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On the Costa Blanca, the calendar of events is particularly packed between mid-July and the end of August. In Dénia, Calpe, Altea, Benidorm, Villajoyosa, Alicante and Torrevieja, the programme features patron saint festivals, the Moors and Christians, maritime processions, open-air concerts, summer markets and cinema evenings. The CBM calendar brings together the key dates, including the date, time, venue and practical information to help you plan.
19 July, 10.00 pm – Summer Cinema: „Una película de Minecraft“
Playa Punta del Raset, Dénia. A cinema right on the beach: a hassle-free evening out for families and anyone looking for something to do after sunset.
22 July to 26 July – Music festival: Música al Castell
Castell de Dénia and Plaza del Consell. Five evenings of music in the historic centre: featuring La María, Maestro Espada, Mayte Martín, Luar na Lubre and Colla El Trapig. The concerts at the Castell start at 11.00 pm, with the finale featuring Colla El Trapig on Sunday at 8.30 pm in the Plaza del Consell.
26 July, 10.00 pm – Summer Cinema: „How to Train Your Dragon“
Playa Punta del Raset, Dénia. The second beach cinema screening in July is clearly aimed at families.
29 July – Cinema: „Rondallas“
Parque Les Bassetes, Dénia. A film night in the neighbourhood park, a little away from the hustle and bustle of the town centre in summer.
31 July – Concert: Coro Polifónico de la Universidad de La Laguna
Sala La Androna, Estación Marítima, Dénia. A choral concert in the marina, featuring a programme for audiences with an interest in classical music.
2 August, 10.00 pm – Summer Cinema: „Voy a pasármelo mejor“
Playa Punta del Raset, Dénia. Another date for the free summer cinema by the sea.
5 August – Concert: Rock Road Trio
Parque Les Bassetes, Dénia. Live music in the park: small-scale, local and without the big festival production.
6 August, 10.30 pm – XII Festival de Jazz: Sara Oschlag
Jardines de Torrecremada, Dénia. The jazz series kicks off with vocals, a stage and a late summer evening under the open sky.
9 August, 10.00 pm – Summer Cinema: „Evolution“
Playa Punta del Raset, Dénia. Free open-air cinema as part of the August programme.
12 August – Concert: Dársena Sound & Pepa Blasco
Parque Les Bassetes, Dénia. An evening of music as part of the „Cultura a les Bassetes“ neighbourhood programme.
13 August, 10.30 pm – XII Festival de Jazz: Joan Mar Sauqué Quintet
Jardines de Torrecremada, Dénia. A jazz event for those looking for more than just beach and party activities in August.
16 August, 10.00 pm – Summer Cinema: „Coartadas“
Playa Punta del Raset, Dénia. Spanish summer cinema on the beach – free and in a central location.
18 August – Sonafilm: A conversation with film composers
Dénia. The film music festival focuses not only on concerts, but also on discussions with the people behind the soundtracks.
19 August – Cinema: „Wolfgang“
Parque Les Bassetes, Dénia. Film night as part of Dénia’s park programme.
20 August, 10.30 pm – XII Festival de Jazz: Alex Conde Trio
Jardines de Torrecremada, Dénia. Jazz with a Spanish flavour and a late-night set.
21 August, 8.00 pm – Sonafilm: „Esencia de mujer“
Centre Social, Dénia. Film music evening as part of Sonafilm.
23 August, 10.00 pm – Summer Cinema: „Moon, mi amigo panda“
Playa Punta del Raset, Dénia. The final screening at the Cine Vora Mar open-air cinema.
27 August, 10.30 pm – XII Festival de Jazz: Lucy Wijnands Quintet
Jardines de Torrecremada, Dénia. The Jazz Summer comes to a close with an international flavour and a classic open-air atmosphere.
From 17 July to 19 July. July – Moraira’s Patron Saint’s Festivities: the final four days of the festivities
Town centre, harbour, Explanada del Castillo and Casal Festero, Moraira. Moraira brings its patron saint festivities in honour of the Virgen de los Desamparados and the Virgen del Carmen to a close with four action-packed days. The most important event for this seaside town is
On Friday 17 July, from 5.00 pm, the local tomato competition will showcase the very best produce from gardens in the surrounding area. At 11.00 pm, a Correfoc will wind its way through Moraira, after which the Noche Remember will begin.
