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The Cabalgata del Fuego, which takes place along Calle Colón at 7pm on the last day of Fallas, is a relatively new addition to the calendar. But what the parade lacks in history, it makes up for in madness.

We joined the crowd lining up around the Puerto del Mar about 45 minutes early, and had a great view of the excitement.  The Cabalgata began slowly; first the court of Falleras marched through with bands, followed by the wielders of fire. The procession was a lot different than previous years, as though the organizers are still trying to figure out the best way to do present it.

Once the parade reached its conclusion, with giant spark-spitting dragons, skipping devils, fiery bikes from hell, and musicians surrounding the gate, the intensity was incredible.  And then the Puerto del Mar lit up, with strings of firecrackers running up and down it, deep red smoke engulfing it, and massive fireworks exploding on top of it. Amazing.

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Oh no!!! Only one day of Fallas left (after today). Am I saddened, relieved, or an exhausted mixture of both?

If we have one piece of advice for tomorrow, it’s that you should try and make the most out of it. Rest is for Friday, and you won’t want to miss out on any of the highlights. Starting with the 14:00 mascletà, which promises to be the most incredible of them all.

Another must-see event is the Cabalgata de Fuego, at 19h. This parade marches down Calle Colón, around the Puerta del Mar, and is as unique and exhiliratingly scary a parade as Fallas has to offer. Just try not to freak out too much if a devil sticks his flaming firework stick in your face.

And of course, the night ends with the desperately-awaited Cremà, which starts around 1am. Pick your favorite monument, and try not to shed a tear as it goes up in flames. We’re still trying to decide which we’re going to see — our favorite by far this year was from the Plaza de Pilar, but that statue is found in such a narrow spot that it might make for cramped cremà-viewing. Where do you plan on watching it?

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