The arrival of summer in Girona is celebrated with great intensity on the shortest night of the year: the Saint John’s Eve festival. This night, traditionally between the 23rd and 24th of June, is full of symbolism, rituals and popular celebration, with fire as the main protagonist of an event that marks the official beginning of summer.
Thanks to its location in the heart of Girona, the Hotel Carlemany allows you to fully immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere of Sant Joan with total comfort, having everything just a few minutes away and returning afterwards to a peaceful environment where you can rest after the celebration.
What to do in Girona during Saint John’s Eve
Saint John’s Eve is one of the most eagerly awaited celebrations in Girona and throughout Catalonia. It marks the summer solstice and combines tradition, fire and popular festivity. Lighting bonfires, sharing outdoor dinners and enjoying fireworks, music and a lively atmosphere throughout the city are all part of the tradition.
One of the most special spots is Vista Alegre Park, where the Flame of Canigó arrives every year. The park hosts a popular afternoon and evening with activities for all ages, batucada performances, parades and the lighting of the traditional bonfire, accompanied by the neighbourhood’s Diables and local residents. The celebration continues with music and an open-air street party.
In addition, different neighbourhoods organise street parties with live music and DJs, such as Fontajau, home to one of the largest stages, or areas like Sant Narcís and Plaça de l’Assumpció, where local associations keep the night alive with music and dancing. In the Old Town (Barri Vell), squares and terraces fill with people dining outdoors, creating a night-time route with a variety of atmospheres to experience the festival of fire in Girona.
Hotel Carlemany: your base for celebrating Saint John’s Eve in Girona
The Hotel Carlemany is an excellent choice for staying during Saint John’s Eve in Girona. Its central location makes it easy to reach the main celebration areas while still enjoying moments of calm. In addition, the hotel features a terrace, an ideal space to welcome the warm weather with a drink before or after the festivities, as well as highly rated restaurants, where you can dine comfortably without leaving the hotel.
The rooms, modern and very comfortable, are also well soundproofed, allowing you to enjoy the celebrations and rest afterwards without disturbance. For those travelling with young children, this provides extra peace of mind, as the atmosphere inside the rooms remains calm even while the festivities continue outside.
The Hotel Carlemany is also pet-friendly, although each case should be considered individually, as fireworks may be set off in nearby squares during the night. Thanks to the soundproofing, the interior remains peaceful, but it is advisable to plan walks in advance if you are travelling with your pet.
We recommend planning your stay in advance to enjoy the night with greater peace of mind.