Saturday belongs to the peñas. Following the tasting and prize-giving ceremony for the tomato competition at 10.00 am, the Correbars gets underway at 12.00 noon. At 2.00 pm, the peñas meet for a communal meal, and from 4.00 pm the charangas take over. The grand fancy dress parade begins at 7.30 pm, and the Noche de Peñas at 9.30 pm. From 12.30 am, the Orquesta Mito will be playing.
On Sunday, the festival draws to a close with the final Pasacalle at 12.00, a Cazalla tasting in the Plaza de la Iglesia at 12.30, and a large paella at 14.00. From 4.00 pm, the closing celebrations will take place at the Casal Festero. Programme for the Moraira Patron Saint’s Festivities 2026
23 July to 29 July – Fiestas de Sant Jaume
Benimarco Partida, Teulada-Moraira. The Fiestas de Sant Jaume are among the classic summer festivals of the rural Partidas between Teulada, Benissa and the coast. The focus is not on large-scale stage productions, but on the festival committee, the neighbourhood, communal meals, musical evenings and the Vaquillas. It is precisely this intimate setting that defines the character of the fiesta: many visitors know one another, families come together across generations, and the festival grounds become the heart of the Partida for several days. During the Vaquillas, it is essential to observe the barriers and safety instructions.
A 23 July, 9.30 am to 1.30 pm – Environmental workshop on the beach
Playa de l’Ampolla, Moraira. A morning outing to the beach, particularly suitable for families and children.
27 July to 4 August – Fiestas de Els Sants de la Pedra
Raval and Calle Calvo Sotelo, Teulada. The festivities in honour of Abdón and Senén, known locally as Els Sants de la Pedra, are closely linked to agriculture and rural traditions. The two saints are regarded as the protectors of the fields and harvests. In Teulada, this takes the form of a neighbourhood festival lasting several days, featuring communal dinners, verbenas, music and other local events. During this time, the Raval takes on a distinctly different atmosphere: tables are set up in the street, local residents and the festival committee organise the programme, and the evenings usually go on longer than usual.
A 30 July, 9.30 am to 1.30 pm – Environmental workshop on the beach
Playa de l’Ampolla, Moraira. The second session of the beach workshops in July.
A 1 August, 8.00 pm – Concert: Duende
Auditori Teulada Moraira. A concert evening at the Auditori for an audience that prefers the venue’s cultural programme in August.
2 August – XXX Swimming Crossing
From Playa El Portet to Playa l’Ampolla, Moraira. The open-water swim combines sporting activity with coastal scenery.
A 6 August, 9.30 am to 1.30 pm – Environmental workshop on the beach
Playa de l’Ampolla, Moraira. A morning programme by the sea with an environmental focus.
1 August to 9 August – Fiesta y Mercado Medieval
Teulada’s historic town centre. Market stalls, crafts, food and drink, and evening entertainment turn the town centre into a hub of activity for four days.
A 12 August, 8.00 pm – Ballet: „Swan Lake“
Auditori Teulada Moraira. Classical ballet as part of the auditorium’s summer programme.
A 13 August – Shopping Night
Moraira. Evening opening hours in the town centre: a collaboration between retailers, summer businesses and local restaurants.
14 August – Literature: „Poems on a Midsummer’s Night“
Font de l’Horta, Teulada. An open-air poetry evening, a quieter affair than the major fiesta events.
A 22 August – Election of the Festival Queens 2027
Plaza VI Centenari, Teulada. A ceremony to mark the run-up to the upcoming anniversary year.
24 August to 28 August – 11th Curts de Moscatell Short Film Festival
Auditori Teulada Moraira. A series of short films exploring the local Moscatell culture.
A 29 August – Moscatell Festival
Riurau, Teulada. Moscatell is an integral part of the Marina Alta’s identity; the festival puts this local agricultural tradition in the spotlight.
17. July to 6 September – Exhibition: „LLAR AL RAS“
Carrer Puríssima, Benissa. Summer exhibition in the town centre.
17 July to 19 July – Fiestas Pedramala
Partida Pedramala, Benissa. A small Partida festival with a local flavour, more of a neighbourhood celebration than a major event.
18 July – Weekly market
Calle Sant Josep, Benissa. Not a special event, but listed in the official calendar and convenient for Saturday morning.
18 July – Concert: Rondalla Cultural de Benissa
Plaça Rei Jaume I, Benissa. An evening of music featuring the local rondalla tradition.
