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The Santa Tecla festival in Tarragona culminates in the correfoc, a fire-running event with devils and dragons. Learn what to expect, essential safety rules, and how to choose a safe spot to watch this fiery tradition.
Santa Tecla turns Tarragona's streets into a stage each September, with giant figures, fire runs, and human towers. This guide covers the processions, correfoc, castells, food, and practical tips for visiting one of Catalonia's most anticipated festivals.
The term Nit de Foc is actually used for Sant Joan in June, not for Sant Sebastià. In January, Palma celebrates its patron saint with the Revetla on 19 January—bonfires, concerts, and a final correfoc on 25 January. Here's how to plan your night.
Each January, Palma honours its patron saint with over two weeks of free music, bonfires, and family events. Learn about the Revetla, the correfoc, and how to experience the city's biggest winter celebration like a local.
Sitges Festa Major is the town's biggest annual celebration, honoring its patron saints Sant Bartomeu in August and Santa Tecla in September. This guide explains the festival's history, key events, practical planning, and what first-timers should expect.
Held around October 29th, Fires de Sant Narcís transforms Girona into a hub of Catalan culture with parades, human towers, and a bustling fairground in La Devesa Park. Discover the festival's history, key events, and practical tips for visiting.
Girona’s Fires de Sant Narcís is the city’s Festa Major, held annually around 29 October. Expect correfoc, castellers, giants, concerts, and a fairground in La Devesa. Here’s how to plan your visit.
Each year on the eve of Sant Joan, Palma de Mallorca transforms for the Nit de Foc, a night of bonfires, fire runs, and concerts. This guide explains where to watch, the festival's pagan origins, safety tips, and how to enjoy the beach bonfires at Playa de Palma.
A correfoc, or fire run, is a Catalan tradition where devils and mythical beasts parade through the streets, setting off fireworks that shower sparks over the crowd. In Barcelona, the largest correfoc occurs during La Mercè in September. This guide explains the tradition, what to expect, and how to stay safe.
