February 6 to 17 Carnival in Jumilla

A circus show, parades and musical parties in Jumilla to celebrate Carnival

The program has been confirmed for the 2026 Carnival celebrations in Jumilla, which fall earlier than in previous years, providing fun and entertainment for all the family as the town prepares to begin Lent prior to its renowned Easter Week processions.

The program includes the following events between 6th and 17th February 2026:

Friday February 6

20.00: The opening of the exhibition “¿A que no me conoces?” at the Ethnography and Natural Science museum: click here for further details.

Friday February 13

20.00: A Carnival gala at the Teatro Vico, including the opening speech for the upcoming festivities. Click here for further details.

Saturday February 14

13.30: A Crazy Hat competition organized by the residents of the village of La Alquería in Plaza Pedro Cutillas.

17.00: The main Carnival parade begins, starting in Calle Calvario and proceeding along Calle Cura Abellán, Calle Cánovas del Castillo, Calle Pasos, Calle Valencia and Avenida Reyes Católicos before ending in Paseo Poeta Lorenzo Guardiola.

18.00: A party night begins in the Paseo Poeta Lorenzo Guardiola, lasting until 6.00 in the morning (for those who have the stamina!).

Sunday February 15

18.00: The parade of El Tío del Higuico begins in the Jardín de las Ranas, proceeding along Calle Cánocas del Castillo to the Teatro Vico.

19.00: The comic musical group of Los Fundeplomos perform at the Teatro Vico.

Monday February 16

12.00: The schoolchildren’s parade, starting in Calle Trabajo and ending in Paseo Poeta Lorenzo Guardiola.

20.00: A presentation on the Carnival celebrations in Jumilla at the Ethnography and Natural Science museum.

Tuesday February 17

18.00: EL Reventón, the final blow-out of Carnival in the Jardín de las Ranas, featuring food, drink, live music and, of course, masks!

For more local news, events and visiting information please contact the tourist office (telephone 968 780237, email oficinaturismo@jumilla.org) or go to the home page of Jumilla Today.