18 July – Concert: Intercambio Colla El Riberer
41 Carrer Puríssima, Benissa. Brass band and traditional music as part of the local cultural programme.
18 July to Sunday 19 July – „Anem de Mará“
Avinguda de la Marina 307, Benissa. Philately and numismatics event as part of the summer programme.
21 July – Summer cinema: „F1: la película“
Plaça Germans Ivars, Benissa. Film night as part of the local summer programme.
23 July – Summer cinema by the sea: „Bambi, una vida en el bosque“
Playa de la Fustera, Benissa Costa. A seaside cinema, particularly suitable for families.
23 July to 30 July – Benimarco Festival
Benimarco, Benissa. One of the longer Partida festivals during the Benissa summer.
23 July to 20 August – Guided tour in French: „Atardeceres con historia“
Meeting point: Plaça Rei Jaume I, Benissa. An evening guided tour of the historic town centre, tailored to a French-speaking audience.
24 July to 26 July – Fiestas Lleus
Partida Lleus, Benissa. Three days of festivities in Partida Lleus, serving as a local meeting place.
26 July – Santa Ana Festival
Partida Santa Ana, Benissa. A small festival in the rural part of the municipality.
28 July – Summer Cinema: „Lilo & Stitch“
Plaça Germans Ivars, Benissa. Family film as part of the open-air programme.
29 July to 28 August – Moonlit nature walk along the Paseo Ecológico
Playa La Fustera, Benissa. An evening guided walk along the coastal path, ideal for anyone looking for a summer programme without a stage or loud music.
30 July – Summer cinema by the sea: „El 47“
Playa de la Fustera, Benissa Costa. Film screening as part of the coastal programme.
4 August – Summer Cinema: „Guillermo Tell“
Plaça Germans Ivars, Benissa. Film night as part of the August programme.
6 August – Summer cinema by the sea: „El Casoplón“
Playa de la Fustera, Benissa Costa. Open-air cinema by the coast.
8 August – Concert: Daisy’s Swing Band
Plaça Rei Jaume I, Benissa. Swing evening as part of the council’s summer programme.
11 August – Summer Cinema: „¿Quién es quién?“
Plaça dels Germans Ivars, Benissa. Film night as part of the local programme.
13 August – Summer Cinema by the Sea: „Los 4 Fantásticos: Primeros pasos“
Playa de la Fustera, Benissa Costa. Superhero film at the seaside open-air cinema.
15 August – Special Summer Stamp Fair
Calle Francisco Sendra, Benissa. Summer edition of the stamp fair.
18 August – Summer Cinema: „Mission: Impossible – Fallout“
Plaça Germans Ivars, Benissa. Action film in the summer programme.
20 August – Summer cinema by the sea: „Pitufos“
Playa de la Fustera, Benissa Costa. A family film set on the coast.
22 August – Concert: Cucumpà Orquesta
Passeig Joaquín Piera i Mariana Torres, Benissa. A concert evening as part of the August programme.
25 August – Summer Cinema: „Ponte en mi lugar de nuevo“
Plaça Germans Ivars, Benissa. A late August screening at the open-air cinema.
27 August – Summer Cinema by the Sea: „Jurassic World: El renacer“
Playa de la Fustera, Benissa Costa. Film night to mark the end of the August programme.
Until 27 August – Yoga by the coast
Benissa Costa. Regular free exercise sessions in the summer.
Until 31 August – Pilates at Playa La Fustera
Playa de la Fustera, Benissa. A regular summer event right on the coast.
17 July to 19 July – Fiestas de la Virgen del Carmen
Fishing port, Calpe. In Calpe’s fishing port, the Virgen del Carmen is not celebrated as a folkloric summer event, but as the patron saint of a profession that has shaped the town for decades. Fishermen, port operators, families and the festival committee organise the programme together. Key events include a mass, a procession through the harbour area, the laying of flowers and the maritime escort of the statue of the Virgin Mary. The fireworks display is traditionally one of the highlights. During the festival, visitors should expect limited parking and temporary road closures around the harbour, the Lonja and the approach to the Peñón.
17 July, 7.00 pm – Theatre tour: Dramatised tour of Cavanilles
Meeting point: Casa de Cultura, Calpe. Here, local history isn’t simply read out, but acted out.
18 July, 7.00 pm – Architectural tour: Edificios Bofill in English
La Manzanera, Calpe. The English version of the Bofill guide is also aimed at international residents.
