Parade of Witches (Desfile de Meigas)
Visitors observe a flamboyant parade celebrating Galicia's mythical folklore. Children collect flower petals thrown for good luck.
~20:00
A Coruña Night of Saint John Bonfires
Fogueiras de San Xoán na Coruña
A Coruña, Spain
Jun 23, 2026Expected
On the night of June 23, the Galician city of A Coruña lights up with the great bonfires of San Xoán, blazing along its beaches as crowds leap the flames for luck. Witch figures called meigas parade and an effigy of the year's curses goes up in smoke, in an ancient solstice celebration that turns the whole shoreline to fire.
Key moments
Jun 22
Day 1 · Jun 23
Burning of the Midsummer Bonfire
Spectators circle the bonfire; some leap over smaller flames for luck. All are welcome to watch the fire in reverence.
~0:00
Where it happens
Praia do Orzán
A Coruña, Spain
Open in MapsHow to show up well
Plan the timing
Be prepared for late hours
Read the local rhythm
Safety awareness around fire
Respect local boundaries
Basic Galician phrases for local chants
Practical notes
Crowds & timing
Crowd level: high.
Tickets
Free events are available.
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A Coruña Night of Saint John Bonfires
Fogueiras de San Xoán na Coruña
A Coruña, Spain
On the night of June 23, the Galician city of A Coruña lights up with the great bonfires of San Xoán, blazing along its beaches as crowds leap the flames for luck. Witch figures called meigas parade and an effigy of the year's curses goes up in smoke, in an ancient solstice celebration that turns the whole shoreline to fire.
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The story behind it
San Xoán (Saint John) on June 23 corresponds to ancient summer solstice rites. Galicians built and jumped over fires for purification and to ensure good fortune. The festival also includes parading figures of witches (meigas), reflecting rural spiritual heritage. It is a pan-Galician event tying communities to ancestral solar-witchcraft lore.
Key moments to know
Jun 22~20:00Expected
Parade of Witches (Desfile de Meigas)
Visitors observe a flamboyant parade celebrating Galicia's mythical folklore. Children collect flower petals thrown for good luck.
Day 1Jun 23~0:00Expected
Burning of the Midsummer Bonfire
Spectators circle the bonfire; some leap over smaller flames for luck. All are welcome to watch the fire in reverence.
How to show up well
first-timer tips
Plan the timing
Be prepared for late hours
Read the local rhythm
Safety awareness around fire
Respect local boundaries
Basic Galician phrases for local chants
Essentials at a glance
Date window
Jun 23, 2026
Estimated
City / Area
A Coruña
Galicia (A Coruña)
Cost
Free public events available
Good for
Families welcome
Very High visitor welcome
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