Mojácar's "Aguinaldo" fills the village streets with music, tradition and christmas spirit

Mojácar Pueblo enjoyed one of its best loved Christmas events yesterday with the celebration of the traditional “Aguinaldo Mojáquero”, (Mojácar Christmas carols), a deeply rooted custom that once again brought together residents and visitors around folk music and singing in the streets and squares of the municipality.

The route, which began at the Mariquita la Posá Cave, took the group around various streets and squares of the old town, with many people joining in. The sound of the municipality’s traditional Christmas carols and the participation of the public turned the night into a collective celebration that once again demonstrated the deep-rooted nature of this tradition in Mojácar.

The Mayor of Mojácar, Francisco García, underlined the importance of keeping these traditions alive: “The Aguinaldo is part of our identity as a village. Seeing how the streets fill with people, music and excitement every year is proof that our traditions are still very much alive and continue to unite generations.”

The Culture Councillor, Noemí Linares, accompanied the group throughout the procession and praised the lively atmosphere: “It was a wonderful evening, with great participation and a fantastic atmosphere in every corner of the village. It’s moving to see how residents and visitors join in, sing, and enjoy together a tradition that we feel is very much our own.”

This year the Aguinaldo also had the collaboration of the Mariquita la Posá Women’s Association, whose involvement was fundamental both in the organisation and in accompanying along the route, helping to keep this custom alive and reinforcing the community spirit of the event.

With initiatives like the Aguinaldo, Mojácar continues backing a Christmas that combines tradition, culture and community spirit.

The municipality will continue celebrating this time of year with an extensive Christmas programme, which includes children's activities, workshops for adults, zambomba flamenco, musical shows and numerous proposals designed for all audiences.