Today's Mascletà in Valencia: The 'Bercian Earthquake' Rocks the Plaza del Ayuntamiento
Valencia's sky woke up with that classic March humidity, but it's cleared up nicely now. And that means one thing: today's mascletà, Friday March 6th, is well and truly on. At 2pm sharp, the Plaza del Ayuntamiento will shake with 450 seconds of gunpowder from the León-based fireworks crew, Pibierzo. The hype is real, and here's why: they're bringing their famous 'Bercian earthquake' and it's set to have locals and visitors alike dancing on their feet. With 131.35 kilos of gunpowder, the mix of pounding rhythm and aerial effects is going to be absolutely epic.
The return of the earthquake that won over Valencia
Pibierzo aren't new to this game. Since 2015, the crew from El Bierzo have been leaving their mark on the Fallas, and this year they've cooked up a sequel to their hit 'Bercian earthquake in the Valencian sky'. Those who've had a sneak peek tell me it kicks off with a colourful aerial cascade, then gets straight down to business: a classic ground section with six retentions that'll go right through you. And the finale? A double earthquake – one on the ground and one in the air. So, if you've got a weak heart, maybe just cover your ears and keep your eyes wide open.
Same spot as always, the Plaza del Ayuntamiento. My tip? If you want a decent spot, you'd better start making your way there now. The atmosphere half an hour before is a show in itself: the Falleras Mayores waiting on the balcony, the hum of the crowd, and then, suddenly, silence just before the first shot. That, my friend, is priceless.
What's on this weekend: your quick-fire mascletà guide
But it doesn't stop there. This is the first big weekend, and the gunpowder schedule is so packed you'll need a roadmap. Here's my cheat sheet so you don't miss a single dry shot:
- Friday 6th, 2:00pm: Pirotecnia Pibierzo. The main event of the day. The 'Bercian earthquake' in all its glory.
- Saturday 7th, 2:00pm: Pirotecnia Nadal Martí. They're putting on 'In memoriam...', which promises to be an emotional and powerful tribute.
- Sunday 8th, 2:00pm: Pirotecnia Martí. Wrapping up the weekend with 'Diumenge de mascletà', sticking to their classic Mediterranean style.
And by night, more fireworks: three nights in a row
As if that wasn't enough, the nights are ours too. Three consecutive firework displays to keep the party going into the early hours. Get this down, or you'll be kicking yourself for missing out:
- Friday 6th, 11:59pm: 'Magic and colour in the square'. Pibierzo again, this time lighting up the sky.
- Saturday 7th, 11:59pm: 'The magic of colour'. Handled by Pirotecnia Tomás.
- Sunday 8th, 8:00pm: 'The magic of gunpowder'. Pirotecnia Nadal Martí. And at 8:45pm, at the Mossén Sorell-Corona committee, the 'Pólvora a la Vespra' festival with Pirotecnia Vulcano.
Getting around during Fallas: the metro is your saviour
Driving into the city centre these days is madness. Thankfully, Metrovalencia has stepped up and boosted services all weekend. If you live outside the centre or are visiting, this is for you:
- Heading to the mascletà: Saturday and Sunday, between 12:30pm and 3:00pm, more trains into the centre. Lines 1, 2 and 9 will have extra carriages from 10:30am to 9:00pm.
- Double trams: All trams will be running with double the usual capacity. More room, less stress.
- Getting home at night: Tonight and tomorrow night, the night service is running as usual. Perfect for when the midnight fireworks and street parties finish up.
So there you have it. If you're in Valencia, at 2pm, feet on the ground, eyes to the sky. Pibierzo's 'Bercian earthquake' isn't a drill – it's the first of the big tremors of these Fallas 2026. Let the earth shake – with pleasure.