Valencia celebrates the third Jubilee Year of the Holy Chalice in 2025. The Holy Chalice kept in the chapel of the cathedral indicate that it dates to the right period to be the vessel…

The pyrotechnics or mascletas colores add the element of intense colour to the otherwise loud, bright and smoky firecrackers and are staged mostly during the evening or at night…

The pyrotechnics or mascletas colores add an element of intense colour to the otherwise loud, bright and smoky firecrackers and are staged mostly during the evening or at night…

The Chinese community in Valencia is strong and so family gatherings are popular at Chinese New Year, this highly important time of year. Many dress bright and cheerfully according to…

The pyrotechnics or mascletas colores add an element of intense colour to the otherwise loud, bright and smoky firecrackers and are staged mostly during the evening or at night…

A long-standing tradition of the Fallas involves an exhibition of the Ninots. Each committee selects their best Ninot and Ninot Infantil to be exhibited. Over 700 statues are then…

The pyrotechnics or mascletas colores add the element of intense colour to the otherwise loud, bright and smoky firecrackers and are staged mostly during the evening or at night…

Expats wake up to the surprise local sounds of delight this morning! The Children‘s Awakening, Desperta Infantil, of the Fallas 2024 commences at 7:15 am on Calle de la Paz, San Vicente…

The pyrotechnics or mascletas colores add the element of intense colour to the otherwise loud, bright and smoky firecrackers and are staged mostly during the evening or at night…

Every day during Fallas impressive loud, bright and smoky mascletas firecracker displays are held in front of enthusiastic spectators on the Plaza del Ayuntamiento at 2pm. Locals and…

The pyrotechnics or mascletas colores add the element of intense colour to the otherwise loud, bright and smoky firecrackers and are staged mostly during the evening or at night…

The pyrotechnics or mascletas colores add the element of intense colour to the otherwise loud, bright and smoky firecrackers and are staged mostly during the evening or at night…

The pyrotechnics or mascletas colores add the element of intense colour to the otherwise loud, bright and smoky firecrackers and are staged mostly during the evening or at night…

The pyrotechnics or mascletas colores add the element of intense colour to the otherwise loud, bright and smoky firecrackers and are staged mostly during the evening or at night…

The pyrotechnics or mascletas colores add the element of intense colour to the otherwise loud, bright and smoky firecrackers and are staged mostly during the evening or at night…

March 14 sees the traditional Ninot Infantil displays closing, with the complete Ninot exhibition closing on March 15. Over two days, the figures, both large and small, will then be…

Completion of placement of the Fallas Infantil Ninots, activities throughout the day, mascleta firecracker display on the Plaza del Ayuntamiento at 2pm and pyrotechnic firework display…

Placement of the Fallas Mayor Ninots is completed and activities take place throughout the day. Mascleta firecracker display on the Plaza del Ayuntamiento at 2pm and…

The Fallas flower offering involves members of a vast number of Fallas committees or guilds. Magnificently dressed in traditional costumes, they form a large procession that lasts…

The pyrotechnics or mascletas colores add the element of intense colour to the otherwise loud, bright and smoky firecrackers and are staged mostly during the evening or at night…

The flower offering parades continue well into the night, followed by the Nit de Foc. Lasting some 30 minutes, this is by far the largest pyrotechnic fireworks display of the Fallas…

The Fallas Crema symbolises the true story celebrating an ancient pagan tradition. The day reveals an eternal tension between sadness and joy. It begins with an offering at the Puente…

The Cavalcada del Foc celebrates the upcoming “crema” with demons throwing sparks to scare and frighten anyone foolish enough to stand around. Starting on Calle de la Paz at 7 pm…

TBC. A wonderful event, Cabanyal Intim presents an eclectic series of activities with a terrific spectrum of creativity which includes theatre, dance, circus, performance, clown, music, cabaret…

TBC. The big night of museums forms part of a wide selection of activities of the Gran Fira de València. During the event, most museums in Valencia open their doors to visitors until late into…

TBC. A rice festival that takes place over a couple of days on the Plaza del Ayuntamiento in Valencia is known locally as TastArròs. This fascinating event offers several delightful aspect…

TBC. Visible from afar the Christmas funfair returns to the triangle of Avenida de Francia and Ingeniero Manuel Soto, a stone’s throw from the marina end of the Avenida del Port. Typical attract…