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Halloween in Gandia

On the evening of October 31st, Gandia’s streets come alive with costumed children and adults alike, participating in trick-or-treating and Halloween-themed events. The town organizes various family-friendly activities, including costume contests, haunted house tours, and themed parties in local bars and restaurants. The center of town, particularly around Passeig de les Germanies and Plaza del Prado, often becomes a hub of activity, with decorations, pop-up markets, and live performances.

Local schools and community centers also play a significant role in promoting Halloween festivities. Many schools host special Halloween parties for children, where they can dress up as their favorite characters, from witches and ghosts to superheroes and cartoon figures. Pumpkin carving, a tradition borrowed from American Halloween celebrations, has also gained popularity, with local markets offering pumpkins specifically for this purpose.

Halloween and Tourism in Gandia

With Gandia being a tourist destination, especially during the summer months, Halloween provides an opportunity for local businesses to extend the tourist season. Many hotels, bars, and restaurants offer special Halloween-themed promotions to attract visitors who are eager to experience a different side of the town. This has helped to boost the local economy in the off-peak season, and the combination of Halloween with All Saints’ Day provides a unique cultural experience for tourists.

Several hotels, particularly along Gandia’s beach area, offer Halloween weekend packages that include themed events, such as masquerade balls and haunted beach tours. These activities draw both locals and tourists, adding a festive, commercial aspect to what was traditionally a time of quiet reflection.