Romería al Cerro Jabalcón
Worshippers and visitors trek together up the hillside. Along the way, there are prayers and songs. Those who reach the summit see the view over Zújar as worshipers bring the statue to the hermitage.
~12:00
Moors, Christians and Devils Festival of Zújar
Fiestas de Moros, Cristianos y Diablos de Zújar
Zújar, Spain
Apr 25 - 28, 2026ConfirmedSource
Each late April, the mountain town of Zújar adds a twist to the old pageant with its Moors, Christians, and Devils. Costumed companies and a band of "Diablos" fill the streets in honor of Nuestra Señora de la Cabeza, in a celebration that is the pride and curiosity of this Granada highland town.
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Grand Parade of Moros, Cristianos y Diablos
Crowds line the streets as the procession passes. It is a vibrant spectacle of color and music. Devotees dance and play drums, while the atavistic devil costumes thrill onlookers. It is considered one of the festival’s most photo-worthy events.
~17:00
Where it happens
Plaza Mayor
Zújar, Spain
Open in MapsHow to show up well
Dress for the setting
Comfortable hiking shoes (for the romería)
Read the local rhythm
Warm jacket (evening mountain temperatures)
Arrive before peak flow
Participants should follow the designated route for the procession. Visitors are free to jo...
Practical notes
Crowds & timing
Crowd level: high.
Tickets
Free events are available.
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Moors, Christians and Devils Festival of Zújar
Fiestas de Moros, Cristianos y Diablos de Zújar
Zújar, Spain
Each late April, the mountain town of Zújar adds a twist to the old pageant with its Moors, Christians, and Devils. Costumed companies and a band of "Diablos" fill the streets in honor of Nuestra Señora de la Cabeza, in a celebration that is the pride and curiosity of this Granada highland town.
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Apr 25 - 28, 2026Confirmed dates
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About Moors, Christians and Devils Festival of Zújar
In this mountain town, the festival is a source of deep pride and tourist curiosity alike. The town council’s literature invites visitors to “sumergirse en la magia centenaria” of the pilgrimage, highlighting communal identity through faith and festival. The presence of devil costumes (an innovation vs. neighboring towns) reflects Zújar’s own flair. The event is integrated with a religious cycle: masses are held daily at the Iglesia de la Anunciación, and...
Show respect during religious moments (e.g., the mountain mass and procession of the statue). Maintain distance from dancers and fireworks. Refrain from taking offensive novelty actions with “dia de muertos” imagery.
What visitors should understand
Attendance can be appropriate while active documentation is not. Let local boundaries define your role.
What not to do
unrestricted
Observation may be enough
Some celebrations are best approached quietly: arrive prepared, follow posted rules, and leave without turning the moment into content.
The story behind it
In this mountain town, the festival is a source of deep pride and tourist curiosity alike. The town council’s literature invites visitors to “sumergirse en la magia centenaria” of the pilgrimage, highlighting communal identity through faith and festival. The presence of devil costumes (an innovation vs. neighboring towns) reflects Zújar’s own flair. The event is integrated with a religious cycle: masses are held daily at the...
Key moments to know
~12:00Expected
Romería al Cerro Jabalcón
Worshippers and visitors trek together up the hillside. Along the way, there are prayers and songs. Those who reach the summit see the view over Zújar as worshipers bring the statue to the hermitage.
~17:00Expected
Grand Parade of Moros, Cristianos y Diablos
Crowds line the streets as the procession passes. It is a vibrant spectacle of color and music. Devotees dance and play drums, while the atavistic devil costumes thrill onlookers. It is considered one of the festival’s most photo-worthy events.
How to show up well
respectful presence
Dress for the setting
Comfortable hiking shoes (for the romería)
Read the local rhythm
Warm jacket (evening mountain temperatures)
Arrive before peak flow
Participants should follow the designated route for the procession. Visitors are free to join any public march...
Respect local boundaries
Show respect during religious moments (e.g., the mountain mass and procession of the statue). Maintain distance...
Essentials at a glance
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Apr 25 - 28, 2026
Confirmed
City / Area
Zújar
Andalusia
Cost
Free public events available
Good for
Families welcome
Very High visitor welcome
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