Valencia Special Events

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Fallas
March
One of Spain's most spectacular firework celebrations, culminating in giant figures, expertly created from wood and papier-maché, meeting a fiery end.
Various locations throughout the city centre, including daily fireworks in front of the Town Hall
Website: www.fallasfromvalencia.com

Moros y Cristianos (Moors and Christians)
April
The most spectacular processions and ‘battles' take place in Alcoi, 11km (7 miles) south of Valencia, but the city also stages its own noisy celebrations.
Alcoi and Valencia

La Tomatina
Last Wednesday in August
Giant tomato fight.
Village of Buñol, 40km (24 miles) west of Valencia

Fiesta de San Juan
June
Bonfires and fireworks celebrate the solstice.
Various locations in the city centre and by the beach
 
Feria de Julio
Throughout July
The highlights are the ‘battle of the flowers' (last Sunday), the International Musical Band Competition (first fortnight), Feria de San Jaime bullfights (second and third weeks) and the performing arts from classical ballet, to rock bands to zarzuela (Spanish light opera).
Various venues

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