Falles, also known as Fallas or Fiesta de San Jose, is a cultural celebration observed from March 15 to 19 in Valencia, Spain. This festival commemorates Saint Joseph, the patron saint of carpentry, and is one of the city's most celebrated traditions. The term "falles" translates to "torches," reflecting the festival's association with elaborate fireworks, traditional music, medieval costumes, and lively parades. The festival features the construction of towering figures made from materials like cardboard and polystyrene, which are often critical of the government. Additionally, minor Fallas celebrations occur throughout the region during this time. The origins of the festival date back to the Middle Ages when craftsmen burned old wood and artifacts to mark the arrival of spring. Today, the festival includes religious customs, such as the offering of flowers to Our Lady of the Forsaken.