As the last wisps of winter dissipate, the sun-kissed regions of Alicante and Valencia in Spain come alive with a vibrant celebration that heralds the start of summer. The arrival of the Saint John's Eve festivities, also known as "La Noche de San Juan," marks a time-honored tradition that brings communities together in a spectacular display of fire, food, and revelry. For one magical night, locals and tourists alike gather around bonfires, feast on traditional delicacies, and dance under the starry sky, creating an electric atmosphere that is quintessentially Spanish. But what makes this communal ritual so special, and how do the locals prepare for this joyous celebration?
From Alicante to Valencia, fire, food and packed tables turn the start of summer into a gloriously communal ritual
