Presentation Programme 2024
All activities for Carnival 2024 now known
On the evening of Thursday 25th January, the extensive programme for Carnival 2024 was unveiled in the Town Hall plenary hall.
At the presentation of the programme, the Councillor for Culture and Festivities, Carmen María Mohíno, was accompanied by the outgoing and incoming Major Masks, as well as the president of the Carnival Peñas Cultural Association, Raúl Domínguez.
The program will soon be available for download in PDF format, as usual.
This year, Carnival kicks off very early on February 9th. Javier Ruiz will deliver the opening speech at the Carnival Palace and kick off the town’s most emblematic festival with its quintessential figure, the Street Mask.
Mohíno has outlined all the activities that will take place over these intense ten days. The program maintains the structure of events from previous years, many of them well-established. The most important new features are the increase in the number of prizes in the National Contest of Piñata Sunday and the change of route, which will be the reverse of previous years.
Another important new feature announced by the president of the Cultural Association of Peñas is the possibility for mothers and fathers to access the CERE on the day of the children’s carnival. They will be able to do so in a designated area separate from the children.
The major masks close the presentation
The presentation concluded with speeches by the outgoing and incoming major masks. They invited everyone to participate in these festivities, enjoy them, and have a great time, hoping the weather is good and the rain doesn’t make an appearance.
PROGRAMMING
Friday 9 February
School parades
10:00 a.m.
CEIP “Most Holy Christ of Mercy” through the streets of Alarcos, Princes of Spain, Christ Square, Christ, Miguel Astilleros, Constitution Square and return along the same route.
11:00 a.m.
CEIP “Clara Campoamor” on the streets of 1st May Avenue, Ramón y Cajal, Constitution Square, Spain Square, Don José Mora Street and 1st May Avenue.
11:30 a.m.
CEIP “El Pradillo” on the streets Ancha, Carretas, Pablo Ruiz Picasso, General Aguilera, German Marina, Ave Maria, Constitution Square, Carnival and Ancha.
Schools continue celebrating the start of Carnival
12:00 p.m.
“Our Lady of Mercy” along the streets of Virgin Square, Carretas, Pablo Ruiz Picasso, General Aguilera, Germán Marina, Esaú de María and Constitution Square, where we will make a brief stop. We will then return to the school via: Spain Square, Carnival, Rodeo, Pablo Ruiz Picasso, Carretas and Virgin Square.
12:00 p.m.
CEIP “Benito Pérez Galdós” on the streets of Juventud, Doñana, Francisco Fernández Ordóñez, Sabina, Rivas Moreno Park and Enrique Tierno Galván
12:20 to 2:00 PM
Radio broadcasts are a must during our Carnival. They begin with the live broadcast of the program “Today in Ciudad Real” on Cadena SER from the Carnival Museum.
8:00 PM
Inaugural Proclamation
Concentration in the Spain Square of the carnival family to receive Javier Ruiz and with the inaugural chupinazo start the 2024 Carnivals. Together we will travel through Constitution Square, Esaú de María streets, Pradillo de Clavería and Doctor Fleming Park to visit the Carnival Museum at the CERE.
9:00 PM
At the Carnival Palace (CERE), opening speech by Javier Ruiz. Once the proclamation is over, we will present the prize to the winner of the Carnival 2024 poster contest, Bernardo Ballesteros. A case of liquor sponsored by “La Gaditana” and this year’s commemorative ceramics will also be presented.
This event will be presented by the Miguelturra Municipal Radio Station and broadcast live on the municipal website www.miguelturra.es
Organized by: “Peña Los Segadores
Charanga Alhiguí.
The first night of carnival will end with a good rhythm
After the Pregón, at the Carnival Palace (CERE), we will enjoy “The Big Move” with versions from the 80’s and 90’s. Free entrance.
Saturday February 10
6:00 PM
The groups, major mask and charangas (bands) gather in Spanish Square. We will pick up the 2024 major mask and then head to the Peña Los Cansaliebres headquarters on Azorín Street, where we will have a snack.
NOTE FROM THE ORGANIZATION: All accompanying groups are requested to follow the major mask.
Organized by: Peña “Los Cansaliebres”. Collaborators: Naranjo Wineries and Don Apolonio Cheeses.
