Spanish holiday guide
Valencian Community Day
Valencian Community Day on 9 October marks James I’s 1238 entry into Valencia and the community’s modern autonomy.
What it means
It is both a medieval foundation anniversary and the official holiday of the Comunitat Valenciana.
Origin and history
After centuries of local commemoration, Transition-era agreements and the 1982 Statute made 9 October the community day.
How it is observed in Spain
Civic procession of the Reial Senyera in Valencia, Generalitat ceremonies, and a regional public holiday.
Interesting facts
- Recalls James I’s entry into Valencia on 9 October 1238.
- Features the Reial Senyera civic procession.
- Official community day since the autonomy period (1982 Statute).
Public calendar
Check the 2026 dates
Holiday status depends on place. See the official calendar pages for the locations covered by this guide.