9 October in Valencia: what it means and barbershop open in La Petxina

Special hours 9 October: La Petxina (C/ Juan Llorens 18) open. El Carmen (C/ Baja 50) closed.

9 October is the Day of the Valencian Community (Nou d’Octubre). It marks King Jaume I’s entry into Valencia in 1238 — a founding moment for Valencian identity. It is an official public holiday across the Comunitat and one of the city’s most meaningful dates.

What 9 October means in Valencia

Beyond a day off, 9 October is memory and identity: a civic procession with the Reial Senyera, an offering to Jaume I, the anthem, a mascletà, and in the afternoon the Moors and Christians parade. It is also Sant Donís, with the tradition of gifting a marzipan mocadorà. In 2026 the celebration has special weight as the 750th anniversary of Jaume I’s death.

What to do in Valencia on 9 October

• Morning in the centre: follow the Civic Procession from Ajuntament square toward the Cathedral and the offering at Jaume I’s statue (Parterre / Alfons el Magnànim square).
• Mascletà: after the procession, fireworks usually fire in Ajuntament square — powder, rhythm and festival energy.
• Afternoon: Moors and Christians parade through the centre (Glorieta, Carrer de la Pau, Ajuntament…).
• Sant Donís: buy or gift a mocadorà — Valencia’s sweet signature of the day.
• Walk and terrace: after the events, enjoy a vermouth or lunch in El Carmen, Ruzafa or near La Petxina.

Haircuts to celebrate 9 October

A holiday like this calls for looking sharp — photos, family, parade and night out. At La Petxina we will get you ready with looks that work from the mascletà to dinner:

• Clean fade + shaped beard: the most requested combo for a fresh, defined look.
• Textured crop: modern, easy to style and full of movement for a long day.
• Classic taper: elegant for formal moments or a family meal.
• Cut + beard tidy-up: the fast upgrade to celebrate with Valencian style.

See our services menu and pick yours. Holiday slots go fast — book now.

Book at La Petxina (open on 9 October)

On 9 October only La Petxina is open, at C/ Juan Llorens 18. El Carmen will remain closed.

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Address: C/ Juan Llorens 18, 46008 Valencia. More on the La Petxina page.