Carnival extravaganza draws crowds to Catalonia
Thousands enjoy the 'Disbauxa' parade in Sitges and the candy fight in Vilanova
Thousands enjoy the 'Disbauxa' parade in Sitges and the candy fight in Vilanova
Excitement builds as first preliminary race takes place in Vilanova i la Geltrú
Event organizers expect to attract 40,000 spectators from September 14 to 17
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Tens of thousands turn out to celebrate annual festival that this year saw alcohol-free parades and candy in biodegradable wrappers
Seven-day celebration sees street parties and parades in cities, towns and villages across Catalonia
The start of the celebrations also saw a food fight in the street in the town of Vilanova i la Geltrú
Vilanova i la Geltrú holds its parade on January 17, the day of Sant Antoni Abat