20 July, 8.00 pm – Book launch: „Del Peñón de Ifach al río Guadalete“
Auditorio Casa de Cultura, Calpe. Literary event at the cultural centre; free admission subject to capacity.
22 July, 8.30 pm – Street theatre: „Quimera“
Plaza del Mediterráneo / La Fossa Promenade, Calpe. A mobile theatre format in a public space.
23 July, 7.30 pm – Architectural tour: Edificios Bofill in Spanish
La Manzanera, Calpe. Another guided tour of the Bofill buildings.
23 July, 10.00 pm – Cinema a la Mar
Playa La Fossa / Arenal-Bol, Calpe. The last beach cinema screening in July.
24 July, 7.00 pm – Theatre tour: Dramatised tour of Cavanilles
Meeting point: Casa de Cultura, Calpe. The final session of the dramatised guided tour in July.
25 July, 7.00 pm – Architectural tour: Edificios Bofill in French
La Manzanera, Calpe. Guided tour for French-speaking visitors.
25 July, 9.00 pm – Creampop Mini Festival
Plaza del Mediterrani, Playa La Fossa, Calpe. A small music festival right on the beach at La Fossa.
30 July, 7.30 pm – Architectural tour: Edificios Bofill in Spanish
La Manzanera, Calpe. The last Bofill guided tour in July.
30 July, 9.00 pm – Concert: Xirimiters del Carellot
Auditorio Casa de Cultura, Calpe. A concert with a local flavour at the cultural centre.
1 August to 31 August – Architectural tours: Edificios Bofill
Calpe. The Bofill guided tours will continue in August in several languages, including tours in Spanish, English and French.
8 August, 8.00 pm – Flamenco: „Al son del aire“
Auditorio Casa de Cultura, Calpe. Flamenco evening with free admission, subject to capacity.
11 August, 10.00 pm – Cinema a la Mar
Playa La Fossa / Arenal-Bol, Calpe. Open-air cinema in August.
12 August, 9.00 pm – Music show: „Colores del Sonido“
Auditorio Casa de Cultura, Calpe. A programme of music and light for a late summer’s evening.
13 August to Saturday 15 August – Calpe Pop Festival
Parque de la Creatividad, Calpe. Three days of pop and rock music featuring several well-known acts.
13 August, 10.00 pm – Cinema a la Mar
Playa La Fossa / Arenal-Bol, Calpe. Another film night on the beach.
A 14 August, 8.00 pm – Film music: Sonafilm
Auditorio Casa de Cultura, Calpe. Film music as part of the Sonafilm Festival.
18 August, 10.00 pm – Cinema a la Mar
Playa La Fossa / Arenal-Bol, Calpe. Open-air film night in August.
19 August, 9.00 pm – Music show: „La máquina del tiempo“
Auditorio Casa de Cultura, Calpe. A musical journey through time at the cultural centre.
20 August, 10.00 pm – Cinema a la Mar
Playa La Fossa / Arenal-Bol, Calpe. Summer cinema on the beach.
22 August, 8.00 pm – Theatre/Comedy: Rafa Maza with „Fabiolo“
Auditorio Casa de Cultura, Calpe. An evening’s entertainment combining theatre and comedy.
25 August, 10.00 pm – Cinema a la Mar
Playa La Fossa / Arenal-Bol, Calpe. The last beach cinema screening in August.
Until 31. August – Guided tours: Banys de la Reina
Banys de la Reina Archaeological Site, Calpe. Free guided tours of the Roman archaeological site; booking required.
Until 25 September – Zumba on the beach
Plaza Mediterrani / Playa La Fossa and Plaza Colón / Arenal-Bol, Calpe. Regular exercise sessions on the beach.
Until 24 July – Photography exhibition: Fotoxop L’Arbret Sant Joan d’Altea 2025
Casa de Cultura / Public Library, Altea. A photographic glimpse of one of the most important local festivals.
Until 6 September, daily from 7.00 pm to 12.30 am – Mostra d’Artesania
Plaça de l’Església, Altea. Arts and crafts in the old town, every evening until early September.
13 July to 26 August – Balconades
Altea’s Old Town. Art on balconies and façades: a stroll through the Old Town thus becomes a mini open-air gallery.
17 July to 2 September, 9.30 pm – Contes a la Fresca
Altea. A storytelling programme on summer evenings, with a stronger local cultural flavour than a traditional stage show.
