Every Thursday at 12:00 p.m. at the Apostles’ Gate of Valencia Cathedral, experience firsthand one of Valencia’s oldest traditions, declared Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO.
Moors and Christians Festival 2025 in Valencia: parades, medieval market and lots of music
Categories: parties and traditions.
TOURISTIC AREA: Historical center
Medieval market, dancing, music, battles, and a multicultural celebration you can’t miss.
Valencia is getting ready for one of the most anticipated celebrations of the year: the Moors and Christians Festival 2025.
Throughout October, the city will be filled with color, fireworks and plenty of music in a tribute to history and Mediterranean tradition.
The Turia Gardens —between the Exhibition Bridge and the Flowers Bridge— will become the stage for the Medieval Market from October 4 to 12.
It will bring together craft stalls, all kinds of workshops, inns, and a lively atmosphere with dancing and music.
A true journey back in time to enjoy with family or friends!
And speaking of shows, you can’t miss the Moors and Christians Entrance: a grand parade featuring squads along with farmers, dance troupes, and music bands recreating historic incursions on the coast.
Do you want to know the full program?
Festival Events Calendar 2025
October 4
5:00 pm – Children’s Moors and Christians Parade
The little ones are the stars of this parade that runs from Plaza del Tossal to Plaza dels Furs.
You’ll see colorful costumes, miniature squads, and the same excitement as in the main parade.
8:00 pm – Embassy of the Conquest
Plaza dels Furs, next to the imposing Torres de Serranos, becomes the stage for this theatrical performance that relives the conquest and defense of the city.
October 5
11:30 am – Alardo
The parade starts at Plaza de la Virgen, continues through Plaza de la Reina and San Vicente Street until reaching Plaza del Ayuntamiento.
Here, Moors and Christians recreate their battles with thunderous musket fire.
October 26 – XXI Moors and Christians Parade of Valencia
4:00 pm – Bajada de Gloria
The parade starts at Plaza del Ayuntamiento and continues to the Glorieta.
This is the prelude to the grand entrance, an act full of symbolism that paves the way for the final spectacle.
5:00 pm – Entrance
The parade moves from the Glorieta to Plaza del Ayuntamiento.
Along the route you can enjoy Moorish and Christian squads, colorful pageantry, live music, and dancing.
A celebration you can’t miss!
Details
- Event dates
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From:
26-10-2025
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To:
26-10-2025
05 Fri
19º 13º
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