9:00 PM
Proclamation of the Major Masks
At the Carnival Palace (CERE), proclamation of the Major Masks 2024, Mr. Rafael Gómez y Mrs. María Luisa Ocaña. Imposition of the traditional bands, presentation of commemorative ceramics, and a case of liquor sponsored by “La Gaditana.”
This event will be presented by the Municipal Radio Miguelturra Station and will be broadcast live through the municipal web portal www.miguelturra.es
Organized by: Peña “Los Cansaliebres”
Charanga Catapún Chinpún y Alhiguí
The dances put the finishing touch to the first Saturday of Carnival.
11:00 PM
At the Centro Obrero, performance by the San Francisco Trio Orchestra.
11:59 PM
At the Carnival Palace (CERE), performance by the La Sombra Orchestra and DJs. Free entrance.
Sunday February 11
9:00 AM
From Spanish Square, Diana by the “The Ham” Peña.
Organized by: Peña “El Jamón”
10:30 a.m.
A big hot chocolate party in the Spanish Square hosted by the “Los Maltrataos” peña, accompanied by sweets. At noon, we’ll be treated to exquisite Manchegan cuisine.
Organized by: Peña “Los Maltrataos
Collaboration: Codan Pastry and Hervás Maján Distributor
12:00 p.m.
Children’s Parade.
Gathering at Constitution Square, continuing along Esaú de María, Germán Marina, Carnival, Rodeo, San Martín, and Doctor Fleming Park streets until reaching the Carnival Palace (CERE).
Organized: Peña “El Bufón” | Charanga “El Bufón”
Collaborator: Protección Civil
ORGANIZATION NOTE:
The parade is for children. Accompanying persons are OBLIGATORY asked to wear a costume and without interfering with the parade.. Within the CERE there will be a designated area for children and another for family members who wish to accompany minors. The sweets will be delivered at the end of the performance.
1:00 PM
Children’s musical show “Paula at the Carnival” at the CERE.
By the Expresarte cultural association. Free entrance.
The peñas will provide the atmosphere for the most family-friendly day of the carnival.
During this day, the “Los Cansaliebres”, “Los Rocheros”, “Kapikua”, “L@s Spart@ns”, “Yellow Baron” and “Alhiguí” groups will liven up the town’s main streets and squares. They will also offer various dishes for sampling, accompanied by the 2024 senior masks.
The “Los Cansaliebres”, “Los Rocheros”, “Kapikua” and “L@s Spart@ns” peñas will offer delicious La Mancha cuisine in Doctor Fleming Park. “Los Maltrataos” will perform in Spanish Square, and “Yellow Baron” will perform in Constitution Square.
From 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Children’s workshops.
Location: Exhibition Hall of the Carnival Museum.
Organized by: Miguelturra City Council
4:30 p.m.
Masked Volleyball.
This afternoon, the Miguelturra ADV sports association is hosting a volleyball tournament near the CERE in Doctor Fleming Park.
Organized by: ADV Miguelturra and Miguelturra City Council
From 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Zumba Masterclass at CERE.
Organized by: Spartan Gym. Collaboration: Miguelturra City Council
From 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
At the Carnival Palace (CERE), masked Guateque. 60s – 70s. Free entrance.
Organized by: Miguelturra City Council and Association of Retirees and Pensioners of Miguelturra
7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Street Mask Gathering
The Street Masks return to the streets to fill the carnival with joy. Throughout the day, the brass bands will liven up the most central streets of our town.
Organized by: Carnival Peñas Association and Miguelturra City Council
11:00 PM
At the Centro Obrero, performance by the Trio Galaxy Orchestra.
Monday February 12
11:00 a.m.
Parade by the “Pelines” Infant School through José Echegaray, Jacinto Benavente, Freedom, Christ Square, Christ, Miguel Astilleros, Constitution Square, Esaú de María, Pradillo de Clavería and Dr. Fleming Park, ending at the CERE (Center for the Performing Arts).
12:30 p.m.
40th Frying Pan Fruit Contest.
The CERE smells of doughnuts, flowers, and wafers… because the traditional Frying Pan Fruit contest is coming. This year’s competition marks the 40th edition. The “Los Rocheros” group is in charge of the event. Once these delicious treats have been judged by the jury, we’ll be able to taste them and soak them in the lemonade prepared by the legendary carnival-goer “Octavio.”
