The „Jornada de recogida de residuos“ is scheduled for 16 November in Calpe: an event in which both locals and foreigners clean up the harbour and salt pans by collecting waste from the harbour basin. The meeting point is the IMEDMAR-UCV marine station. The event is part of Calpe's Science Week and is being organised for the eighth time. (Environmental protection action)
Also on 16 November, Calpe celebrates the „Día de la Infancia“ in the Parc de la Creatividad. At this event, the youngest visitors can take part in workshops, have their faces painted and play with wooden games. The festival is accompanied by a craft market for young and old. (Children's festival)
On 17 November, the play „El Trastero“ will be performed at the Auditorio de Calpe. This play is part of the National Amateur Theatre Competition held in honour of Antonio Ferrer - El Cartero. The competition ends on 24 November with the performance of the play „Coplas del Alma“ and the announcement of the winners. (amateur theatre play/ play)
On 23 November, the concert „Santa Cecilia“ will be held in the Auditorio to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Unió Musical Calp-Ifach. (concert)
Also on 23 November, the Parque de la Creatividad invites you to the „Pasaje del Terror“. For young people aged 12 to 14, the gruesome spectacle starts at 20:00 and ends at 22:00. For older participants aged 15 and over, it continues from 22:00 until midnight. (Fiesta)
On 27 November, an event entitled „Calladita estás más guapa” will take place at the Sede Universitaria Casa Nova. It is a panel discussion on the topic of violence against women through language, moderated by professors from the University of Alicante, as part of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women (25N). (Talk and discussion)
On 28 November, „Tango“ will be performed in the Saló Blau of the Casa de Cultura - part of the „Festival Internacional de Música de Otoño“ in Calpe. (Dance show)
On 29 November, the Unió Musical Calp-Ifach will perform the „Concierto de la Banda Juvenil“ in the Saló Blau of the Casa de Cultura. (concert)
On 30 November, the Auditorio will host a gala to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Casa de Cultura. (Celebration)
On 1 December, the „Concierto de Navidad“ by the Unió Musical Calp-Ifach will take you through Calle La Fuente to the historic centre of Calpe. (Christmas concert)
On 4 December, a charity gala is held at the Casa de Cultura, where the play „Cascanueces“ (The Nutcracker) is performed. (theatre play)
From 8 December to 6 January 2025, a nativity scene can be admired in the Parroquia Nuestra Señora Virgen de la Merced. (Christmas exhibition)
On 12 December, the „XII Festival de Música de Otoño“ will take place at the Casa de Cultura. The pianist Óscar Olivier will play the „Chopin Nocturnes“ there. (Piano concert)
Finally, on 14 December, another „Concierto de Navidad“ will take place in Calle La Fuente and in the historic centre, similar to the concert on 1 December that passes through Calpe. (Christmas concert)
On 21 November at 19:30, the book „Encontrando el Norte“ will be presented at the Casa de Cultura. (Book presentation)
On 22 November at 19:30, the opera „Madame Butterfly“ is on the programme. This moving story of love, loss, betrayal and sacrifice is one of the most popular operas and never fails to captivate audiences. (Opera)
On 23 November, Palau Altea will host the musical spectacle „Luces, Cámara, Acción!“, presented by Strad & Cía. This entertaining show offers an exciting adventure with the most fascinating soundtracks. (Musical)
On 28 November at 18:00, the book „El Islam sin Velo“ will be presented at the Casa de Cultura. (Book presentation)
On 30 November, the classic „Cuento de Navidad“ will be performed at the Palau de Altea. The story of Ebenezer Scrooge, who discovers his love for Christmas through his encounter with the Christmas spirits, has lost none of its magic over the years and has become an essential work for everyone. (theatre play)
On 5 December at 19:30, the books „Petal“ and „Cartes al Mar“ will be presented at the Casa de Cultura. (Book presentation)
On 12 December at 19:30, the book „Diaris Creuats“ will be presented at the Casa de Cultura. (Book presentation)
The show „La Magia de Jandro“ is on the programme at the Palau de Altea on 14 December. This humorous performance comes from the well-known Spanish comedian Jandro, who also worked for the TV show „El Hormiguero“ on Antena 3. (Comedy)
Santa Cecilia festival in Altea:
The concert „Concierto en Honor a Santa Cecilia“, performed by the Banda Simfònica de la Societat Filharmònica from Altea, will take place on 15 November at 20:30 in the Palau Altea.
On 17 November, the same group will present the „Concert de l'Orquestra de Pols i Pua“ at 20:00 in the Església Sant Francesc.
On 22nd November at 20:00, Altea will host the audition of the trumpet class of the Altea and EsMuAltea Conservatory („Audición del aula de trompeta del Conservatorio Altea y EsMuAltea“).
