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Las Fallas in Benidorm 2026

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While Valencia is the world-famous home of Las Fallas, Benidorm offers a unique and more intimate version of this "Festival of Fire." In 2026, the city will once again transform into a vibrant stage of satirical art, thunderous gunpowder, and stunning floral displays. Picture by Harry Fabel Key Dates for 2026: The main celebrations will run from Sunday, March 15th to Thursday, March 19th, 2026. March 15 ,  La Plantà. The giant cardboard and wooden monuments are finished and erected overnight. March 16-18 , Mascletàs. Daily rhythmic firecracker displays at 14:00 that shake the ground. | March 18 , Ofrenda de Flores. A colorful parade where falleros offer flowers to create a giant floral dress for the Virgin. March 19 , La Cremà. The grand finale. Every monument is set ablaze to symbolize renewal and spring. Where to Find the Fallas Benidorm is divided into three main festival districts (comisiones). Each builds two monuments—one large satirical structure and one smaller ...