Major seaside towns to shut beaches for Sant Joan to avoid crowds
Barcelona, Badalona, Tarragona, Sitges, Mataró, or Castelldefels ban June 23 festivities by the sea
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Midsummer's Eve in Catalonia: one of the most magical nights of the year… but caution!
Bonfires and firecrackers are the most characteristic elements of the June 23 celebration, in which the Catalan language also plays an important role
Less cake but the same fun as always to celebrate the Eve of Saint John's Day
Bakers expect a 5% drop in the sale of cakes due to the economic crisis. Families have chosen smaller and cheaper sweets to celebrate the night, while the tradition of setting off firecrackers appears to be as strong as ever