Festivities 2026 – Programme – English
Sunday, 26 July
09:00 pm Festive Music Concert organised by the UMEP (Els Poblets Musical Union) in Plaza del Salvador.
Wednesday, 29 July
08:00 pm Tardeo organised by the 2026 Quintà «SI LA VISTA NO M’ENGANYA PORTE UNA BONA CASTANYA», featuring DJ Vallentine’s, in Miraflor Park.
Thursday, 30 July
06:30 pm Third round of the Cau and Parchís tournaments at the Senior Citizens’ Association headquarters.
08:00 pm Eve of the Community Bingo, organised by the 2026 Quintà «SI LA VISTA NO M’ENGANYA PORTE UNA BONA CASTANYA», at the sports centre frontón court.
Friday, 31 July
12:00 pm Mass for senior citizens at El Salvador Church.
05:00 pm DJ Mitch Van Staveren (Session 1) performing outside the Town Hall.
07:45 pm Official opening proclamation delivered by the 2026 Quintà «SI LA VISTA NO M’ENGANYA PORTE UNA BONA CASTANYA», followed by the traditional chupinazo to officially open the 2026 festivities. Afterwards, the traditional Entrada de la Murta parade, accompanied by the UMEP and Xaranga Garranxa, with the participation of the quintàs, groups, local associations and everyone wishing to join in.
09:00 pm Paella Night in Girona Street. Ingredients will be distributed between 09:00 pm and 09:30 pm.
11:30 pm Fireworks display at the Girona Street roundabout by Vulcano Pyrotechnics.
12:00 am 2026 Quintà Party with People’s Band Orchestra and DJ at the Sports Centre.
Saturday, 1 August
09:00 am Street parade with the Tocant i Rodant music group.
11:00 am Ribbon race for children (up to 12 years old) in San José Street. All participants will receive a gift.
12:00 pm Gathering of the «quintàs» in Miraflor Park, followed by a parade with the TRMN2 Band brass band.
01:00 pm Musical vermouth in Miraflor Park featuring ELECTRIC (Spanish pop and rock cover band).
05:00 pm Tardeo in Miraflor Park with DJ Picores.
08:00 pm Classic metal tribute concert by Look Out.
12:00 am Dance party at the Sports Centre with Platino Orchestra and DJ.
Sunday, 2 August
09:00 am Street parade with the Tocant i Rodant music group.
11:00 am Water park at the municipal swimming pool.
11:00 am Ribbon race in San José Street. Registration at the Town Hall is required between 23 and 30 July. Prize for the best costume.
01:00 pm Musical vermouth in Miraflor Park featuring Lulú y Los Tigretones.
02:30 pm Lunch for senior citizens at the Cultural Centre.
06:00 pm A great Valencian pilota match on Sant Josep Street, organised by the Els Poblets Valencian Pilota Club.
06:30 pm Children’s theatre performance in Plaza del Castell, sponsored by Alicante Provincial Council.
07:30 pm «Correbars» organised by the Moors and Christians Council, accompanied by the TRMN2 Band brass band. Departure from the Quintos 2026 Headquarters.
10:00 pm Bring-your-own dinner in San José Street. Pickled vegetables, watermelon, coca María cake and mistela will be provided. Bar service available. Groups wishing to participate may reserve a table at the Tourist Office. Booking is recommended but not compulsory.
11:00 pm Comedy performance by María Juan in San José Street.
12:30 am Mobile disco at the Sports Centre with DJ Mitch Van Staveren (Session 2).
Monday, 3 August
09:00 am Street parade with the Tocant i Rodant music group.
11:00 am Traditional children’s games in Calle Mayor.
12:00 am Mass in honour of Our Lady of the Rosary at Miraflor Church. Afterwards, a wine reception will be held in San José Street.
01:00 pm Musical vermouth in Miraflor Park featuring La Tracomba Matanusca.
08:00 pm Floral offering to Our Lady of the Rosary in San José Street, accompanied by the UMEP along the traditional route, with a performance by the Muixeranga de Segària.
10:00 pm Bring-your-own dinner at the Sports Centre. Pickled vegetables, watermelon, coca María cake and mistela will be provided. Bar service available. Groups may reserve a table at the Tourist Office. Booking is recommended but not compulsory.
12:00 am Dance party with Bella Donna Orchestra at the Sports Centre.
Tuesday, 4 August
09:00 am Street parade with the Tocant i Rodant music group.
11:00 am Water park at the municipal swimming pool.
12:30 pm Musical vermouth in Miraflor Park featuring La Fulla.
07:30 pm Street parade with the Tocant i Rodant music group.
08:00 pm Grand Parade of Floats and Carnival Groups accompanied by the TRMN2 Band and Xaranga Garranxa. Registration must be completed at the Town Hall between 23 July and 2 August. Prizes: 1st €400, 2nd €200, 3rd €100, plus six prizes of €50.
12:00 am «Correfoc» (fire-run) by the Colla de Dimonis Polopins from Polop de la Marina, sponsored by Alicante Provincial Council. Horchata will be served afterwards at the Mira-Rosa Multi-purpose Building.
01:00 am Dance party with Nexus Orchestra at the Sports Centre.
Wednesday, 5 August
07:00 am Traditional «Despertà» organised by the Moors and Christians filaes. Participants must hold the relevant permit and must not be under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
09:00 am Street parade with the Tocant i Rodant music group.
11:00 am Water park at the municipal swimming pool.
01:00 pm Finals of the Cau and Parchís tournaments.
07:00 pm Parade of Bands.
08:00 pm Moors and Christians Parade.
11:30 pm Tribute show to Nino Bravo, «The Voice of Nino», in Plaza del Salvador.
01:00 am Mobile disco with DJ Taron.
Thursday, 6 August
09:00 am Street parade with the Tocant i Rodant music group.
11:00 am Street parade by the Els Poblets Musical Union.
11:30 am Collection of the blessed bread.
12:00 pm Mass in honour of the Divine Saviour.
01:00 pm Distribution of the blessed bread.
08:30 pm Street parade by the Els Poblets Musical Union (UMEP).
09:00 pm Procession in honour of the Divine Saviour.
11:00 pm Fireworks display by Vulcano Pyrotechnics.
12:00 am Dance party with La Metro Orchestra in Plaza del Castell.
Friday, 7 August
06:00 pm Traditional horse-drawn pulling competition behind the Town Hall.
Saturday, 8 August
01:00 am Traditional horse-drawn pulling competition behind the Town Hall.
