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In Benidorm, music groups and festival societies parade through the streets; Cocentaina is transformed into a huge historical market square; and in Teulada, groups of people from the same year group gather for the Festa de Santa Catalina. There are also concerts to mark Santa Cecilia, regional autumn markets and traditional celebrations
Trade has been going on in Cocentaina for almost seven centuries, Benidorm celebrates its patron saints for a full six days, and in Teulada, entire age groups come together to celebrate at the end of November. Anyone wishing to discover the Costa Blanca away from the major events will find plenty of opportunities to do so in November.
There are considerable differences between the towns: whilst in Cocentaina traders, craftspeople and agricultural exhibitors take centre stage, Benidorm’s patron saint’s festival revolves around processions, music and the local festival committees. In Altea and Teulada, on the other hand, the focus is on the music surrounding the feast of Santa Cecilia.
30 October–1 November | Cocentaina – All Saints’ Fair
A fair dating back to 1346 needs no artificial backdrop. In Cocentaina, the town centre is transformed into a huge market square on the last weekend in October, featuring agricultural machinery, arts and crafts, historic market areas, regional food and a packed cultural programme.
The 680th edition of the Fira de Tots Sants will take place from 30 October to 1 November. Exhibitors will be able to open their stalls as early as Thursday evening, 29 October.
Among the best-known sections are the medieval market and the Arab souk. Alongside these, companies, craftspeople and farms showcase their products. The fair thus combines a modern marketplace with a centuries-old tradition.
Key programme highlights:
29 October | 6.00 pm | Early opening of the stalls
30 October | 11.00 am | Official opening at Plaça del Pla
1 November | 9 am | Traditional fair breakfast at Pla de la Font, featuring regional specialities and dancing; admission: 5 euros
1 November | 11.00 am | DJ Hukxo – Tasting Area
1 November | 1.00 pm | El Canto del Lobo – A tribute to El Canto del Loco
1 November | 5.00 pm | Karrascot – punk rock
1 November | 7.00 pm | DJ Saak
1 November | 8.30 pm | A Journey to the Heart of the Circus – La Fam Teatre, Plaça del Pla
Information and full programme: https://www.firadecocentaina.org/
CBM TIP | 1 November – Cocentaina
Anyone wishing to experience the fair’s historical aspects in particular should visit the medieval market, the craft areas and the agricultural exhibitions. There, you can see why the Fira de Tots Sants remains an important meeting place for traders and producers to this day.
CBM EXPLANER | What is a ‘fira’?
The Valencian term Fira refers to a fair or market. Many firas originated as trading centres for agricultural produce, livestock and handicrafts. Today, alongside traditional trade, they often feature food and drink, cultural events and family activities.
6–11 November | Benidorm – Patron Saint’s Festival
When Benidorm celebrates its patron saints, the town belongs to the festival committees for a few days. The Feast of the Patron Saint of Majors In honour of the Virgen del Sufragio and Sant Jaume Apòstol, religious traditions are combined with music, processions, fireworks and an extensive programme of street events.
The celebrations will take place from 6 to 11 November 2026. Numerous events will be held in the historic centre and in the main squares.
The depiction of the discovery of the Virgen del Sufragio plays a special role. This tradition is closely linked to the history of Benidorm and is one of the most important traditions of the patron saint’s festival.
In addition, the local peñas play a key role in the festivities. These festive societies organise joint activities, take part in parades and ensure that celebrations take place in many streets throughout the festival.
Visitors should expect temporary traffic restrictions in the areas where the parades and events are taking place.
The main features of the festival week:
The town of Benidorm has confirmed the dates of 6 to 11 November. The exact times of the individual festival events can be found in the latest municipal programme.
Information: https://benidorm.org/
CBM TIP | Benidorm’s patron saint festivals
Anyone who has so far associated Benidorm mainly with beaches and high-rise buildings should visit the historic centre during the patron saint’s festivities. The processions and the re-enactment of the story of the Virgen del Sufragio in particular demonstrate just how deeply the town is rooted in its local traditions.
CBM GUIDE | What are Peñas?
Peñas are organised social clubs that play a central role in many Spanish patron saint festivals. Their members take part in parades, organise events and meet in their own clubhouses. In Benidorm, the peñas have long been an integral part of the town’s social life.
12 Nov | Benidorm – Fancy Dress Party
After the patron saint’s festivities, Benidorm comes alive once more with noise and colour. At the Fancy Dress Party, the international community takes over the Rincón de Loix. Elaborate costumes, music and street parties are the hallmarks of the event.
The town is expecting more than 30,000 participants and visitors. Around 20 floats and dance groups are set to take part in the parade.
Large crowds are expected, particularly around Gerona, Mallorca and Lepanto streets.
Start: 2.00 pm
Information: https://benidorm.org/
14–15 November | Moraira – Ugly Day
Harley-Davidson motorbikes, stunts and live music take centre stage at Ugly Day in Moraira.
