Bonfires of Saint John

Hey, kiddo! Have you ever heard of the Bonfires of Saint John? It’s a really cool celebration that happens in Spain every year on the night of June 23rd.

Okay, so let me break it down for you. Saint John is a very important religious figure in Spain and many other countries. He was one of the original followers of Jesus and he even baptized him in the Jordan River. So, people celebrate Saint John’s life and legacy every year on June 24th.

The night before, on June 23rd, people all over Spain gather together and light huge bonfires. They do this because it’s said that Saint John loved fire and that his followers would light fires to guide him on his travels.

But the bonfires of Saint John aren’t just any old fires. They’re really big and really beautiful. People often build them on the beach or in other open areas so that lots of people can come and enjoy them.

But wait, there’s more! Once the fires are lit, people often jump over them! Yes, you heard that right. They jump over the fires! It’s said to bring good luck and ward off evil spirits.

So, there you have it. The Bonfires of Saint John are a celebration of a saint’s life and legacy, and they involve really big fires that people jump over for good luck. Pretty cool, huh?