedral.

From 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. — The ringing of bells and the turning of the procession – Valencia Cathedral

Programme booklet

Details

  • Event dates
  • From:

    01-06-2026

  • To:

    07-06-2026

  • Schedule info

    See each activity.

  • Price

    Free entry.

  • Adapted to reduced mobility
  • Interest information

    SPACES RESERVED FOR PEOPLE WITH REDUCED MOBILITY

    Cabalgata del Convite parade on Sunday 7 June at 12:00 p.m. (Plaza de la Reina). View location here.

    Mascletá, Sunday 7 June at 2:00 p.m. (Plaza Ayuntamiento, on the corner of Calle de la Sangre). View location here.

    Procession, Sunday 7 June at 5:00 p.m. (Plaza del Mercado, entrance via Calle Vells de la Paja, between the Central Market and the Church of Los Santo Juanes, opposite the Lonja). View location here.

    • Only people with reduced mobility and one accompanying person
    • Accompanying persons must stand at the back so as not to obstruct the view of people with reduced mobility
    • Capacity is limited, so please arrive in good time
    • Please follow the instructions of the support volunteers accredited by the City Council’s Directorate-General for Disability

     

    More accessibility-related information about the festival

     

Interest information

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