The most eagerly awaited night: the Saint John's Eve festival

Sant Joan’s night is a very special, unique and unrepeatable night that is worth experiencing from the inside. Fireworks, bonfires on the beach, parties and fun welcome the summer solstice at the same time as the shortest night of the year. Towns such as La Pineda, Salou, Cambrils, Tarragona and Barcelona are getting ready to offer an unforgettable festival with your friends and family. If you don't want to miss it, remember that with BusPlana you can travel to the town of your choice to enjoy this great night, check our regular bus schedules www.empresaplana.cat. This way, thanks to our night-time schedules, you can forget the worries of driving at night, looking for parking and traffic congestion by travelling with BusPlana's sustainable and low-cost buses. 

Firecrackers  

It is common to see how everyone, a few days before the event, prepares themselves by buying a wide variety of firecrackers in small establishments in different locations in order to be able to celebrate as they should. You will have a wide variety to choose from, from the biggest and most powerful to the smallest and prettiest. In any case, you will have to follow the instructions and take the necessary precautions to be able to use them.  

Bonfires  

One of the most emblematic aspects of Sant Joan is the tradition of lighting bonfires on the beach. People gather around the fire to enjoy the company of friends and family, while the flames create a warm and cosy atmosphere. Many people also take advantage of this atmosphere to bring their food on the beach and have dinner sitting on the sand while enjoying this great night. Costa Dorada, Barcelona and Costa of Garraf, thanks to its large expanse of beaches, is an ideal destination to enjoy this night. 

The bonfires have their origins in ancient pagan traditions and also have a symbolic meaning. Originally, it was believed that on the night of Sant Joan there was a greater presence of supernatural and evil beings. Lighting bonfires was intended to ward off these evil spirits and protect communities from their negative influence. On the other hand, fire is believed to have purifying properties and by jumping over the flames, negative energies can be left behind and the spirit purified. Thus, the bonfires symbolise renewal and the beginning of a new cycle.  

Costa Dorada has many towns and villages that hold large and impressive bonfires on their beaches. For example, in Playa de Ponent in Salou, you can experience one of the most emblematic of the area that usually attracts a large number of visitors. On the other hand, Platja Llarga in Tarragona also has a large bonfire accompanied by a festive atmosphere and great community participation. Other popular bonfires include those in La Pineda, Cambrils, Torredembarra and many others along the Mediterranean coast.  

However, we recommend that you use public transport services to get around, as during this night there is heavy traffic congestion, and it is extremely difficult to find a place to park your car. Therefore, you can consult the schedules of our regular lines at www.empresaplana.cat to be able to travel to all these locations without worrying.  

Fireworks  

The Sant Joan fireworks are an essential and spectacular element of the celebrations that take place during this festivity. As the sun sets over the horizon, the sky lights up with brilliant colours and bursts of light. The beaches of Costa Dorada become the perfect setting to admire this impressive fireworks display, while the deafening sound of the rockets and the combination of lights and colours create a unique and exciting sensory experience.  

These fireworks displays are carefully designed and timed to provide a sequence of explosions and visual effects ranging from flashes and sparks to larger, more complex explosions. Bright colours such as red, green, blue and gold fill the night sky, creating a dazzling and magical sight.  

If you are in Barcelona, keep in mind that depending on the neighbourhood you want to celebrate Sant Joan you will have a different programme. Although all the neighbourhoods have an incredible and unique festival, we recommend that you go into the Paseo de Gracia or Sants neighbourhoods to discover the popular Balls dels Diables or go to Montjuïc Castle, where you can enjoy a panoramic view of all the fireworks in Barcelona.  

Also, don't forget that BusPlana provides transfers from Barcelona airport and Reus airport to the nearest stop of the hotel or flat you have booked. So, if your final destination is Torredembarra, Tarragona, Reus, Cambrils, Valls or any other locality around Costa of Garraf, visit our website www.busplana.com and book your transfer now.  

Dining on the beach  

In addition to these activities, many people choose to bring food and have dinner on the beach. They can bring typical dishes of the area, such as paella or have a barbecue in the designated areas, or just enjoy a simple outdoor dinner with friends and family.  

Dining on the beach on the night of Sant Joan is a special way to enjoy this festivity, as it combines the traditional celebration with the natural and relaxing environment of the beach. However, it is important to be aware of local regulations and make sure to comply with safety rules to avoid unnecessary risks, especially regarding the use of fire and bonfires.  

Experience the night of Sant Joan in an authentic way on Costa Dorada and Costa of Garraf and let your friends and family surround you around the bonfires and fireworks. Use BusPlana to travel to the place you want and remember to check the schedules of regular lines on our website www.empresaplana.cat or book your transfer from Barcelona airport at www.busplana.com.