17 July, 9.30 pm – Cinema in Valencian: „Bambi, una vida al bosc“
Plaça Mestre la Música, Altea. Film night as part of the Valencian-language summer programme.
18 July, 9.00 pm – Theatre: „Una carretera sense arbres“
Auditori Plaça de l’Aigua, Altea. A theatre event as part of the Alteatre summer programme.
23 July, 9.00 pm – Música a Boqueta Night: David Pastor Ensemble
Auditori Plaça de l’Aigua, Altea. An evening of jazz and brass music in the open air.
24 July to Saturday 3 October – Exhibition: „El Ser Humano – Der Mensch“
Casa Toni El Fuster / Fundació Schlotter, Altea. An exhibition with a German-Spanish title and a longer running time.
8 August – Castell de l’Olla
La Olla Bay, Altea. The fireworks display over the sea is one of the major August events on the Costa Blanca. The area around the bay gets very busy; you should plan your journey and parking well in advance.
Until the end of the year – Exhibition: „Espigolant seguissets“
Casa de Cultura, Altea. A long-running cultural event on ethnobotany and Carmelina Sánchez-Cutillas.
Until the end of the year, 5.00 pm to 8.00 pm – Exhibition: „50 pinturas“, Alberto Romero
Palau Altea. Permanent exhibition at the Palau Altea.
17 July to 19 July – Sports camp: BJJ Summer Camp
Pabellón La Muixara and Sport Combat Centre, La Nucía. Brazilian jiu-jitsu in a training camp format; more of a participants’ event than a traditional public evening.
20 July to Sunday 2 August – Volleyball: National Course Level III
Camilo Cano Pavilion, La Nucía. A training event for the volleyball community.
22 July, 7.30 pm – Paddle surfing at sunset
Benidorm / La Nucía Youth Programme. Summer activities for young people.
24 July to Saturday 25 July – KIA Padel Fest
Padelpoint La Nucía. A padel tournament with a festive atmosphere.
25 July – Presentation of the commemorative book
La Nucía. The event forms part of the run-up to the Festes d’Agost.
27 July to Friday 31 July – Cycling camp: La Nucía Coloma Bike Club
La Nucía. Summer camp for young cyclists.
27 July to Friday 7 August – Campus Nacional Badminton
La Muixara Pavilion, La Nucía. A badminton camp with a national scope.
1 August – Presentation of the Festival Queen
La Nucía. A ceremony to mark the start of the Festes d’Agost.
7 August to Sunday 9 August – Adidas Padel Tour
Padelpoint La Nucía. Padel tournament as part of the August programme.
8 August – Coronation / Coronación
La Nucía. A special event in the run-up to the Festes d’Agost.
10 August – Trip to Aqualandia
La Nucía Youth Programme. An event in the summer calendar, particularly relevant for families.
14 August to 18 August – Festes d’Agost, La Nucía
Town centre and Plaça Major, La Nucía. The Festes d’Agost are the biggest festival in the town’s annual calendar. The festivities are held in honour of the Mare de Déu de l’Assumpció and Sant Roc. For five days, the penyes take centre stage in the town centre, taking part in Despertaes, parades, the flower offering, musical events, Mascletaes and the grand costume parade.
The dates of 14 to 18 August have been officially confirmed for 2026. However, at the time of writing, the full daily programme – including times, stages, procession routes and traffic arrangements – was not yet available. For the purposes of the calendar, the festival programme can already be announced; specific main days and times should be added once the „Llibre de Festes“ has been published.
17 August to 23 August – Tennis Europe David Ferrer
Pistas David Ferrer, La Nucía. International tennis event. The official programme contains an inaccuracy in the date in the description; the date line itself states 17 to 23 August.
Until 31 August – Asociación Integra Campus
La Nucía. Asociación Integra’s summer programme; more of a service and participants’ event than a public event.
17 July to 19 July – Feast of the Virgin of Carmen
Sant Jaume i Santa Anna Church, the harbour, Paseo de Colón and the old town, Benidorm. Benidorm will kick off this year’s festivities on Thursday 16 July at 6.00 pm with a Mass at Sant Jaume i Santa Anna Church. This will be followed by the opening ceremony, the blessing and the presentation of the scapulars to the Marinera de Honor 2026.
The statue of the Virgin Mary is then carried in a procession to the harbour. From there, the maritime procession through the bay sets off on Thursday – meaning that in 2026 it will take place earlier than in previous years. On the water, the traditional blessings are performed and wreaths are laid in memory of those who have died at sea. Upon return, 21 gun salutes are fired. The Marinera de Honor recites a verse in honour of the patron saint from the balcony of the Fishermen’s Association before the statue is escorted back to the church.
