2025 Program Presentation
As if that were not enough, there will not be ten days of Carnival, there will be eleven
On the night of Wednesday, February 12, in the plenary hall of the City Council, the extensive program that the 2025 carnival will have was announced.
In the presentation of the program, the Councilor for Culture and Celebrations, Carmen María Mohíno, was accompanied by the outgoing Major Masks, Rafa and Mª Luisa, the incoming Berna and Esther, King of the Carnival, Serafín Delgado and the president of the Peñas del Carnaval Cultural Association, Raúl Domínguez.
The programme will soon be available in PDF format for downloading, as usual.
Eleven days of Carnival
This year, as a significant new development, there will be eleven days of activities, not ten, kicking off on Thursday, February 27th, with the Music School Concert at the Cultural Center. February 28th will mark the official start. Gloria Santoro will proclaim the festivities with her inaugural speech at the Carnival Palace, giving free rein to the town’s most emblematic festival and 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.
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Another novelty will be the mural of peñas that will be located inside the Carnival Museum. He also wanted to thank the media for their presence, as well as the companies and sponsors for their support, such as municipal workers, the Association of Clubs and the Clubs that make it up, the biggest masks, the king of the carnival and those who make the celebration of this festival possible with their effort and work.
A very complete programming
The president of the Association of Clubs, Raúl Domínguez, indicated that we have a very complete program, thanking the efforts of all the people and clubs behind these activities, asking for respect and civility during the celebration of this emblematic festival.
The “less serious” part, as always, is provided by our Carnival King, Serafín Delgado, exchanging jokes with the attendees, especially with the Major Masks. He explained that “now he’s left with nothing to do” that before, he had to travel around town twenty times to get Major Masks. Now, everything is wonderful; we already know them months in advance, and it doesn’t take much effort to convince them.
As is his custom, he asked for good weather during the Carnival celebrations, although it always needs rain to allow people to enjoy themselves during these days. He ended by inviting those who wish to eat at the meals held by the Peñas on Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday, along with a sip of wine or lemonade.
An unforgettable year
The Major Masks took over the performances. Rafa and Mª Luisa commented that for them, ‘it has been an unforgettable, magnificent year, very different from what they have experienced in other years’. They hoped that their predecessors would have at least as good a time as they did, that they would not be thirsty and would guide them on the right path. Of course, you will be sleepy and tired, but you will feel the pride of having been Major Masks of the Miguelturra Carnival.
They ended up indicating and referring to Esther and Berna, ‘You are not going to stop, there are many events, we go to all the places, but then it flies by. You have to let yourself go and enjoy, but above all we will be with you and we will have the best time possible’.
Enjoy and have a great time
Berna and Esther concluded their remarks by thanking the speakers, especially Rafa and Mª Luisa, for their support and advice. They also invited everyone to have a great time with them, telling Serafín that they were going to enjoy themselves as much as they could, even if it meant holding an umbrella. However, if possible, it would be better if the weather was good, because no matter what happens, we’d have a great time.
Berna, responded to questions from some media, indicating that ‘I am best known for my involvement in the carnival, but I am as carnival-oriented as Esther is’.
Esther concluded by indicating that she hopes to have a great time and that these days will remain in our memories forever.
PROGRAMMING
Thursday February 27
5:00 p.m.
Carnival concert by the students and teachers of the Municipal School of Music and Dance of Miguelturra.
Friday February 28
10:00 a.m.
CEIP school parade “Santísimo Cristo de la Misericordia” through Alarcos, Príncipes de España streets, Plaza Del Cristo, Cristo, Miguel Astilleros, Plaza Constitución and return along the same route.
11:00 a.m.
CEIP “Clara Campoamor” school parade through the streets of Avenida 1º de Mayo, Ramón y Cajal, Plaza de la Constitución, Plaza de España, Calle Don José Mora and Avenida 1º de Mayo.
11:30 a.m.
CEIP “El Pradillo” school parade through Ancha, Carretas, Pablo Ruiz Picasso, General Aguilera, Germán Marina, Ave María, Plaza de la Constitución, Carnaval and Ancha streets.
School parades continue
11:30 a.m.
CEIP “Benito Pérez Galdós” school parade through Juventud, Doñana, Francisco Fernández Ordóñez, Sabina, Parque Rivas Moreno and Enrique Tierno Galván streets.
12:00 p.m.
