The official presentation of the festivities will take place on Saturday, May 9 at 9:30 PM. During this event, the Agrupación Artístico-Musical Santa Bàrbara de Piles will parade through the town's streets to gather the festival committees. Awards for the festival book cover and the 3rd Moors and Christians Association Poster Contest will also be presented.
“"Ours are unique festivities that maintain their essence and are, without a doubt, the richness of our identity as a town. A clear example of what we are: a lively and welcoming town that grows with enthusiasm and joy, that respects its past, its history and its traditions and that faces its future with modernity."
The program will include the Moors and Christians days, from May 15 to 17, with the festive proclamation and the Grand Gala Parade, which this year will incorporate a squad competition. On May 18, the Night of the Elderly will be held, a tribute to the involvement of older people in the town's life.
“"We invite everyone to enjoy the festivities intensely but also with respect, coexistence, and harmony. A great effort has been made in preparing recreational, cultural, and religious activities with much enthusiasm and affection for all ages, thinking of every person who is part of the town."
The main days of the festivities will be from May 20 to 23. May 20 will be dedicated to the patron saint, Saint Philip Neri; May 21 to the Virgin of Carmen; May 22 to the Most Holy Christ of Agony; and May 23 to the Youth Festival. All festival committees and local groups will actively participate in the celebration.