On Saturday, 18 July, the flower-laying ceremony begins at 7.00 pm. The procession will proceed from the Paseo de Colón to the Plaza de la Señoría. There, the flowers and other wreaths will be laid in honour of the Virgen del Carmen and those who have lost their lives at sea. On Sunday 19 July, a grand mascletà will be set off at 2.00 pm in the Plaza de SS. MM. los Reyes de España. The events are open to the public; visitors should check with the city council for any special traffic and parking arrangements shortly before the event. Benidorm Town Council – Our Lady of Mount Carmel 2026.
22 July, 9.30 pm – Concerts al Castell: UMB Brass Band
Plaça del Castell, Benidorm. An open-air concert at one of the town’s classic evening venues.
23 July, 9.00 pm – „REC.ON(STRUCCIÓN)“ by Botproject
Parque de Foietes, Benidorm. A contemporary open-air theatre venue.
24 July to Sunday 26 July – San Jaime and Santa Ana
The Old Town and the Church of Sant Jaume i Santa Anna, Benidorm. The festival weekend takes us back to the historic centre of the town. Sant Jaume is closely linked to the church on the hill between Levante and Poniente and forms part of the Old Town’s local festival calendar. The festivities kick off on Friday with the FMP’s communal feast. This is followed on Saturday by San Jaime Day itself, with Santa Ana Day on Sunday. Although the programme is smaller in scale than the major November fiestas, for traditional Benidorm it is far more meaningful than many of the tourist-oriented summer events. Benidorm Festival Calendar 2026
29 July, 9.30 pm – Concerts al Castell: L’ensemble S.M. L’Illa
Plaça del Castell, Benidorm. An evening of open-air concerts.
8 August – Verbena Asociación de Peñas
Benidorm. Summer evening of the peñas in the official festival calendar.
15 August – Verbena FMP’25
15 August – Verbena of the Cofradía of Nuestra Señora de la Esperanza
Benidorm. Another Verbena event over the bank holiday weekend.
18 August – Sant Roc
Benidorm. A local festival listed in the official calendar of the Concejalía de Fiestas.
19 August, 9.30 pm – Concerts al Castell: Tribute to The Beatles
Plaça del Castell, Benidorm. The summer concert series at the Castell comes to a close.
18 July, 10.00 pm – Summer Cinema: „Wonka“
Finca Senyoreta l’Hort, Villajoyosa. Film night as part of the town’s summer programme.
24 July to 31 July – Moros y Cristianos in honour of Santa Marta
The old town, the beach and the main streets of Villajoyosa. La Vila celebrates one of the most famous Moros y Cristianos festivals in the province of Alicante. The festival commemorates the attack of 1538 and the legend according to which Santa Marta saved the town from being captured. For eight days, the processions of the Moorish and Christian sides dominate the streetscape, the music and the festivities.
On Friday 24 July, the Entrada de Bandas kicks off the main festival programme. On Saturday and Sunday, the parades of the Moorish and Christian Filaes take place, featuring intricately crafted costumes, music groups and accompanying processions. On Monday, the programme features the Alijo and the Embajadas.
The main event takes place on Tuesday, 28 July. The Desembarco begins on the beach before daybreak. Boats approach the coast, the Moorish troops land on the beach, and the historic battle is re-enacted with music, lighting and pyrotechnics. This is followed by the Embajada Cristiana and the Reconquista. On Wednesday 29 July, the town celebrates the feast day of Santa Marta. A paella competition and a children’s parade bring the week to a close.
On the days of the big parades, and especially during the Desembarco, access roads are closed and parking spaces are in short supply. If you’re heading to the beach, it’s worth arriving very early or using public transport. Tourism in La Vila Joiosa
25 July and 26 July – Moro and Cristiano parades
Villajoyosa. The Filaes parade through the town in their festive costumes, accompanied by music groups and processions.
27 July – Alijo and Embajadas
Villajoyosa. Ceremonies featuring the Contrabandistas, the Bedouins and the embassies ahead of the Desembarco.
30 July – Paella competition
Villajoyosa. A culinary hub during Santa Marta Week.
31 July – Pram Parade / Desfile Infantil de Carrozas
Villajoyosa. A family-friendly finale to the festival week.
