Plan your trip to Valencia around this suprising festival - a spectacular celebration of culture, tradition and art

We didn’t! But we were lucky enough to plan a trip to Valencia and discover that we will land in the midst of this. Some of the trips are planned wll ahead based on cheap flight tickets, such as this one was. I remember being in Barcelona, so another Spanish city and it was just minutes before midnight when I discovered an offer with Wizzair. Since everyone was already asleep, I just bought the tickets - it was too good of an offer to miss the opportunity to visit Valencia! I have heard my friends that have kids glorifing Valencia as a family friendly destination, that I had to see it with my own two eyes. But this is another story for me to tell. Now that I have your attention, let me share some info on the festival.

Valencia Fallas is a vibrant and unique festival that takes place in Valencia, Spain every March - itlasts five days, from March 15 to 19, but starting on March 1 and continuing through March 19 a firecracker show called a mascletà is held every day at 2 p.m. in Plaza del Ayuntamiento.

This festival celebrates the arrival of spring and honors Saint Joseph, the patron saint of carpenters. Valencia Fallas is a five-day event that's full of fireworks, music, parades, and the creation and burning of giant sculptures called fallas. In this post, we'll explore the history, traditions, and attractions of Valencia Fallas.

History of Valencia Fallas

The origins of Valencia Fallas date back to the Middle Ages when carpenters used to burn the waste wood they collected during winter to celebrate the arrival of spring. Over time, this tradition evolved into the creation of elaborate sculptures made of papier-mâché, wood, and other materials. These sculptures were displayed in the streets of Valencia and burned on the last night of the festival to symbolize the renewal of life.

Traditions of Valencia Fallas

Valencia Fallas is a festival that's deeply rooted in tradition and culture. The festival starts on March 15th with the "La Plantà," where fallas artists and their teams install their sculptures in the city's streets. For the next few days, there are parades, fireworks, and music performances throughout the city. On March 19th, which is Saint Joseph's Day, the fallas are burned in a spectacular display of fire and smoke.

Attractions of Valencia Fallas

Valencia Fallas attracts thousands of visitors every year, and it's easy to see why. The festival offers a unique and unforgettable experience that combines art, culture, and tradition. Some of the attractions of Valencia Fallas include:

The Fallas Sculptures: The highlight of Valencia Fallas is the fallas sculptures themselves. These giant and intricate sculptures are created by fallas artists and their teams, who work for months to create them.

The Mascletà: Every day at 2 pm, there's a Mascletà, which is a loud and explosive display of fireworks that takes place in the city's central square, Plaza del Ayuntamiento. This event is a must-see for anyone visiting Valencia Fallas.

The Nit del Foc: The Nit del Foc, or Night of Fire, is a fireworks display that takes place on the night of March 18th. This event is known for its spectacular and colorful fireworks that light up the sky above Valencia.

The Parades: Valencia Fallas features several parades throughout the festival, including the Cabalgata del Ninot, where children dress up in traditional costumes and carry miniature fallas sculptures.

Valencia Fallas is a festival that's full of energy, color, and excitement. It's a celebration of Valencia's culture and traditions, and it's an experience that's not to be missed. If you're planning a trip to Valencia, make sure to schedule your visit during Valencia Fallas to witness this spectacular event.

Disclaimer: if you hate the sound of fireworks and firecrackers, avoid Valencia during this period! Is pretty much all you hear starting late morning until well into the night.