The event is scheduled for 14 and 15 November. The programme includes a motorbike display and various demonstrations.
Information: https://info-teulada-moraira.com/es/informacion-de-la-ciudad/cultura-vida-urbana/fiestas/calendario-de-fiestas/
14–21 November | Teulada – Santa Cecilia
In Teulada, music takes centre stage in November. The festivities in honour of Santa Cecilia, the patron saint of musicians, take place from 14 to 21 November.
The events take place across the historic centre and the Auditori Teulada Moraira. The local music societies, in particular, play a key role in the festivities.
As in many towns in the Comunitat Valenciana, music is an important part of social life here. Many families have had links with music societies and orchestras for generations.
Date: 14–21 November
Venues: Teulada Historic Centre and the Teulada Moraira Auditorium
Information: https://info-teulada-moraira.com/es/informacion-de-la-ciudad/cultura-vida-urbana/fiestas/calendario-de-fiestas/
14 November–5 December | Altea – Santa Cecilia
In Altea, too, Santa Cecilia is celebrated with a series of events. The Societat Filharmònica Alteanense organises concerts, musical gatherings and activities for young people.
The programme kicks off on 14 November with a concert by the Banda Sinfónica at the Palau Altea. This will be followed on 21 November by, amongst other things, the traditional parade to welcome new musicians.
Programme:
14 November | 7.00 pm | Concert by the Banda Sinfónica SFA – Palau Altea, suggested donation: 5 euros
15 Nov | 7.00 pm | Orquesta de Pulso y Púa – Altea Community Centre
21 November | 11.00 am | Children’s activities organised by the EsMuAltea Music School
21 November | from 4.15 pm | Parade and induction of new musicians
21 November | 6.30 pm | Mass in honour of Saint Cecilia with the SFA Choir – Iglesia Nuestra Señora del Consuelo
28 November | 7.00 pm | Performance by the Orquestra Blava – Palau Altea
The series of events runs until early December.
Information: https://www.sfaltea.com/es/agenda/
CBM EXPLANER | Why do the Santa Cecilia music societies hold celebrations?
22 November is the feast day of Saint Cecilia, who is regarded as the patron saint of musicians. In the Comunitat Valenciana, music societies and brass bands hold particular social significance. That is why, in many places, Saint Cecilia is celebrated not only with concerts, but also with parades and the induction of new musicians.
27–29 November | Teulada – Festa de Santa Catalina
At the end of November, the age groups come together in Teulada. The Festa de Santa Catalina combines religious traditions with communal meals, processions and public celebrations.
In particular, the Mig Any de Quintades Saturday is one of the highlights of the social calendar. People from different age groups get together, celebrate as one and uphold a tradition that is still very much alive in many Valencian communities today.
Programme:
27 Nov | Cena popular – a communal feast
28 Nov | Mig Any de Quintades – Year Group Festival
29 November | Procession and Mascletà
Information: https://info-teulada-moraira.com/es/informacion-de-la-ciudad/cultura-vida-urbana/fiestas/calendario-de-fiestas/
CBM EXPLANER | What are quintades?
As Quintades In many Valencian towns, this term refers to groups of people born in the same year. Originally, the term was linked to conscription into military service. Today, the ‘quintades’ organise joint celebrations, meals and get-togethers. In some towns, these age-based groups remain closely knit for decades.
1 November | Costa Blanca – All Saints’ Day
On 1 November, flowers are a familiar sight in cemeteries across Spain. Families visit the graves of their loved ones, bring floral arrangements and attend memorial services.
All Saints’ Day, in Spanish All Saints' Day, falls on a Sunday in 2026. In the Comunitat Valenciana, no additional public holiday is scheduled for Monday 2 November.
In many local authorities, special cemetery opening hours or additional traffic arrangements apply around All Saints’ Day. These are announced by the respective town halls.
22 October–22 November | Dénia – 28th Tapas Route
48 restaurants and bars, a wide variety of small dishes and a fixed price: the 28th edition of the Ruta de Tapas is taking place in Dénia until 22 November.
Each participating establishment creates its own tapa. Visitors can enjoy the selection for 4.50 euros. The event is organised by guíaME Comunicació in collaboration with AEHTMA and the Ayuntamiento de Dénia.
The audience can get involved too: they can submit reviews via the event materials and the Rutappa app. Various prizes will be raffled off amongst the participants.
Date: 22 October to 22 November
Participating organisations: 48
Price: 4.50 euros per tapa dish
Information: https://denia.net/agenda/xxviii-ruta-de-tapas-2/
CBM TIP | Tapas Trail in Dénia
If you’d like to try out several restaurants, you should have a look at the list of participating restaurants beforehand. The variety of tapas on offer is particularly interesting: each restaurant creates its own version, so even if you visit several places, you’ll be able to sample a wide range of different dishes.
Anyone who would prefer to enjoy opera, rock, comedy or photography in November will find the relevant programme in the separate CBM events calendar „The Costa Blanca in November 2026: The best events and cultural highlights“.
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