We’re in the final week of Fallas ? which means a mix of fireworks, festive fun, street closures, and traffic disruptions. Below, you’ll find key resources for getting around, event highlights, and recommendations for food, music, and art. Keep an eye on weather updates, as rain may affect some events.
Fallas Events
March 15–16: The winning ninots will be announced, and the Fallas sculptures will be fully assembled.
MascletĂ & Fireworks Schedule
Friday, March 14
- ? 2:00 PM – MascletĂ in Plaza del Ayuntamiento (Pirotecnia Hermanos Caballer)
Saturday, March 15
- ? 2:00 PM – MascletĂ (Pirotecnia Aitana)
- ? Midnight Fireworks at Plaza del Ayuntamiento (Pirotecnia Valenciana)
Sunday, March 16
- ? 2:00 PM – MascletĂ (Pirotecnia Valenciana)
- ? Midnight Fireworks at Les Arts (Pirotecnia Vulcan)
Monday, March 17
- ? 2:00 PM – MascletĂ (Pirotecnia Vulcan)
- ? 3:30 PM – La Ofrenda at Plaza de la Virgen
- ? Midnight Fireworks at Les Arts (Pirotecnia Tamarit)
Tuesday, March 18
- ? 2:00 PM – MascletĂ (Pirotecnia del Mediterráneo)
- ? 3:30 PM – La Ofrenda at Plaza de la Virgen
- ? Midnight Fireworks at Les Arts (Pirotecnia Hermanos Caballer)
Wednesday, March 19
- ? 2:00 PM – MascletĂ (TBD)
- ? 7:00 PM – Parade of Fire (Calle de La Paz to Porta Del Mar)
- ? La CremĂ begins at 8:00 PM citywide, culminating at Plaza del Ayuntamiento at 11:00 PM
Weather & Traffic Updates:
- Weather disruptions: Check here
- Traffic restrictions (March 14–19): View map
Food: Churros & Buñuelos
It’s all about fried dough during Fallas! Check out Valencia Viva Walks’ list of the best churrerĂas in town: Instagram Post
Live Music & Nightlife
Verbenas (Street Parties): Live music and DJs at Fallas tents across the city. Full schedule: Valencia Secreta
Electronic & House
- Velada at El Consulado – Upsammy (Friday, March 14) Event link
- theBasement at Palau Alameda – Elenco House (Sunday, March 16) Event link
Rock & Pop
- Peter Rock Club: Kadira + Boletus (Friday, March 14) Event link
- Loco Club: El Ăšltimo Vecino (Saturday, March 15) | Charity Post-Punk Show (Sunday, March 16) Event link
- 16 Toneladas: Sujeto K & Orkesta Paraiso (Saturday, March 15) Event link
Jazz & Classical
- So:Ku: Clara Juan Soler (Sunday, March 16) Event link
- Palau de la MĂşsica: Valencia Symphony (Friday, March 14) Event link
Art Exhibitions & Galleries
Major Exhibitions
- Carmen Contemporary Cultural Center: Valencia Artists in Carme Thyssen Collection (Until June 29) More info
- Masaveu Exhibition at Bellas Artes (Until June 15)
- Leonardo Da Vinci – Science Museum (Until April 13)
- AlmudĂn Museum: Claudy Jongstra’s textile landscapes (Until April 27) More info
- Casa Museo Benlliure: Historic Valencia Silk Fashion (Until May 25)
- FundaciĂłn Bancaja: En El Mar – Sorolla (Until March) | Eduardo Ăšrculo: A Cosmopolitan Traveler More info
Galleries
- Filtre: Adrià Miko’s animal-inspired works (Until March 20) More info
- Shiras Gallery: Eduardo Urdiales’ new works More info
- Gabinete de Dibujos: Idaira del Castillo’s drawings (Until March 28) More Info
As we approach the main events of Fallas, I’ll be sharing extra posts on different traditions—starting with this one: MascletĂ : Why is Valencia the Cathedral of Gunpowder? I hope these serve as a useful reference to help you enjoy this uniquely Valencian festival!