Festival de San Juan
Celebrated in Spain
By Clay Davis
Intro to Spanish
Period 4
Where and When
- The Festival of San Juan is celebrated in many different countries including Spain, Argentina, Chile, Paraguay, Peru, Bolivia, and Cube.
- San Juan is celebrated on vientitres de junio.
How
- This is celebrated on the beach with huge bonfires, food, friends, and drinks.
- If you want luck for the next 12 months you jump of bonfires or walk on hot coals.
- Swim in the ocean after midnight purifies your soul and body.
Why
The Festival of San Juan is celebrated to welcome the summer season. It is a night to get luck. Rituals and traditions are preformed on this night referring to the elements fire and water.