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San Juan – Valencia’s Night of Witchcraft and Beach Bonfires

When the summer solstice sun dips below Valencia’s skyline on June 23, the city’s beaches transform into a pagan playground. San Juan is Spain’s answer to Halloween-meets-Burning Man, where jumping over flames (with a mojito in hand) is mandatory.

Rituals to Survive the Night

1. Fire jumps : Seven leaps over bonfires for good luck (locals swear it works).
2. Midnight swims : Naked dips = purified soul (optional but encouraged).
3. Wish burning : Write regrets on paper, toss them into the flames.

Hot tip : The Cabanyal district’s fires are wildest; Malvarrosa is tamer but packed.

PrestigeFly’s Solstice Special

Red-eyes from the U.S. land just in time. Upgrade to business for:

• Bonfire-side cocktail kits (includes local herb-infused gin).
• Post-party brunch at Canalla Bistro (Ricard Camarena’s rebel Michelin spot).