San Juan is celebrated in coastal areas of Spain, especially in the region of Alicante, from June 20-24. The festival honors St. John the Apostle and dates back to pre-Christian traditions of celebrating the summer solstice. The climax of the celebration is at midnight on June 23rd with fireworks and bonfires along the coast.

1. Las Hogueras de San Juan
By Ollie C + Ollie T

2. Where is San Juan?
San Juan is celebrated all over Spain but mostly in the coastal
areas.
The region of Alicante is one of the biggest celebrations San Juan.
The climax of the celebration is at midnight.

3. When is San Juan
San Juan is on the 20th de junio – 24 de junio.

4. Who is celebrated
St john the apostle. St john is the son zebebee brother of
St James the great.

5. Why do they celebrate
• The festival of San Juan dates back to pre Christian time where
they celebrates the summer solaces, the longest day of the year.
It is celebrated all over Spain especially in the coastal areas.