School parade “Our Lady of Mercy” through the streets of Virgin Square, Carretas, Pablo Ruiz Picasso, General Aguilera, Germán Marina, Esaú de María, and Constitution Square, where we will make a short stop. Afterwards, we will return to school through: Spanish Squarea, Carnival, Rodeo, Pablo Ruiz Picasso, Carretas and Virgin Square.
12.00 hours
CEIP “María Elena Maseras” school parade through Granátula, Bolaños, Torralba, Avenida de los Descubrimientos and Granátula streets.
12:20 to 2:00 PM
Cadena SER
Live broadcast of the program “Today in Ciudad Real” from the Carnival Museum.
8:00 p.m.
Concentration in the Plaza de España of the carnival family to receive Gloria Santoro and with the inaugural chupinazo start the 2025 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
Inaugural Proclamation
Gloria Santoro will deliver the opening speech at the Carnival Palace (CERE). After the opening speech, we will present the prize to Bernardo Ballesteros, the winner of the 2025 Carnival poster contest. 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.
After the Pregón, at the Carnival Palace (CERE), we will enjoy good live music. Free entrance.
Saturday March 1
6:00 PM
The Peñas, Major Masks, Charangas, and the essential accompaniment will gather in Spanish Square to pick up the 2025 Major Masks and then head to the Peña Los Cansaliebres headquarters on Azorín Street, where we will have a snack to recharge our batteries.
ORGANIZATION NOTE:
The entire procession accompanying the procession is requested to do so behind the Major Masks.
Organized by: Peña “Los Cansaliebres”. Collaborator: Bodegas Naranjo and Quesos Don Apolonio
9:00 PM
Proclamation of the Major Masks
At the Carnival Palace (CERE), proclamation of the Major Masks 2025, Mr. Bernardino Martínez Romero and Ms. Esther Martínez Molina . Imposition of bands, delivery of commemorative ceramics and a liquor case sponsored by “La Gaditana”.
This event will be presented by the Miguelturra Municipal Radio Station. It will be broadcast live on Miguelturra Media, which can be accessed through the municipal website www.miguelturra.es
Organized by: Peña “Los Cansaliebres”
Charanga Catapún Chinpún and Bufón
A perfect finishing touch to this first great Saturday of Carnival.
11:00 p.m.
At the Workers’ Center, performance by the Ares Trio Orchestra.
11:59 p.m.
At the Carnival Palace (CERE), dance with Orchestra and DJ until closing. Free entrance.
Sunday March 2
09:00 hours
Wake up! From the Plaza de España and through the main streets of the town, target by the Peña “El Jamón”.
Organized by: Peña “El Jamón”
10:30 a.m.
Great chocolate in the Plaza de España by the Peña “Los Maltrataos” accompanied by sweets, and later tasting of La Mancha food.
Organized by: Peña “Los Maltrataos
Collaborator: Hervás Maján Distributor and Los Santanillas Products
12:00 PM
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. Please respect these spaces. The sweets will be delivered at the end of the performance.
1:00 p.m.Children’s show at CERE. Free entrance.
During this day, the Peñas “Los Cansaliebres”, “Los Rocheros”, “Kapikua”, “Yellow Baron” and “Alhiguí” will decorate the main streets and squares of the town and offer us various dishes for tasting, accompanied by the 2025 major masks.
The clubs “Los Cansaliebres”, “Los Rocheros” and “Kapikua” will offer us delicious La Mancha gastronomy in the Doctor Fleming Park, “Los Maltrataos” in the Plaza de España and “Barón Amarillo” in the Plaza de la Constitución.
From 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Children’s workshops:
Makeup, masks, masks, ties and Indian headdresses. Location: Exhibition hall of the Carnival Museum.
Organized by: Miguelturra City Council
4:30 PM
Masked Volleyball
This afternoon, the Miguelturra ADV sports association is hosting a volleyball tournament near the CERE in Doctor Fleming Park.
Organized: ADV Miguelturra
Collaborator: Miguelturra City Council, Taberna Las Niñas, Bar La Hermana Ángela y Bar Q’Alivio
From 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Zumba Masterclass at CERE.
Organized by: Spartan Gym.
Collaborator: Miguelturra City Council
From 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Masked Party
At the Carnival Palace (CERE), Masked Guateque with JBDEEJAY. Free entrance.
Organized by: Miguelturra City Council
7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
The Street Mask is back
A gathering of street masks accompanied by the bands that will liven up the streets of our carnival throughout the day.
