Bonfires of Saint John
Event Type
Celebration
Date
24/06/26
Distance to the Port
8-Min Drive
The Hogueras de San Juan, declared a Festival of International Tourist Interest, is a joyous celebration marking the start of summer. Its origins lie in the ancient custom of burning unwanted objects at the summer solstice. Each year, from June 20th to 24th, Alicante comes alive with light, color, music, and fireworks. The festivities begin with the "Pregon" (proclamation) and the "Planta," when the creative and satirical "hogueras" are placed across the city. These ephemeral monuments are at the heart of the festival, accompanied by parades, street performances, and the traditional "Cabalgata del Ninot" (Ninot Parade). The most anticipated moment arrives on June 24th, the Festival of San Juan, when the purifying fire engulfs the "hogueras," creating a breathtaking spectacle of flames, light, and emotion. The Hogueras also features one of Spain's most prominent bullfighting fairs. After the main events, the celebration continues with the grand Fireworks Contest at Coco Beach, next to Postiguet, from June 25th to 29th, culminating in the festival of San Pedro and San Pablo.
