Your guide to Valencia´s Mascletà and where to see (and hear) it!
After the excitement of Sunday’s events, marked by the traditional “Crida,” which officially marks the arrival of the Fallas festival, we can finally immerse ourselves in the key events that define this spectacular celebration. The unmistakable roar of firecrackers, the rhythmic beats of explosions, and the electrifying energy of the crowd will come to life […]
October 9th: Celebrating the Day of the Valencian Community
If you’re living in Valencia or just visiting during the fall, one of the most exciting dates on the calendar is October 9th – a day full of history, tradition, and culture. This is Valencia’s regional holiday, known as the “Dia de la Comunitat Valenciana” and it celebrates the day in 1238 when King Jaume […]
How to experience Fallas like a local!
If you’re in Valencia right now then you’ve definitely already noticed the grand lighting up of the streets and central areas, as well as the final preparations to mount the big figures and structures for Las Fallas. It’s not difficult to notice that this city comes to life in so many different ways during this […]
Q&A with EUROACE’S Fallera
Today our blog is a bit different as we dive into the world of Fallas, which officially started its celebrations today with the first mascletà in the town hall. We had the chance to talk to our class coordinator and Spanish teacher, Lidia, who also happens to be a Fallera! We’ve asked Lidia a bunch […]
The history of Fallas and its top events!
The time has finally come to celebrate one of the most vibrant and unique festivals in all of Spain, Las Fallas. Attracting visitors from all over the world, Las Fallas truly is a spectacle of art, fire, and most of all, tradition. During this festival, which occupies the whole month of March, you will watch […]
The Start of Fallas: How to Celebrate La Cridà
The wait is finally over for all of Valencia. If you’ve experienced it before, you know exactly what we’re talking about. But if not, then it’s time for us to introduce you to one of the biggest festivals in Spain – Las Fallas. It truly is a festival like no other, and the best part […]
All You Need to Know About La Mascletà!
Are you ready to feel the city vibrate under your feet? There are only a few hours left until we leave February behind and March arrives, and in Valencia this only means one thing… It’s Fallas Festival time!! From March 1st to March 19th, Valencia will host one of the most beautiful celebrations in the World. […]
Las Fallas de Valencia
‘Las Fallas’ (translated into ‘the fires’ in English) is a remarkable celebration in the city of Valencia during the month of March to commemorate St. Joseph, from the 15th to the 19th. The name of the event comes from its aim, which is the construction and then burning of ‘ninots’, massive statues that are built throughout […]
