La Tomatina is the world’s largest food fight festival, held annually in the Spanish city of Buñol. Thousands of participants gather to throw over 100 tons of ripe tomatoes at each other through the city streets for an hour of joyful mayhem.

Festival Main Information :

When: The last Wednesday of August each year.

2025: August 27.

2026: August 26.

Location: Buñol, Valencia, Spain.

Unique Tradition: The event begins with the “palo jabón,” where participants try to climb a wooden pole smeared with fat to reach the pork leg (ham) at the top.

Duration: The tomato fight lasts exactly one hour, usually starting at 11:00 or 12:00 noon.

 

Visitor Guide :

Tickets: Since 2013, the number of participants has been limited to 20,000 for safety reasons. Basic tickets can be purchased online at the official La Tomatina website, priced between €12 and €15.

Important Rules: Tomatoes must be crushed before throwing to avoid injury, and participants are prohibited from ripping off other people’s clothing.

Clothing Tips: Wear old clothes you’re ready to throw away and goggles to protect your eyes from the tomato acid.