Las Fallas takes place every year from March 1st to 19th (with the official kickoff on the last day of February). During this period, the city transforms into one giant open-air festival full of art, fireworks, and tradition.
The festival is listed as UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage and attracts visitors from all over Spain and beyond. Valencians look forward to it all year, with March 15th to 19th being the absolute peak.
It all started with Valencia’s carpenters. On March 19th (Saint Joseph’s Day, their patron saint), they burned leftover wood to mark the end of winter and the beginning of spring—practical and symbolic. What began as simple piles of wood grew into massive, detailed constructions. Today, artists work for months on entire street installations. The most expensive falla ever (in 2008) cost around one million euros. What once was a small bonfire has become an artistic spectacle that literally sets the city on fire.
The stars of Las Fallas are the ninots: figures made of wood, cardboard, and polystyrene. They often humorously comment on politics, celebrities, and social issues. It’s somewhat similar to carnival, but instead of moving floats, you have stationary artworks across the city.
During La Plantà on March 15th and 16th, all installations must be fully completed. After that, the public chooses a favorite: the Ninot Indultat, which is saved from the flames and placed in the Museo Fallero.
Behind every falla is a comisión fallera: a neighborhood association that works on the festival all year long. Members often wear traditional clothing during the celebrations. The highlight is the Fallera Mayor, the annually chosen representative (basically the queen of the commission). Think of it like a carnival prince/princess, but even more impressive.
If you want to learn more about a specific ninot, you can download the official Fallas 2026 app, which includes a map and explanations of each artwork.
No, not a bike rental 😉. The Mascletà is the daily deafening fireworks show during Las Fallas, focused on rhythm, timing, and pure explosive sound. You don’t just hear it—you feel it in your body.
Every day from March 1st to 19th at 2:00 PM, the biggest Mascletà takes place at the Plaza del Ayuntamiento. Tip: earplugs are highly recommended, especially if you stand close.
Prefer visual fireworks? On weekends there are additional midnight shows. The absolute highlight is March 18th: La Gran Nit del Foc, the stunning Night of Fire.
And then comes the grand finale: La Cremà. On the night of March 18th to 19th, all fallas are ceremonially burned.
Yes—months of work go up in flames in one night, except for the Ninot Indultat. It’s part of the tradition: letting go in order to start again.
Don’t worry—firefighters are everywhere, spraying nearby buildings with water so only the sculptures burn, not the city. Safety first.
During Las Fallas, Valencia is completely turned upside down. Almost every street has parties with music—from electronic beats to live bands and traditional fanfares.
It’s not unusual to still hear loud music at 4 AM. Your sleep might be challenged a bit… but you get a once-in-a-lifetime experience in return.
Hungry? Perfect. The city is full of food stalls, churros stands, and street paella. Especially in Ruzafa, you’ll find plenty of bars and food spots. Celebrations make people hungry—and Valencia knows how to handle that.
During Las Fallas, the city center is largely car-free. It’s busy, but that’s exactly what makes it so lively and enjoyable.
Want to get around the city easily during those days? We’re happy to help you find your way!
Anyone who has ever been to Valencia naturally knows the famous Turia Park. This 9-kilometre-long urban park is the place where locals exercise, have picnics, and where tourists massively cycle through.
But honestly? Valencia has so many more green gems. Less touristy, but definitely not less special. And it’s exactly those spots that make the city extra enjoyable. These are our favourites.
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