The Moors and Christians 2024 celebrations in Dénia are just around the corner and will bring with them some new features. The presentation of the festivities, which will take place from 3 to 16 August, was attended by the Councillor for Festivities, the Deputy Mayor, the President of the FEMMICC and the Moorish and Christian captains.
This year, the fireworks will take place on Thursday 15 August at midnight. In addition, the Fog Miracle and the Battle of the Arquebusiers will be celebrated together on Friday 16 August at 9:30 am to counteract the heat and congestion.
This year's poster caller from the Marins Corsaris phalanx was „excited and proud“. The winner of the poster competition explained that her work shows the battle between Islam and Christianity and depicts the Torre del Jarro.
Programme of events
31 July: Blood donation campaign to raise public awareness
3 August: Opening speech at the Plaza del Consell
4 August: Concert by the Agrupación Artística Musical de Dénia
6 August: Christian reception
8 August: Moorish reception
10 August: Parade at the Portal de la Marina shopping centre in Ondara
11 August: Paella competition organised by the Brotherhood of San Roque in Calle Marqués de Campo
13 August: Disembarkation and signing of the armistice
14 August: Jennyfer parade through the old town, children's parade, performance by the music bands and festive entradilla
15 August: Gala parade and midnight fireworks from the harbour
16 August: Morning: Battle of the Arquebusiers and miracle of the fog; Afternoon: Procession in honour of San Roque; Evening: Final retreat
The detailed programme and further information can be found on the official website of the city of Dénia. Dates and times are subject to change, please check back regularly for the latest updates.