Organized by: Peña “Los Rocheros”
The peñas and the charangas give color to the carnival
The party and the joke are guaranteed with the monographic day of the Peñas “El Puntillo”, “Máscaras Mayores”, “La Cabra” and “Ateneo Cultural”, which will provide us with the atmosphere of the main streets and squares of the town.
The Peñas “El Puntillo”, “Máscaras Mayores” will offer us delicious gastronomy in the Doctor Fleming Park and “La Cabra” in the Pradillo de Clavería tent.
12:20 to 2:00 p.m.
Live broadcast of the Onda Cero program “Más de uno Ciudad Real” from the Carnival Museum.
From 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Children’s workshops.
Location: Exhibition Hall of the Carnival Museum.
Organized by: Miguelturra City Council
4:30 p.m.
“Leaving a Trace” contest. Celebration Venue: CERE (Carnival Palace).
Organized by: Peña “Kapikua”
Sponsored by: Miguelturra City Council, Didi Canine Hair Salon and Simbiosis
From 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM
Carnival Photocall near the Municipal Market.
Collaboration: RAW Photography Collective
7:30 PM
Large gathering of Street Masks
The carnival family will gather in Spanish Square to walk through the most emblematic streets of our carnival, accompanied by the brass bands and to showcase the essence of street masks.
Later, around 9:30 p.m., at their headquarters in Plaza Pradillo de Clavería, the “Los Rocheros” and “Los Cansaliebres” groups will offer us a snack to recharge our batteries before continuing the fun..
Organized by: Peña Los Rocheros and Cansaliebres.
Collaborator: Miguelturra City Council
Music for the evening of the first Sunday of Carnival
8:00 PM
At the Carnival Palace (CERE), Carnival Light Disco for under 18s with DJs.
11:00 PM
Performance by the Grupo Samil Orchestra and the 6th Street Mask Competition at the Centro Obrero.
11:59 p.m.
At the Carnival Palace (CERE), DJs perform until closing.
Tuesday February 13
Today is the most significant day of our traditional Carnival, and we’ll undoubtedly hear the most typical phrase of these days: Don’t you know me?
The street mask, the genuine and authentic Churriega mask, once again invades the streets and corners of the town.
The peñas and charangas accompany the Street Mask.
It is the monographic day of the Peñas “El Bufón”, “El Jamón”, “Los Fregquísimos”, “Los Segadores” and “Herederos de Loquilandia” who will set the streets with their brass bands.
The “Los Fregquísimos” and “Herederos de Loquilandia” peñas will offer delicious cuisine in Doctor Fleming Park. “The Ham” and “The Reapers” will do so in Constitution Square.
11:00 a.m.
Coleta Nursery School Parade
They will walk along Evita Perón Street, First of May Avenue, Ramón Cajal Street, and Constitution Square.
From 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.
Children’s workshops. Location: CERE
Organized by: Miguelturra City Council
12:30 p.m.
2nd Annual Carnival Ambassadors Awards 2024.
Presentation of the distinction of the “Alhiguí de Honor” in the Local, Regional and National categories. Place: Exhibition hall (CERE).
This event will be presented by the Municipal Radio Miguelturra Station and will be broadcast live through the municipal web portal www.miguelturra.es
Organized and Sponsored by Miguelturra City Council
From 12:50 to 1:30 p.m. and from 1:50 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Live broadcast of “La Mañana de Cope Ciudad Real” from the Carnival Museum.
2:00 PM
Large solidarity stew
It will be held near Doctor Fleming Park and will benefit the AECC (Association of the Association of Cultural Workers).
Organized by: Miguelturra City Council
Collaborator: Yellow Baron Peña
From 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Popular games and snack. Location: Near CERE.
Organized by: Heirs of Loquilandia
7:30 PM
Second Gathering of Local Peñas in spanish Square
Afterwards, they will walk through the most emblematic streets of our carnival accompanied by the brass bands.
Organized by: Association of Peñas
Collaborated by: Miguelturra City Council and Dulce Almacén
The “El Bufón” Peña will offer pan-fried fruit for tasting on Carnaval Street.
7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Carnival photo booth at the Municipal Market.
Organized and Sponsored by Miguelturra City Council
The traditional dances of Shrove Tuesday
11:00 p.m.
