This Friday, March 6, one of the most eagerly awaited moments of the Fallas calendar arrives: the lighting of the illuminated streets. Between 8:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m., the committees will light up their impressive displays to officially kick off the most magical (and busiest) nights in Valencia.
And yes, in addition to the spectacular visual display for the public, the tough competition for the first prize for lighting from the Fallas Central Board also begins.
Where to see the illuminated streets of Fallas 2026
In the heart of the Ruzafa neighborhood, the undisputed falla to beat will once again be the Falla Cuba-Puerto Rico (located at C/ Puerto Rico, 54), which has now won gold in Category A for seven consecutive years.
Its inauguration will take place at 8:30 p.m. For 2026, the commission has prepared 118 illuminated pieces that recreate comb embroidery and 70 bands inspired by traditional manteletas. In total, almost 15 kilometers of LED lights will illuminate the street.
Other fallas you can visit that night are the Falla Sueca-Literato Azorín and the Falla Cuba-Literato Azorín, commissions that year after year opt for monumental structures and immersive designs that fill the street from side to side.
Musical show in Malvarrosa-Antonio Ponz-Cavite
Outside Ruzafa, all eyes will be on the Malvarrosa-Antonio Ponz-Cavite Falla, which remains the only Category A falla to feature a synchronized light and music show.
Of course, if you’re going to see the lighting ceremony this Friday, keep in mind that it will be held in silence, as the musical performances do not count towards the jury’s decision. The real visual and auditory feast will come a day later:
On Saturday, March 7, at 8:30 p.m., the show will begin, accompanied by fireworks and a performance by the Shakara Orchestra.
From that moment on, there will be daily showings at 8:00 p.m., 9:00 p.m., and 10:00 p.m.
During the weekends and the big week leading up to the cremà, the parades will be extended until midnight.
In addition to the premier category, in Category B, 26 Fallas committees from different neighborhoods such as Camins al Grau, Malvarrosa, Zaidía, Quatre Carreres, Patraix, and Pla del Remei have already begun lighting up since last Wednesday.