Organized by: Carnival Clubs Association and Miguelturra City Council
11:00 p.m.
At the Workers’ Center, performance by the New Generation Trio Orchestra.
Monday March 3
10.30 a.m.
Parade of the “Pelines” Children’s School through the streets Jacinto Benavente, Libertad, Plaza del Cristo, Cristo, Miguel Astilleros, Plaza de la Constitución, Esaú de María, Pradillo de Clavería and Parque Dr. Fleming, ending at the CERE.
12:30 p.m.
41st Frying Pan Fruit Contest
The scent of doughnuts, flowers, and wafers is in the air at the CERE, as the traditional Frying Pan Fruit contest arrives, marking its 41st edition. The “Los Rocheros” Association is in charge of the event, where they’ll be offering the contestants a taste of their sweets, soaked in a delicious lemonade.
Organized by: Peña “Los Rocheros”
The clubs continue to add color to the carnival
The party and the fun are guaranteed with the special day featuring the “El Puntillo”, “Masks Major”, “The Goat” and “Cultural Athenaeum” peñas. Their brass bands will liven up the town’s main streets and squares.
The “El Puntillo” and “Major Masks” Peñas will offer delicious food in Doctor Fleming Park. “The Goat” will be in the Pradillo de Clavería tent.
12:20 to 2:00 PM
Onda Cero
Live broadcast of the program “More than one Ciudad Real” from the Carnival Museum.
From 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Children’s workshops: makeup, our sardine, monstrous hats, masks and masks. Location: Exhibition hall of the Carnival Museum.
Organized by: Miguelturra City Council
4:30 PM
“Leaving a Mark” Contest
Venue: CERE (Carnival Palace).
Organized by: “Kapikua” Peña
Sponsors: Miguelturra City Council, Didi Dog Grooming and Simbiosis
From 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Retiree shift
At the Carnival Palace (CERE), dance and snack for retirees with Carmen Lorente. Free entrance.
Organized by: Miguelturra City Council
From 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Carnival photocall in the vicinity of the Municipal Market.
Organized by: Miguelturra City Council
7:30 PM
Large gathering of Street Masks.
We’ll meet at Spanish Square and the entire carnival family will walk through the most emblematic streets of our carnival. We’ll be accompanied by the brass bands and showcase the essence of street masks.
Later, around 9:30 p.m., at their headquarters in Pradillo de Clavería Square, the “Los Rocheros” and “Los Cansaliebres” Peña will offer us a snack to recharge our batteries before continuing the fun.
Organized by: Peña Los Rocheros and Cansaliebres.
Supported by: Miguelturra City Council and Dulce Almacén
Good music to keep the party going
9:00 p.m.
At the Carnival Palace (CERE), Disco Light Carnavalera for those under 18 years of age with DJs.
11:00 p.m.
Performance by the Trio Stylo Orchestra and VII Street Mask Contest at the Centro Obrero
11:59 p.m.
At the Carnival Palace (CERE), DJs perform until closing.
Tuesday March 4
Today is the most significant day of our traditional Carnival. Today you will 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 clubs and bands will add color to the streets
It is the monographic day of the Peñas “El Bufón”, “El Jamón”, “Los Fregquísimos”, “Los Segadores”, “L@s Spartan@s” and “Herederos de Loquilandia” who will set the streets with their brass bands.
The “L@s Spartan@s”, “Los Fregquísimos” and “Heirs of Loquilandia” Peñas will offer delicious cuisine in Doctor Fleming Park. The “El Jamón” and “Los Segadores” Peñas will be 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.
12:30 p.m.
3rd Annual Carnival Ambassadors Awards 2025
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 charity stew near Doctor Fleming Park to benefit AFANION.
Organized by: Yellow Baron Peña
Collaborated by: Miguelturra City Council
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
Gathering of Peñas and Street Masks
In Spanish Square, a gathering will take place to parade through the most iconic streets of our carnival. Banners will add color to the streets, accompanied by brass bands.
Organized by: Association of Peñas
Collaboration: Miguelturra City Council
La Peña “El Bufón” will offer Fruit in a Sartén on Carnaval Street to taste
7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Carnival photo booth at the Municipal Market.
Organized by: Miguelturra City Council
The traditional dances of Shrove Tuesday
11:00 p.m.
