Burriana, Spain is in the midst of its annual Fallas celebrations, a festival of tradition, artistry, and pyrotechnics that will culminate in the Cremà on March 19. The festivities, which began February 15, feature elaborate displays of *ninots* – often satirical figures – and culminate in their ceremonial burning.
The official program kicked off Sunday, February 15, with the *pregón* and *Crida*, a proclamation marking the symbolic start of weeks of events. Earlier in the week, on February 12, the official program for the 2026 Fallas was announced by the Burriana City Council, signaling the beginning of an intense period of activity for the city.
Events leading up to the Cremà include a visit to the *Exposición del Ninot* on February 15, where the public can view the *ninots* before they are judged. The winning figures, both adult and children’s, are spared from the flames. Awards for the exhibition were presented February 19 at the CMC La Mercé.
The Fallas celebrations also include processions, musical performances, and traditional meals. The *Cavalcada del Ninot*, a parade of *ninots*, took place February 28, showcasing the creativity and wit of local artists. A children’s parade followed on March 1.
This year’s Fallas also included special tributes to the Falleras, the festival’s queens. The Falleras of Burriana 2026 were honored with a visit to the fallas monuments, according to reports. A special evening was held February 20 at the Teatro Payá in honor of Laura Sendra, and another dedicated to Ana Olivas on February 21, featuring a children’s reveal.
The festivities concluded March 16 with the presentation of awards, with Plaça Chicharro taking the top prize in the special category and Societat Club 53 dominating the children’s category. The awards ceremony, held at the Llar Fallera, recognized excellence in various aspects of the fallas, including artistry, satire, and overall presentation.
The schedule for the Cremà, the burning of the *ninots*, has been released, detailing the times each falla will be set ablaze. The burning of the fallas marks the end of the festival and the beginning of anticipation for next year’s celebrations.
