The night of Sant Joan, 23 June, is the shortest night of the year and one of the biggest celebrations in Catalonia. Spending it at a holiday home with your group means a pool, a long dinner outdoors and the whole house to yourselves, with no queues or crowds.
We are Carmen and Dani, and we have been hosting groups for Sant Joan for over 26 years. Here is everything you need: dates, a plan for the night, the traditions, the rules on bonfires and fireworks, and where to enjoy the revetlla nearby.
Sant Joan books up early
For a large group, book 4 to 6 months ahead. Tell us your dates and how many you are and we will send the price in about 30 minutes.
Sant Joan on the calendar
The revetlla (Midsummer eve) is the night of 23 June, and 24 June is a public holiday in Catalonia.
| Year | Revetlla (23 June) | Holiday (24 June) | Getaway idea |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Wednesday | Thursday | Wednesday to Sunday, taking Friday off |
| 2028 | Friday | Saturday | Friday to Sunday weekend |
Why celebrate Sant Joan at a holiday home
- The whole house for you: no sharing the pool, garden or dining room with other guests.
- Pool time: by late June you will want to be in the water.
- Dinner for everyone: the 115 m² covered barbecue area seats the whole group.
- Away from the crowds: 4,000 m² of fenced garden, far from the noise of the city or the beach.
- Dogs welcome: no need to leave your dog alone at home on firework night.
- Dinner sorted: if you would rather not cook, we have a catering option.
A plan for the perfect revetlla
| When | What to do |
|---|---|
| 4 pm | Arrive and share out the rooms. |
| Afternoon | Pool, a nap in the garden or a ping-pong tournament. |
| 9 pm | Long dinner under the covered barbecue: grilled meat and vegetables, salads and something fresh. |
| Midnight | Coca de Sant Joan and cava to toast the summer. |
| Later | Head to a nearby village revetlla or keep the party going at the house. |
| 24 June | Late breakfast, a swim and a relaxed lunch. |
Sant Joan traditions in Catalonia
The Canigó Flame
- Tradition
A flame lit on Mount Canigó travels to towns and cities to light the bonfires.
Bonfires
- Squares and beaches
Fogueres are lit in squares and on beaches to welcome the summer.
Coca and cava
- Midnight
The coca de Sant Joan, with candied fruit, pine nuts or cream, and a glass of cava at midnight. Order it a few days ahead from a local bakery.
Fireworks and music
- All night
Firecrackers, music and dancing until late, and for many a midnight swim.
Bonfires and fireworks: what you need to know
Can Micos is surrounded by fields and woodland. Catalonia’s forest fire prevention rules (Decree 64/1995) ban rockets and other fireworks within 500 metres of forest areas, and bonfires need permission from the town hall. So bonfires and fireworks are best enjoyed at a village revetlla. At the house, go for light without fire: glow sticks, LED lanterns and string lights in the garden.
Where to enjoy the revetlla near Can Micos
- Lloret de Mar (about 30 min): Costa Brava revetlla with bonfires and a beach atmosphere.
- Girona (about 25 min): the city celebrates with events in its neighbourhoods.
- Riudarenes, Santa Coloma de Farners and Sils: the nearby villages usually hold their own revetlla.
Each town hall publishes its programme a few days before. Coming with children? See things to do with kids in Girona.
Can Micos: a holiday home for Sant Joan in Girona
Can Micos is an 18th-century Catalan farmhouse in Riudarenes (Girona) rented in full to groups of 16 to 25 people, between the Montseny and the Costa Brava.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the Sant Joan revetlla?
On the night of 23 June; 24 June is a public holiday in Catalonia. In 2027 the revetlla falls on a Wednesday and in 2028 on a Friday.
How far ahead should we book for Sant Joan?
It is one of the busiest dates of the year. For a large group, 4 to 6 months ahead is recommended.
Can we have a bonfire or fireworks at Can Micos?
No. The house is surrounded by woodland and Catalan fire prevention rules ban fireworks within 500 metres of forest areas and bonfires without permission. Enjoy them at a village revetlla.
Can we use the pool at Sant Joan?
Yes, the pool is looked after all year and in late June it is perfect.
How much does it cost and what is the minimum stay?
From €32 per person per night depending on season, with bed linen and final cleaning included. At weekends the minimum stay is 2 nights; over holiday weekends it depends on the dates.
Shall we send you a quote?
Tell us your dates and how many you are and we will reply in about 30 minutes with the exact price.
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