Javea Festival 2024 Guide
See our complete guide to the Javea Fiestas in 2024. It features the full programme of festival activities this year in Javea, with dates and where it will be located. See local Javea events including Moors and Christians, live music festivals, pilgrimages, and more.
| Festival | When | Where |
| Semana Santa / Easter | Easter 2024 | All over Javea |
| Jesus Nazareno | April-May 2024 | All over Javea |
| Moors & Christians | July 2024 | All over Javea |
| “Xabia Folk” Folk Festival | April / May 2024 | All over Javea |
| Montgorock Xàbia Festival | June 2024 | Arenal Beach – Canal de la Fontana |
| Fogueres de Sant Joan / San Juan | June 2024 | All over Javea |
| Javea International Festival (read guide) | July 2024 | Javea Port |
| “El Ajedrez Viviente” – Living Chess | July 2024 | Javea Port |
| Virgen de los Angeles | August 2024 | Monastery La Mare de Déu dels Àngeles. |
| Jazz Festival | August 2024 | Javea Old Town – Plaza de la Constitucion |
| Portitxol | August 2024 | Portixol, Javea |
| Mare de Déu de Loreto | August/September 2024 | Javea Port |
| Pilgrimage to Ermita del Pòpul | September 2024 | Ermita del Pòpul in Javea |
| Día de la Comunidad Valenciana | October 2024 | n/a |
| Octoberfest | October 2024 | TBC |
| Santa Llucía | December 2024 | Javea Old Town |
Semana Santa / Easter (Easter 2024)
Date: 24th March – 30th March 2024
Location: All over Javea
Description: Semana Santa is the holy week with solemn processions depicting “The Passion of Christ,” reflecting deep-rooted religious traditions and celebrations.
Jesus Nazareno (April-May 2024)
Date: April-May 2024
Location: All over Javea
Description: This festival involves processions honouring Jesus Nazareno, marked by deep devotion and communal gatherings.
Moors & Christians (July 2024)
Date: July 2024
Location: All over Javea
Description: A spectacular reenactment of historical clashes between Moors and Christians, featuring vibrant costumes and parades.
“Xabia Folk” Folk Festival (April/May 2024)
Date: 26th April 2024 – 12th May 2024
Location: All over Javea
Description: Celebrate folk music with performances from local and international artists such as Krama, Pep Lopez and Acetre all over Javea. Details are contained in the announcement above!
Montgorock Xàbia Festival (June 2024)
Date: June 2024
Location: Arenal Beach – Canal de la Fontana
Description: A music festival by the beach, featuring rock bands and a lively atmosphere.
Fogueres de Sant Joan / San Juan (June 2024)
Date: June 2024
Location: All over Javea
Description: San Juan marks the summer solstice with bonfires, fireworks, beach festivities, music and dancing in a vibrant and colourful celebration.
International Festival (July 2024)
Date: July 2024 (July 4, 5 and 6 in 2024)
Location: Javea Port (outside the Instituto IES no. 1 school on the Avenida de Augusta)
Description: Every year, Javea celebrates the local international community. Free to enter, and you’ll find dedicated country tents filled with their traditional food and drinks (need to pay for), live music, culture, entertainment and much more.
More info: See my Javea International Festival guide for all the details!
It’s a fun vibe and a must-visit if you’re in the Javea area during the International Festival!
El Ajedrez Viviente – Living Chess (July 2024)
Date: July 2024
Location: Javea Port
Description: A unique event where children reenact a chess game with historical themes, combining education with entertainment.
Virgen de los Angeles (August 2024)
Date: August 2024
Location: Monastery La Mare de Déu dels Àngeles
Description: A religious celebration at the local monastery with traditional rituals and community involvement.
Jazz Festival (August 2024)
Date: August 2024
Location: Javea Old Town – Plaza de la Constitucion
Description: Enjoy soulful jazz performances in the historic heart of Javea, featuring talented musicians from around the world.
Portitxol (August 2024)
Date: August 2024
Location: Portixol, Javea
Description: A local fiesta known for its traditional dances, music, and seaside festivities.
Mare de Déu de Loreto (August/September 2024)
Date: End of August 2024 – beginning of September 2024
Location: Javea Port
Description: This festival is a celebration in honour of the patron saint of the sea held every year in Javea, Spain. There will be parades, bull-running, discomobils and even more throughout the week.
Pilgrimage to Ermita del Pòpul (September 2024)
Date: September 2024
Location: Ermita del Pòpul in Javea
Description: A spiritual journey to a local Ermita del Popul in honour of the Virgen de Loreto.
Día de la Comunidad Valenciana (October 2024)
Date: 9th October 2024
Location: Not specified
Description: A public bank holiday for Valencia. The Día de la Comunidad Valenciana celebrates the historical commemoration of the date 1238 when King James created the Kingdom of Valencia in 1238. There are typically few celebrations on this day.
Octoberfest (October 2024)
Date: October 2024
Location: To be confirmed
Description: Embrace Bavarian culture with beer, music, and festive cheer in this German-inspired festival.
Santa Llucía (December 2024)
Date: December 12th / 13th, 2024
Location: Javea Old Town
Description: Join the local community in honouring Saint Lucia with an informal parade led by a local band, and a pilgrimage to the chapel.
