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Patron saint festival

Fiestas en honor a Nuestra Señora de Orito en Monforte del Cid

Monforte del Cid, Alicante · Comunitat Valenciana

2026 edition

30 August – 8 September 2026

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2026 programme

  1. 30 August, 22:00 · 2026 Festival Proclamation
  2. 31 August, 11:00 · Traditional pole-climbing and games in the square (the square)
  3. 31 August, 13:00 · First Paloma Session
  4. 31 August, 22:00 · Great Orito Festival
  5. 1 September, 11:00 · Hot Chocolate Gathering
  6. 1 September, 11:30 · “Let's Draw” Painting Workshop
  7. 1 September, 21:30 · Singing Bingo! Orito Bingo
  8. 2 September, 20:00 · Fancy Dress Parade
  9. 2 September, 21:00 · CoreoMarvels, children's show
  10. 2 September, 22:00 · Secayó and Chinchón Card Tournament in the Cool of the Evening
  11. 3 September, 11:00 · Paint or Decorate Your Water Jug Workshop
  12. 3 September, 22:00 · Great Night in Orito with Raphael
  13. 4 September, 00:00 · Hï Orito (Mobile Disco) (Square)
  14. 4 September, 11:00 · Fairground Games
  15. 4 September, 21:30 · Charity Community Dinner (Square)
  16. 4 September, 23:00 · Perkilusionist Show and Maria Antonietas (Square)
  17. 5 September, 00:00 · Spectacular Dance Night with the “Athenas” Orchestra
  18. 5 September, 12:00 · Water Attractions (Square)
  19. 5 September, 13:00 · Paloma Session + Xanxullo
  20. 6 September, 12:00 · Holy Mass and admission of young children of the Virgen de Orito
  21. 6 September, 12:00 · Land Inflatables (Square)
  22. 6 September, 14:00 · Grand Mascletà
  23. 6 September, 14:30 · Giant Paella
  24. 6 September, 20:00 · Traditional Family Photos and Flower Offering to Ntra. Sra. de Orito (Square steps)
  25. 6 September, 21:30 · Concert by S.M. La Lira de Monforte del Cid and the Coral Monfortina
  26. 7 September, 00:00 · Torchlight Procession (Ermita de la Aparición)
  27. 7 September, 11:00 · Face Painting and Tattoos
  28. 7 September, 19:30 · Virgen de Orito Popular Cross-Country Run (Square)
  29. 8 September, 19:00 · Solemn Holy Mass and Procession of Ntra. Sra. de Orito (Plaza Ntra. Sra. de Orito)

Sources: Web oficial del Ayuntamiento de Monforte del Cid (monfortedelcid.es)

Where it is and getting there

Santuario Ntra. Sra. de Orito y San Pascual · Monforte del Cid

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Sources: www.monfortedelcid.es

Introduction and local significance

The festivities in honour of Nuestra Señora de Orito in Monforte del Cid will officially take place from 30 August to 8 September 2026. This patronal festival brings locals and visitors together for religious and festive events centered around the Santuario Ntra. Sra. de Orito y San Pascual. It is advisable to book accommodation in advance for these dates and check the official programme for schedule changes before travelling.

Historical origins and tradition

This edition commemorates 40 years since the introduction of the opening festival proclamation (pregón). Among the most deeply rooted traditions are the admission of young children (infantas e infantes) of the Virgen de Orito and the torchlight procession starting from the Ermita de la Aparición. The musical section features a joint performance of the Pasodoble Orito, with music by D. Luis Molina Millá and lyrics by D. Gabriel Seguí Martínez, performed by the Sociedad Musical La Lira de Monforte del Cid and the Coral Monfortina. At the end of the main events, the traditional veneration of the image of the Virgin takes place.

Programme and main events

The official programme runs from the 2026 Festival Proclamation to the solemn procession on 8 September. Central events include the grand mascletà (daytime firework display), the concert by S.M. La Lira de Monforte del Cid and the Coral Monfortina, and the torchlight procession. Musical highlights also include an evening with Raphael and a performance by the Orquesta Athenas. For detailed timetables of each day, please consult the complete list in the official festival programme.

Traditional festival food

The gastronomic offer includes specialities closely linked to local and regional traditions. During the daily sessions, typical drinks known as palomas (an anise-based drink) and canarios (a local refreshing drink) are served, produced by Destilerías Monforte del Cid and Destilerías Limiñana y Botella, often accompanied by xanxullo, an original regional tapa created by local master xanxullero Agustín García from Novelda. At the popular hot chocolate gathering, Pepito de Aspe (local sweet pastries) are served, and attendees are requested to bring their own cup and spoon to reduce plastic use. The programme also features a giant paella prepared by Familia Riquelme, Arte y Arroz, and a charity community dinner for which a contribution of one kilo of non-perishable food per person is required, destined for Cáritas de Monforte del Cid.

Visitor guide and where to stay

Events are mainly concentrated around the Santuario Ntra. Sra. de Orito y San Pascual. On days with the highest attendance, it is best to use public transport or leave your vehicle outside the most crowded areas. Staying in the town itself or in nearby villages makes it easier to follow both daytime and evening events. It is recommended to plan your travel in advance and follow the logistical instructions to access the areas set up around the sanctuary square.