To mark the 50th anniversary of CIMALTEA, a symphony concert by the Banda Sinfónica Nacional de Colombia, organised by the Societat Filharmònica d'Altea, will take place on 5 December at the Palau Altea. The „Festival de Xarangues“ follows on 6 December with numerous activities and workshops for children as well as a concert by EsMuAltea. The celebration ends on the night of 8 December at 00:30 with the performance „Artista del Gremio“. The crowning finale is a concert in the Palau de Altea on 7 December at 17:00 entitled „50 Certamen Internacional de Bandes de Música Vila d'Altea“. (Religious festival)
On 23 November, the show „aLUZina“ by Nacho Diago will be performed at the Teatre Auditori la Vila Joiosa. This magic show takes the audience on a journey through light and shadow to reflect on the importance of wonder in our lives. The piece combines theatre, illusionism, shadow plays, humour and visual poetry in a sophisticated production. (Magic & Theatre)
On 22 December, the musical „Un sueño de Juguetes“ will be presented for the whole family at the Teatre Auditori la Vila Joiosa. A girl is locked in a toy shop until a toy suddenly comes to life. Popular Disney songs and well-known children's songs are performed. (Children's musical)
28 November “TV Móvil Finestrat“ In the Plaza de la Unión Europea, a mobile technical inspection (I.T.V.) for agricultural vehicles, motorbikes up to 125 cc and mopeds will take place. The aim of this initiative is to make it easier for the residents of Finestrat to get their vehicles inspected and to improve road safety.
On 1 December, the play „Apolíticamente Correcto“ will be performed in the Salón de Actos of the Casa de Cultura. In this new programme, Luis Piedrahita presents a sharp-witted and humorous monologue on the subject of freedom, with topics such as electric eels, pubic hair, soya milk, rain and freedom of expression in its sights. (Theatre / Monologue)
This year, Teulada-Moraira is sending out a strong signal against gender-based violence and is offering a varied programme from 22 November to 1 December to promote equal rights and economic independence:
22 November - The lecture „Emprender para no depender“ by René Aguilar will be held in the Auditori Teulada-Moraira. This inspiring lecture, accompanied by a workshop organised by the Asociación Internacional de Mujeres Emprendedoras, is dedicated to the entry into economic independence, especially for women.
25 November - On the occasion of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, a public reading of the manifesto will be held in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento. Students from IES Teulada and CEIP Sant Vicent Ferrer will actively participate in this event.
25 November to 1 December - During this week, the public buildings in Teulada-Moraira will be lit up in purple to show solidarity. A banner with the names of the women who were victims of violence in 2024 will also be displayed on the town hall balcony. This commemorative action is being organised in collaboration with the Xarxa de Dones de Teulada Moraira. (25N, International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women)
The Santa Cecilia festival, in honour of the patron saint of music, will be celebrated in Teulada again this year with several musical events. From 9 to 16 November, the community can look forward to a varied programme that will attract music lovers in particular
On 15 November, the concert „Et Sona?“ will take place in the Auditori Teulada-Moraira, presented by the youth band of the Agrupación Musical Cultural de Teulada.
On 16 November, the festivities will come to a close with the concert „Viajando Hacia la Eternidad“, which will also take place in the Auditori Teulada-Moraira. The Banda Sinfónica of the Agrupación Musical Cultural de Teulada will bring the Santa Cecilia festival to a festive close with this concert. (Religious festivities & concerts)
(Due to the disaster in Valencia, all concerts will be dedicated to the families affected by the DANA).