1 August, 7.30 pm – Theatre/Family programme: „La Osa Estelar“
Parque Censal, Villajoyosa. An early evening event for families.
1 August, 9.30 pm – Theatre/Circus: „Los viajes de Bowa“
Parque Censal, Villajoyosa. An evening of circus and theatre in the open air.
2 August, 7.00 pm – Family programme: „Coser y cantar“
Jardín Doña Concha La Barbera, Villajoyosa. Children’s theatre by the Teloncillo Teatro company.
2 August, 8.15 pm – Street theatre: „Rosa de Paper“
Finca Senyoreta l’Hort, Villajoyosa. Street theatre as part of the summer programme.
17 July, 9.00 pm – Verano de Músicas: Vera Lu Quintet
Plaza del Ayuntamiento, Alicante. A jazz evening in the Town Hall Square.
17 July, 10.00 pm – Cine de Verano en Cigarreras: „Mars Express“
Las Cigarreras Cultural Centre, Alicante. Film night with live music.
19 July, 8.00 pm – Verano en Parques: Tararos Rock
Parque Canalejas, Alicante. Family and music programme in the park.
19 July, 8.00 pm – Verano de Músicas: Alicante Municipal Symphonic Band
Plaza del Ayuntamiento, Alicante. Concert by the municipal band.
22 July to 26 July – Fiestas de San Gabriel
Barrio de San Gabriel, Alicante. A neighbourhood festival featured in the official calendar of traditional festivals.
23 July, 8.00 pm – Verano de Músicas: Alicante Municipal Symphonic Band
Plaza del Ayuntamiento, Alicante. Another concert in the summer series.
24 July, 9.00 pm – Verano de Músicas: José Soriano, „Tronía“
Plaza del Ayuntamiento, Alicante. An evening of dance and flamenco in the city centre.
24 July, 10.00 pm – Cine de Verano en Cigarreras: „El día de la bestia“
Las Cigarreras Cultural Centre, Alicante. Classic films in the summer cinema programme.
25 July, 9.00 pm – Verano de Músicas: Agrupación Musical SCD Carolinas
Plaza del Ayuntamiento, Alicante. An evening of music as part of the city’s summer programme.
26 July, 7.30 pm – Verano en Parques: Grandparents’ Day
Monte Tossal, Alicante. Family-friendly programme.
26 July, 8.00 pm – Verano de Músicas: „Tarde de Zarzuela“
Plaza del Ayuntamiento, Alicante. An evening of zarzuela with a choir and a band.
30 July, 9.00 pm – Verano de Músicas: María Carbonell Blues Mood
Plaza del Ayuntamiento, Alicante. Blues and R&B in the Town Hall Square.
31 July, 9.00 pm – Verano de Músicas: Pilar Arejo „Retorno“
Plaza del Ayuntamiento, Alicante. Concert evening as part of the summer series.
31 July, 10.00 pm – Cine de Verano en Cigarreras: „Robot Dreams“
Las Cigarreras Cultural Centre, Alicante. Film night with live music.
1 August, 9.00 pm – Verano de Músicas: L’Harmonia Societat Musical d’Alacant
Plaza del Ayuntamiento, Alicante. A concert taking the audience on a journey through the soundscapes of Spain and the Caribbean.
2 August, 8.00 pm – Verano en Parques: „El día de Ramiro“
Parque El Palmeral, Alicante. Theatre and family entertainment in the park.
7 August, 9.00 pm – Blues and Jazz in Cigarreras: Danny Boy Blues Band & Pablo Sanpa
Las Cigarreras Cultural Centre, Alicante. The blues and jazz programme kicks off in August.
7 August, 9.00 pm – Verano de Músicas: Slideboy Vegas & his blues buddies
Plaza del Ayuntamiento, Alicante. A blues evening as part of the council’s music programme.
8 August, 9.00 pm – Verano de Músicas: Sociedad Musical La Amistad de Villafranqueza
Plaza del Ayuntamiento, Alicante. Concert by the Sociedad Musical La Amistad.
9 August, 7.30 pm – Verano de Músicas: Alicante Municipal Symphonic Band
Plaza del Ayuntamiento, Alicante. Evening concert by the municipal band.
9 August, 8.00 pm – Verano en Parques: „Las historias de Marie“
Parque La Marjal, Alicante. Family activities in the park.