At the Workers’ Center, performance by the Yesvi Trio Orchestra.
11:59 p.m.
At the Carnival Palace (CERE) dance with the Orchestra and then DJ until closing. Free admission.
Wednesday March 5
5:00 PM
Burial of the Sardine
The moment arrives when Don Carnal must give way to Lady Lent.
The funeral procession will gather near the Bar Ganadero. As tradition dictates, they will process with great sorrow through the streets: Toledillo, Tercia, Pradillo de Clavería, Lentejuela, Ciruela, General Aguilera, Germán Marina, Esaú de María, Constitution Square, Spain Square, Carnival, ending on Rodeo Street. At the corner of El Ramo Street, the ill-fated sardine will be burned.
Tastings to forget your sorrows
Later, the public who wishes will be able to taste the sardines at the Peña “La Cabra” booth in Pradillo de Clavería. They can do so, accompanied by a good glass of lemonade.
Organized by: Peña “La Cabra”
Collaborate: Civil Protection
Thursday March 6
From 6:00 p.m.
Children’s Day, 50% off all attractions.
8:30 PM
12th Your Mask Sounds Familiar Contest
If anything characterizes these days, it’s humor and originality, which once again go hand in hand to celebrate this new edition of this competition organized each year by the “El Puntillo” peña. Performances will transport us to the best musical venues.
Once again, this event will be presented by the Miguelturra Municipal Radio Station and will be broadcast live on the municipal website www.miguelturra.es
Venue: Exhibition and Stage Performance Center / CERE / Carnival Palace / Doctor Fleming Square
Organized by: Peña “El Puntillo”
Sponsored by: Miguelturra City Council, MyPaper, Fegopan, Taskarnaval Tavern, Spartan Gym and Electro Chaplin
Friday March 7
Fair without noise to facilitate the inclusion of people with sensory sensitivity.
Imagination, ingenuity and creativity will give 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”.
9:00 p.m.
Presentation of the prizes of the IX Carnival Window Contest and then the XXXIX “Carnival Museum” Costume Contest and the XLI “Chirigotas y Comparsas” Contest.
This event will be presented by the Municipal Radio Miguelturra Station and will be broadcast live through the municipal web portal www.miguelturra.es
Sponsored by: “Certrade” Azulejos y Pavimentos, Grupo Novelec, Aquilice Cocinas, Peña los Cansaliebres, Nissan Kento Motor and ITV Miguelturra
Saturday March 8
5:00 PM
14th “La Churriega” Masked Race and 8M Commemoration
The Miguelturra Long Distance Running Association, in collaboration with the Department of Equality, invites us to this healthy and fun initiative, allowing everyone to take part in this route at their own pace, accompanied by the Kata Pum Chinpum band.
The route will be a 1,500-meter closed circuit with a controlled speed. It will run through Constitution Square, Cervantes Street, Pradillo de Clavería, Tercia Street, Juan de Ávila Street, Doctor Fleming Square, Pradillo de Clavería Street, Spain Square, Constitution Square, Tercia Street, Juan de Ávila Street, and Doctor Fleming Park. We will end up near the entrance to the CERE.
Chocolate and pastries
At the end of the race, participants will be able to enjoy hot chocolate and pastries at the CERE. Thanks to the collaboration of the Nuestra Señora de la Estrella Widows Association.
Giveaways
The Mírame fashion store will raffle off two €30 vouchers to be redeemed at its store. The Mª José Espadas Hair Salon will raffle off a €30 voucher for a restorative treatment and hairstyling. After the race, a Zumba Fitness workshop will be led by instructor Nuria Sánchez.
The Charanga “El Ahiguí” will be in charge of putting the finishing touch to the afternoon and evening this Saturday through the most central streets of the Carnival.
9:30 p.m.
IX Miguelturra Drag Queen Contest.
Place: Carnival Palace (CERE). Free entrance.
Organized by: Peña El Puntillo
Sponsored by: Miguelturra City Council, ITV Ciudad Real and Dibaocar, SL
Good music to close the last night of carnival
11:00 p.m.
At the Workers’ Center, performance by the Trío Galaxy Orchestra
11:59 p.m.
At the Carnival Palace (CERE) party with DJs.
Sunday March 9
4:00 p.m.
XLV National Contest “Piñata Sunday”
Collaboration: Miguelturra Civil Protection
It will be broadcast live through the municipal web portal www.miguelturra.es
