La Tomatina! Essential Tips for Surviving the World’s Largest Food Fight

Everything You Need to Know About Spain’s Epic Tomato Fight

La Tomatina is the notorious festival where thousands of participants throw tomatoes in a frenzy of red. It is considered the world’s biggest food fight and held every last Wednesday of August in the small town of Buñol. Located about an hour from the amazing coastal city of Valencia, La Tomatina is a chaotic battle-royale that attracts travelers from across the globe. In this ultimate travel guide, we’ll share our experience and everything you need to survive this insane festival!

How did La Tomatina Start?

Before we begin preparation for the most epic/disgusting fight of your life, let’s start with a little history. Although the exact origin remains unclear, legends claim a brawl began in the streets and a food cart was knocked over. The ruffians began throwing tomatoes at each other marking the initial spot for the famous festival. Regardless of the story’s legitimacy, every year over 20,000 tourists flock to the city in order to chase their tomatoey dreams and cross this crazy event off their bucket list.