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The Federation of Fogueres has announced the official dates and events planned for Hogueras de Alicante.
June 2 to 29, 2023
FRIDAY
2
JUNE
- 7:00 PM: Tribute to the deceased Foguerers and Barraquers at Plaza de España, in front of the Monumento al Foguerer.
- 7:30 PM: Desfile del Pregón (Pregón Parade). The route includes Calle de San Vicente, Rambla de Méndez Núñez, Rafael Altamira, and Plaza del Ayuntamiento.
- 9:00 PM: Pregón oficial de fiestas (Official Opening Speech) from the balcony of the Ayuntamiento (Town Hall), marking the official start of the city’s festivities.
- 11:00 PM: Fiesta del Pregón (Pregón Party) and welcome to Hogueras 2023 in the Zona Volvo.
SATURDAY
3
JUNE
- 2:00 PM: Mascletá 365 at the Rotonda of the Gran Vía shopping center.
‘Pólvora tot l’any’ Cycle (mascletás in different neighborhoods of Alicante)
SUNDAY
4
JUNE
- 2:00 PM: Mascletá 365 at the San Blas Industrial Park
SATURDAY
10
JUNE
2:00 PM: Mascletá 365 at San Juan Beach (Playa de San Juan).
7:00 PM: Ninot Parade. The Fogueres commissions participate dressed up with symbolic themes related to their hogueras. Route: Alfonso el Sabio, Rambla de Méndez Núñez, Rafael Altamira, and Plaza del Ayuntamiento.
SUNDAY
11
JUNE
- 2:00 PM: Mascletá 365 at Avenida de Loring.
FRIDAY
16
JUNE
- 7:00 PM: Closure of the Ninot Exhibition at the former Fish Market (la antigua Lonja de Pescado) and vote counting to determine the Ninot Indultat (pardoned figurine).
SATURDAY
17
JUNE
- 2:00 PM: Concurso de Mascletás (Mascletá Contest) at Luceros.
- 6:30 PM: Entrada de Bandas y desfile de Comisiones (Band Entry and Commissions Parade) . Route: Plaza de los Luceros, Alfonso X El Sabio, Rambla de Méndez Núñez, Calle Altamira, and Plaza del Ayuntamiento.
SUNDAY
18
JUNE
- 2:00 PM: Concurso de Mascletás (Mascletá Contest) at Luceros.
MONDAY
19
JUNE
- 12:01 AM: Official Planting of Children’s Fogueres and Street Ninots.
- 2:00 PM: Concurso de Mascletás (Mascletá Contest) at Luceros.
TUESDAY
20
JUNE
- 12:01 AM: Planting of Adult Hogueras and Barracas.
- 9:00 AM: Judges visit the children’s fogueres.
- 2:00 PM: Concurso de Mascletás (Mascletá Contest) at Luceros.
- 5:00 PM: Announcement of awards for the children’s fogueres.
- 5:30 PM: Official visit to the winning children’s foguera.
- 10:00 PM: Inauguration of Barracas and Racós. “Coca amb tonyina i bacores” (traditional dish).
WEDNESDAY
21
JUNE
- 9:00 AM: Judges visit the fogueres, Barracas’ entrance arches, and decorated streets.
- 12:00 PM: Tribute to Gabriel Miró at Gabriel Miró Square.
- 1:00 PM: Tribute to José Mª Py on Jose Mª Py Street.
- 2:00 PM: Concurso de Mascletás (Mascletá Contest) at Luceros.
- 5:00 PM: Announcement of awards for the fogueres, Barracas’ entrance arches, and decorated streets.
- 5:30 PM: Official visit to the winning foguera and Barraca.
- 6:30 PM: First Session of the Floral Offering (Ofrenda de Flores) to the Virgen del Remedio. Route: Alfonso El Sabio, Rambla de Méndez Núñez, San José Street, Concatedral, San Nicolás, Rafael Altamira, Plaza del Ayuntamiento.
- 10:00 PM: Festivities and dances at Barracas and Racós.
THURSDAY
22
JUNE
- 11:00 AM: Parade for the award ceremony. Route: From Plaza del Ayuntamiento to the official stand on Rambla.
- 2:00 PM: Concurso de Mascletás (Mascletá Contest) at Luceros.
- 6:30 PM: Second Session of the Floral Offering (Ofrenda de Flores). Route: Alfonso El Sabio, Rambla de Méndez Núñez, San José Street, Concatedral, San Nicolás, Rafael Altamira, Plaza del Ayuntamiento.
- 10:00 PM: Festivities and dances at Barracas and Racós.
FRIDAY
23
JUNE
- 1:00 PM: Award ceremony for the Floral Offering at Mercadito de Fogueres.
- 2:00 PM: Concurso de Mascletás (Mascletá Contest) at Luceros.
- 7:00 PM: Alacant Dance around the Official Hoguera at Plaza del Ayuntamiento.
- 8:00 PM: 65th International Folklore Parade. Showcasing the folklore and traditions of the Valencian Community, invited communities, and countries. Route: Alfonso El Sabio, Rambla de Méndez Núñez, Rafael Altamira, and Plaza del Ayuntamiento.
- 10:00 PM: Festivities and dances at Barracas and Racós.
SATURDAY
24
JUNE
- 2:00 PM: Concurso de Mascletás (Mascletá Contest) at Luceros.
- 8:00 PM: Official Mass of Fogueres at the Co-Cathedral of San Nicolás.
- 12:00 AM: Firing of the monumental “palmera” from the summit of Mount Benacantil (Castillo Santa Barbara) by Pirotecnia Hermanos Sirvent (consisting of 1200 rockets with a radius of 300 meters), followed by the burning of the Official Hoguera at Plaza del Ayuntamiento. Subsequently, the burning of the rest of the “fogueres” in each district of the city.
FROM
25 – 29
JUNE
- 12:00 AM: Fireworks Competition at Playa del Cocó.
Hogueras Map 2023
The calendar of events for Hogueras 2023 in Alicante City offers a vibrant and diverse range of festivities and traditions. From the awe-inspiring Mascletás and the lively parades to the enchanting Flower Offering and the captivating firework displays, there is something for everyone to enjoy. The schedule showcases the rich cultural heritage of Alicante, with homage paid to the Foguerers, the Ninots, and the patron saints. It culminates with the spectacular burning of the Hogueras and the breathtaking fireworks that illuminate the night sky. Join us in celebrating Hogueras 2023 and immerse yourself in the vibrant spirit of Alicante’s most cherished festival.