13 August to 16 August – Fiestas de San Roque
Barrio de San Roque, Alicante. San Roque is one of Alicante’s most traditional neighbourhood festivals. The celebrations take place above the old town, in the immediate vicinity of the Castillo de Santa Bárbara. The neighbourhood is narrow, steep and has a strong sense of community – and it is precisely this that defines the character of the fiesta. Religious ceremonies, music, communal meals and street events bring residents and visitors together. Unlike the major Hogueras festivals, the focus here is not on the whole city but on a historic neighbourhood. Access by car is restricted; walking from the city centre is usually the more practical option. Alicante City Council
13 August, 7.30 pm – Verano de Músicas: Alicante Municipal Symphonic Band
Plaza del Ayuntamiento, Alicante. Concert as part of the summer programme.
14 August to 16 August – Festivals in the Albufereta, Cabo de la Huerta and Playa de San Juan residential estates
Alicante. Summer festivals in private residential estates along the coast.
14 August, 9.00 pm – Verano de Músicas: „Our Last Summer: A Mamma Mia Story“
Plaza del Ayuntamiento, Alicante. An evening of music organised by the Asociación Cultural Aura.
14 August, 9.00 pm – Blues and Jazz in Cigarreras: Eva Romero & Gypsy Swing Quintet
Las Cigarreras Cultural Centre, Alicante. A swing and jazz evening as part of the Cigarreras programme.
15 August, 7.30 pm – Verano de Músicas: Alicante Municipal Symphonic Band
Plaza del Ayuntamiento, Alicante. Closing event of the city’s summer music programme.
16 August, 8.00 pm – Verano en Parques: „The Mofly, Bupy and Gum Show“
Parque Lo Morant, Alicante. Family activities in the park.
21 August, 9.00 pm – Blues and Jazz at Cigarreras: The Sara Gee & Ramblin’ Matt Band
Las Cigarreras Cultural Centre, Alicante. Third evening of the blues and jazz series.
23 August, 7.30 pm – Verano en Parques: Stories in Your Pocket
Parque Canalejas, Alicante. Storytelling and family activities in the park.
28 August to 30 August – Festivals in private residential estates in the rest of the city
Alicante. More summer celebrations in housing estates outside the coastal areas.
28 August, 9.00 pm – Blues and Jazz in Cigarreras: Rambla Jazz Band
Las Cigarreras Cultural Centre, Alicante. Closing night of the blues and jazz series.
30 August, 8.00 pm – Verano en Parques: Factor Onírico in concert
Monte Tossal, Alicante. Concert as part of the park programme.
19 July to 25 July, 10.00 pm – 72nd International Habaneras and Polyphony Choir Competition
Torrevieja Municipal Theatre. The Habaneras Competition is one of the city’s key cultural events and is firmly rooted in Torrevieja’s musical identity.
22 July – Environmental workshops on Cabo Cervera and Los Locos beaches
Torrevieja. Coastal environmental programme at two beaches.
31 July, until Sunday 2. August – Low Festival, Torrevieja
Antonio Soria Park, Torrevieja. Music festival as part of the summer programme.
31 July, 7.00 pm – Candlelight: ABBA & Queen
Torrevieja Municipal Theatre. Pop classics performed by candlelight.
1 August – Paya’s Bowl Over: Final Dance League
Torrevieja Municipal Theatre. Dance show in the summer programme; please check the ticket page for the time before going to the theatre.
5 August – Environmental workshop at Playa del Cura
Torrevieja. A beach outing with an environmental focus.
8 August to 15 August – Brilla Torrevieja 2026
Parque Antonio Soria, Torrevieja. A music festival lasting several days in August, featuring a number of evening events.
12 August – Environmental workshop at the Paseo Juan Aparicio
Torrevieja. Coastal and environmental events in the summer programme.
14 August, 8.00 pm – Flamenco: „Solera, Salero y Compás“
Torrevieja Municipal Theatre. An evening of flamenco featuring song and dance.
15 August – Brilla Torrevieja: Leiva
Parque Antonio Soria, Torrevieja. One of the main evenings of the Brilla Festival.
19 August – Environmental workshop at Playa Los Náufragos
Torrevieja. Another beach event as part of the environmental programme.
23 August, 9.00 pm – Theatre: „Lo que callamos a los 30“
Torrevieja Municipal Theatre. An evening of theatre as part of the local cultural programme.
26 August – Environmental workshop at Cala Piteras
Torrevieja. The final August session of the environmental workshops on the coast.
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