On 16 and 17 November, the „IV Ugly Day Moraira“ will take place on the Paseo del Senillar in Moraira. This event offers a variety of activities, including a bike show, stunt rider demonstrations and entertaining „Ugly Challenges“. (Fiesta)
On 17 November, the comedy „La Mar Salada“ by the Teatro Portitxolet de Moraira will be performed at the Auditori Teulada-Moraira. The performance will take place in the Salón de Actos Tina Bru. (Comedy)
On 30 November, the opera „Tosca“ by G. Puccini, an outstanding work of the Italian verismo repertoire, will be performed at the Auditori Teulada-Moraira. (Opera)
On 7 December at 8pm, the concert „American Jazz & Blues“ will be presented at the Auditori Teulada-Moraira, with Joey Sommerville and special guests Dara Carter and Tyler Neal. (Jazz concert)
On 22 December, „Swing A la Mar“ will take place in the Plaza Comare Maruja Varó in the port of Xàbia. Visitors can enjoy a swing exhibition and a concert by Le Pompe Swing Quintet and Clandestí. (Dance)
The exhibition „Todo Encaja“ by the artist Luis Mena has been on display at the IB Galería de Arte since 26 October. The exhibition is open until 1 December from Monday to Saturday until 14:00. On Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays also after 17:00. (Art exhibition)
From 18 October to 25 January 2025, the tribute exhibition to Antonio Llidó will be held at the Fundación Cirne in Xàbia. (Art exhibition)
The photo exhibition „Horts Urbans“ can be viewed in the Casa de la Cultura until 23 November. It is open from Monday to Friday from 11:00 to 14:00 and from 17:00 to 21:00. On Saturdays, the exhibition can be visited from 10.30 am to 1.30 pm. (Photography exhibition)
From 13 to 17 November, the „X Festival De Dansa Contemporània“ will take place at the Casa de la Cultura in Dénia. The event includes several performances of contemporary music and dance. (Dance shows)
On 19 November, the romantic silent film „El Gato Montés“ will be shown at the Teatro Auditori in Dénia, accompanied by live music from the Wildcat Quartet. (Film screening)
On 19 November at 19:30, soprano Eva Zalenga and pianist Teodora Oprisor will perform. The concert is being organised in collaboration with the Schubertiada de Vilabertran and the LIED THE FUTURE project. (concert)
On 23 November at 19:00, the „Concert Santa Cecilia“ will be performed in the Auditorio del Centre Social. (Religious concert)
The „Meet Mr Rabbit“ concert will take place on 25 November. The international quintet will perform music by Johnny Hodges. (concert)
On 26 November, the children's book „Ulisses“ will be read aloud at the Agencia de Lectura in Jesús Pobre on Plaza Pou de la Murtera. Another reading of the book will follow on 29 November at the Agencia de Lectura de Xara in Calle de les Escoles. (Children's book reading)
As part of the „Dénia International Piano Festival“, the concert „Jeux d'eau - Juegos de agua“ with pianist Gaia Federico Caporiccio from Switzerland will take place on 28 November. On 7 December, the Franz Liszt Centre Chamber Orchestra will present a classical concert in the Teatro Auditorio. (Classical Music Festival / Concert)
On 30 November, the „Carrer Solidaria - Ruta 091“ will be held in Dénia, a solidarity run to mark the 200th anniversary of the National Police. The start and finish line will be in Marqués de Campos street. (Solidarity run)
The patron saint festivities in honour of Santa Rafel take place in La Nucía from 7 to 17 November: The focus is on the transfer of the „Santíssim Sacrament“ from Polop to La Nucía on Saturday, 16 November, as well as the festival in honour of „Sant Rafel“, the co-patron saint of La Nucía, on Sunday, 17 November. A highlight of these festivities is the traditional run on Sunday 17 November, the day of Sant Rafel.
The „costaleros“ carry the statue of Sant Rafel along a route of more than a kilometre through the streets of the city, accompanied by the rhythm of fireworks. This unique procession leads from the church in Plaça Major to the saint's hermitage.
The festive route with fireworks starts at 13:45, immediately after the procession in which the image of Sant Rafel is brought back to the „Capelleta“ (chapel). The festival finally ends at 14:00 with an impressive „mascletà“ (firework display) in Carrer Ermita.
On the 17th of November at 19:00 in Auditori La Nucia „Ara Malikaian“ will take place. This show is part of the Intruso World Tour of the Lebanese-Armenian violinist (violin concerto)
On 30 November at 20:00, Auditori La Nucia will host „The Great songs of Dire Straits”, hailed by European fans as the best tribute show of the British band to date (tribute concert)
On 15 December at 18:30 in Auditori La Nucia „Gospel Factory”, a choir founded in 2005 at the Escuela de Música Creativa in Madrid (concert), will take place
On 16 November at 19:30, the „Concierto de la Banda Juvenil“ will take place at the Centro de Arte Taller, presented by the Sociedad Lírica y Musical Benissa. (Children's concert)
On 17 November, Dani Miquel will be performing with „Los Mamemimomúsics“ on Paseo Joaquín Piera y Mariana Torres. From 12:00 to 14:00 children can enjoy the event with music and bouncy castles. (Children's event)
In Benissa, film screenings take place in the Salón Cultural (Calle Padre Andrés Ivars):
On 16 and 17 November, the film „La habitacion de al lado” will be shown, a Spanish film about literature, illness, drama and friendship. Screenings on 16 November at 19:00 and 22:00 and on 17 November at 18:00 and 21:00. (from 12)
On 23 and 24 November, the film „Soy Nevenka” will be shown, a drama based on true events and dealing with topics such as sexual abuse and politics. Screenings on 23 November at 19:00 and 22:00 and on 24 November at 18:00 and 21:00. (from 12)
On 30 November and 1 December, the film „Escape” will be shown, a Spanish thriller that deals with the subject of prison escapes. Showings on 30 November at 19:00 and 22:00 and on 1 December at 18:00 and 21:00. (from 16)
