Peñíscola's Patron Saint Festivities in Honor of the Virgin of La Ermitana, 2026

Peñíscola’s main festivals have been declared of National Tourist Interest and Assets of Cultural Interest (BIC). Highlights include the ancient dances performed before the patron saint, the Moors and Christians Dance-Battle in the Plaza de Armas, religious ceremonies, bullfighting events, and musical performances.

Location: Old Town, Plaza de Armas, Parador de Fiestas, and El Jaleo venue

Schedule

• Monday, September 7 · General ringing of bells, fireworks, and the Proclamation of the Festival Queen and her Court of Honor · City Hall Balcony and Old Town

• Tuesday, September 8 · Nativity of the Virgin: Solemn Mass, procession, and traditional dances · Sanctuary of the Virgin of La Ermitana and Plaza de Armas

• Wednesday, September 9 · Feast Day of the Patron Saint: Mass, traditional dances, and the traditional “Battle of the Moors and Christians” dance · Plaza de Armas

• Thursday, September 10 · First Day of the Bullfighting Festivities · Bullring

• Friday, September 11 · Sardine Day and Fireworks Display · North Beach and festival grounds

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