{
  "id": 16330455,
  "title": "Elche Medieval Festival brings three weeks of music, theatre and tradition",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/24/elche-medieval-festival-brings-three-weeks-of-music-theatre-and",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-24T13:47:32.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Euro Weekly News",
    "slug": "euro-weekly-news",
    "url": "https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/10/24/elche-medieval-festival-brings-three-weeks-of-music-theatre-and-tradition/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Elche, Spain will transport itself back to the Middle Ages for its 31st annual Medieval Festival, a vibrant three-week celebration from October 23 to November 8. The festival, themed Terra Regnum, will transform the historic city centre with a rich lineup of music, theatre, street entertainment, and traditional celebrations.\n\nHighlights include the renowned Misteri d’Elx, a major Medieval Market, and performances by various groups across the city. The festival opens on October 23 with Spinish Circo's Flamen al carrer, followed by Quimera by FAM Teatre on October 24. The Elche Symphony Band will perform on October 25, adding to the cultural festivities.\n\nThroughout the festival, audiences can enjoy the city's iconic traditions alongside the main events. The Misteri d’Elx, a significant religious play, will be performed on November 1, with La Vespra at 10:00 AM and La Festa at 5:00 PM. Blanca Paloma, a popular Elche singer, will also contribute to the festival, performing on October 30.\n\nA major attraction is the Medieval Market, which will take place from November 5 to 8. The market spreads across Plaza de Baix, neighbouring streets, and the Glorieta, providing a unique shopping and cultural experience for visitors. Last year, the market saw over 200,000 visitors, making it one of the festival's biggest draws.\n\nThe festival's poster, designed by local artist Vicente Javier Poveda, celebrates the women of Elche, particularly its traditional shoe workers, drawing a connection between the historic theme and the city's recent social and industrial heritage. Full program details can be found on festivalmedieval.com.",
  "summary": "Elche will step back into the Middle Ages this autumn as its 31st Medieval Festival brings more than two weeks […]",
  "key_points": [
    "Elche Medieval Festival runs from October 23 to November 8",
    "Includes music, theatre, street entertainment, and traditional celebrations",
    "Medieval Market attracts over 200,000 visitors annually"
  ],
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}