Fiestas in Moraira: "Virgen de Los Desamparados" / "Virgen del Carmen" / "Bous a la Mar" (July 2025)

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Moraira Fiestas July 2025

Moraira celebrates the 'Virgen de los Desamparados' and the 'Virgen del Carmen' during an annual fiesta in July 2025.

The Virgen de los Desamparados and Virgen del Carmen Fiesta in Moraira, Spain, is a vibrant patron saint festival honoring Nuestra Señora de los Desamparados (Our Lady of the Forsaken), the patroness of Moraira, on July 15, and the Virgen del Carmen, patroness of sailors, on July 16.

Held annually around these dates, the festivities typically span 12–16 days, with the 2025 celebration scheduled from July 4 to July 20, organized by the Comisión de Fiestas 2025 and the Teulada-Moraira City Council. 

Below is a detailed overview of the fiesta

Key Events and Traditions (July 2025, Moraira)

•  Festival Kickoff (July 4–5):

•  July 4, 8:30 PM: Concert by the Agrupació Musical Cultural de Teulada at the Moraira Yacht Club, followed by a visit by the 2025 Festeros to streets participating in the “Decorated Streets” contest at 11:00 PM.

•  July 5, 9:30 PM: Official presentation of the 2025 Moraira Fiesta at the Castle Esplanade, with a proclamation by Isabel Vallés Vallés (“La Pomera”), followed by a performance by the La Fiesta orchestra. The Entrà de la Murta parade with firecrackers and music marks the festive start.

•  Flower Offering (July 14):

•  1:00 PM: Informal parade with the 2025, 2024, and 2000 Fiesta Commissions and Virgin bearers, accompanied by the Charanga 442 band.

•  7:30 PM: Gathering at Avenida del Portet for the Ofrenda de Flores (Flower Offering) to the Virgen de los Desamparados at the Ermita del Castillo, accompanied by Charanga 442, Agrupació Musical Cultural de Teulada, and Colla El Falçó. The Moraira Anthem is sung with the Cor La Senieta, followed by traditional dances by Grup de Dançes Font Santa de Teulada and a small fireworks display by Pirotecnia Vulcano.

•  12:30 AM: Monaco Party orchestra performs at the Castle Esplanade.

•  Virgen de los Desamparados Day (July 15):

•  8:00 AM: Despertà (wake-up call) with Charanga 442 and general bell ringing.

•  11:00 AM: Festeros gather for a parade to the church, accompanied by Charanga 442.

•  12:00 PM: Solemn Mass in honor of the Virgen de los Desamparados, sung by the Coral Teuladina, often attended by local dignitaries.

•  2:00 PM: Gran Mascletà (daytime fireworks) by Pirotecnia Vulcano at Paseo del Senillar.

•  9:00 PM: Solemn Procession in honor of the Virgen de los Desamparados through Moraira’s streets, with Charanga 442, Agrupació Musical Cultural de Teulada, and Colla El Falçó. The Cor La Senieta sings the Ave María, followed by a pirodigital fireworks display by Pirotecnia Vulcano at the Castle Esplanade.

•  1:00 AM: La Tribu orchestra performs at the Castle Esplanade.

•  Virgen del Carmen Day (July 16):

•  8:00 AM: Despertà with Charanga 442.

•  11:00 AM: Festeros parade to the church with Charanga 442.

•  12:00 PM: Solemn Mass in honor of the Virgen del Carmen, sung by the Coral Teuladina.

•  2:00 PM: Gran Traca Kilométrica (kilometer-long firecracker display) from Fortí to Paseo del Senillar, followed by a digital Mascletà by Pirotecnia Vulcano. A traditional Palo Enjabonado (greased pole game) takes place at the fishing pier, with prizes for participants.

•  7:30 PM: Gathering at Espai La Senieta for a parade to the church.

•  8:30 PM: Maritime Procession in honor of the Virgen del Carmen, by land and sea, with the Virgin’s image carried on a decorated boat, accompanied by Charanga 442, Colla El Falçó, and Agrupació Musical Cultural de Teulada. At the church, 21 salutes are fired, and the Salve Marinera is sung, followed by the naming of the 2026 Festeros and Festeras. A grand pyro-aquatic fireworks display by Pirotecnia Vulcano closes the evening at the Castle Esplanade, followed by a DJ performance.

•  12:00 AM: La Flama orchestra performs to close the main festive days.

•  Additional Events (July 4–20):

•  Theatre and Music: Events like a theatre performance at Espai La Senieta, concerts by local groups, and orchestra nights

•  Traditional Activities: Bous a la Mar (bulls to the sea, July 17–20, 7:00–11:00 PM), paella contests, costume parades, and a giant paella at Plaza de la Iglesia.

•  Cultural Highlights: Entrà de la Murta parade, street decoration contests, and tributes to the town’s eldest residents.