At the Workers’ Center, performance by the New Generation Trio Orchestra.
11:59 PM
At the Carnival Palace (CERE), dancing with the SONITAL Orchestra followed by DJs.
Wednesday February 14
5:00 PM
“Burial of the Sardine”
The moment has arrived for Don Carnal to give way to Lady Lent.
As tradition dictates, the funeral procession will gather near the Bar Ganadero. Afterward, they will mournfully march through Toledillo, Tercia, Pradillo de Clavería, Lentejuela, Ciruela, General Aguilera, Germán Marina, Esaú de María, Constitution Square, Spain Square, Carnival streets, ending on Rodeo Street.
With great regret and sorrow, the sardine will be burned at the corner of El Ramo Street.
Once our beloved sardine has been incinerated, those who wish to do so will be able to enjoy some delicious sardines and a delicious lemonade at the “The Goat” Peña booth in Pradillo de Clavería.
Organized by: “The Goat” Peña
Thursday February 15
From 6:00 p.m.
Children’s Day, 50% off all attractions.
8:30 PM
11th Your Mask Sounds Familiar Contest.
If there’s one thing that defines these days, it’s humor and originality. Once again, they’ll go hand in hand to celebrate this year’s competition, organized by the “El Puntillo” peña, with performances that will transport us to the best musical venues.
This event will be presented by the Miguelturra Municipal Radio Station and will also be broadcast live on the municipal website www.miguelturra.es
Venue: Exhibition and Stage Performance Center / CERE / Carnival Palace / Doctor Fleming Square.
Organized by: “El Puntillo” Association
Sponsors: Miguelturra City Council, MyPaper, Fegopan, and Electro Chaplin
Friday February 16
Fair without noise to facilitate the inclusion of people with sensory sensitivity.
21:00 hrs
Imagination, ingenuity, and creativity are here to add a touch of elegance and distinction to this carnival night. All of this can be seen with the “Carnival Museum Costume Contest” and the “Murgas and Chirigotas Contest”.
Two of the most traditional competitions
Once the awards ceremony for the 8th Carnival Window Display Competition has concluded, the 38th “Carnival Museum” Costume Competition will begin. The 40th “Chirigotas y Comparsas” Competition will be held with humor and playfulness.
Once again, this event will be presented by the Miguelturra Municipal Radio Station and broadcast live on the municipal website www.miguelturra.es
Sponsored by: “Certrade” Azulejos y Pavimentos, Novelec Group, Aquilice Cocinas, Distri Sacra and Miguelturra City Council
Saturday February 17
5:00 p.m.
XIII Mask Race “La Churriega”
The Miguelturra Fondistas sports association, in collaboration with the youth department, invites us to this healthy and fun initiative so that everyone, at their own pace, can take this tour enlivened by the Kata Pum Chinpum brass band.
As usual, the route will be a 1,500-meter closed circuit with a controlled speed. The start will be at Constitution Square, continuing along Cervantes Street, Pradillo de Clavería, Tercia Street, Juan de Ávila Street, Doctor Fleming Square, Pradillo de Clavería, Spanish Square, Constitution Square, Tercia Street, Juan de Ávila Street, and Doctor Fleming Park. We will finish near the entrance to the CERE (Center for the Regeneration of the Spanish Nationalist Movement)
Delicious sweets to replenish your strength
At the end of this unique race, participants will be able to enjoy hot chocolate and pastries at the CERE. Once again, thanks to the collaboration of the Nuestra Señora de la Estrella Widows Association.
The “El Ahiguí” Charanga will be in charge of putting the finishing touch to this Saturday afternoon and evening through the most traditional streets of Carnival.
9:30 p.m.
VIII Miguelturra Drag Queen Contest
Place: Carnival Palace (CERE). Free entrance.
Organized by: Peña El Puntillo
Sponsored by: Miguelturra City Council
11:00 PM
At the Centro Obrero, performance by the New Generation Trio Orchestra
11:59 PM
At the Carnival Palace (CERE), performance by the Pentagrama Orchestra and DJs.
Sunday February 18
4:00 PM
44th National “Piñata Sunday” Contest
Collaboration: Miguelturra Civil Protection
It will be broadcast live through the municipal web portal www.miguelturra.es
