Best of this week:
- Spring Festival 2026 in Rabasa
- ADDA Simfònica: My Homeland
- Kraken + Sylvania at Sala Marearock
- Abbey Road – The Beatles tribute at Teatro Principal
- Exposición del Ninot, film festival, children’s workshops and stand-up comedy
Below is a selection of events in Alicante and nearby this week: concerts, theatre, festivals, exhibitions, cinema, family plans and stand-up comedy from 28 to 31 May 2026. Each event includes the venue, time, price and a link to buy tickets or check the event page. We recommend checking the latest schedule before going.
Where to stay in Alicante for the weekend?
Planning Spring Festival, concerts, theatre and walks around the city centre? Alicante Smart Hotel is a convenient base for a busy weekend: you can easily reach cultural venues, restaurants, the seafront promenade and evening events.
28 May, Thursday
Dire Straits 40th Anniversary concert
A tribute show by Brothers in Band marking the 40th anniversary of Brothers in Arms: a live programme inspired by Dire Straits’ legendary 1985–1986 tour.
- Venue: Teatro Principal de Alicante
- Time: 28 May, 20:00
- Price: 38–45 €
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Billywood Crackers concert
Rockabilly, hillbilly and live energy in the intimate setting of Sala Euterpe.
- Venue: Sala Euterpe, Carrer Dr. Ivorra, 34, Sant Joan d’Alacant
- Time: 28 May, doors – 20:30, concert – 21:00
- Price: 10 € + fees in advance, 12 € at the box office
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Spring City: Chavalas + TGYSOA
A Spring City music event before the main Spring Festival: an evening of live music at Sala Stereo.
- Venue: Sala Stereo, Alicante
- Time: 28 May, doors open – 21:00
- Price: to be confirmed on the event page
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29 May, Friday
Spring Festival 2026 – day 1
The main music festival of the weekend in Alicante. Friday’s line-up includes Carolina Durante, Siloé, Ginebras, Sexy Zebras, Temples, Xoel López, Ladilla Rusa, Natalia Lacunza and Paula Mattheus.
- Venue: Recinto Ferial de Rabasa / Multiespacio Rabasa, Alicante
- Time: 29 May, venue opens – from 17:30; first concert – around 18:00; late programme – into the night
- Price: to be confirmed on the ticket page
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Day programme:
- 17:30 – venue opens
- 18:00 – Paula Mattheus
- During the evening – Carolina Durante, Siloé, Ginebras, Sexy Zebras, Temples, Xoel López, Natalia Lacunza
- Late-night slot – Ladilla Rusa
- We recommend checking the exact artist slots in the horarios section on the festival website before going.
ADDA Simfònica: My Homeland
A concert by ADDA Simfònica Alicante with guest conductor Rossen Milanov and violinist Andrey Baranov.
- Venue: ADDA – Auditorio de la Diputación de Alicante
- Time: 29 May, 20:00
- Price: to be confirmed on the ticket page
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Pancho Varona – Ruta 52
A musical evening of Historias de canciones: stories, songs and memories from Pancho Varona’s decades on stage.
- Venue: Sala Euterpe, Carrer Dr. Ivorra, 34, Sant Joan d’Alacant
- Time: 29 May, doors – 21:30, concert – 22:00
- Price: 18 € in advance, 22 € at the box office
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Kraken + Sylvania
A late-night metal concert at Sala Marearock: heavy sound, energy and a format that runs into the night.
- Venue: Sala Marearock, Calle del Comercio, 10, Alicante
- Time: 29 May, 22:00–03:00
- Price: from 28 €
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23rd Alicante International Film Festival
The Alicante Film Festival continues with competition screenings, meetings and special events across different venues in the city.
- Venue: Cines Kinépolis and other venues in Alicante
- Time: 29 May: 19:00 – Que vienen los perros; 21:15 – Cowgirl
- Price: tickets or invitations, depending on the event
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Lecture: La ciencia ficciĂłn y sus reflejos sociales notorios
A cultural talk about science fiction and its notable social reflections.
- Venue: Centro Municipal de las Artes, Alicante
- Time: 29 May, 18:30
- Price: free, registration required
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Viernes en la SEU de Alicante
A concert programme at the university venue in Alicante.
- Venue: Sala Juana Francés, Sede Universitaria Ciudad de Alicante, C/ Ramón y Cajal, 4
- Time: 29 May, 19:00
- Price: to be confirmed with the organiser
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30 May, Saturday
Spring Festival 2026 – day 2
The second day of Spring Festival brings a full indie and pop-rock programme. The line-up includes La M.O.D.A., Love of Lesbian, Ultraligera, Dorian, Sanguijuelas del Guadiana, Hens, Malmö 040, Marina Reche and Neoverbeneo.
- Venue: Recinto Ferial de Rabasa / Multiespacio Rabasa, Alicante
- Time: 30 May, venue opens – from 17:30; concerts – into the night
- Price: to be confirmed on the ticket page
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Day programme:
- 17:30 – venue opens
- During the evening – La M.O.D.A., Love of Lesbian, Ultraligera, Dorian, Sanguijuelas del Guadiana, Hens, Malmö 040, Marina Reche, Neoverbeneo
- We recommend checking the exact artist slots in the horarios section on the festival website before going.
Spring City: Kala y Agosto
A free daytime Spring City concert in one of Alicante’s most beautiful spots – by Castillo de Santa Bárbara.
- Venue: Baluarte del Castillo de Santa Bárbara, Alicante
- Time: 30 May, from 12:00
- Price: free
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DĂşo CassadĂł & Martina Ampuero: Esencia de los elementos
A chamber concert with cello, piano and an audiovisual component. The programme includes music by Arvo Pärt, Max Richter and other composers.
- Venue: ADDA – Auditorio de la Diputación de Alicante
- Time: 30 May, 19:00
- Price: 10 €
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Anna Dukke
Rock’n’roll, rockabilly, soul and Americana in a live Anna Dukke concert at Sala Euterpe.
- Venue: Sala Euterpe, Carrer Dr. Ivorra, 34, Sant Joan d’Alacant
- Time: 30 May, doors – 20:30, concert – 21:00
- Price: 12 € + fees in advance, 15 € at the box office
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Manolo Kabezabolo + The Eskarallas + Dame Ke Fume + Kreddy Frueger
A punk night at Sala Marearock with several bands and a late-night format.
- Venue: Sala Marearock, Calle del Comercio, 10, Alicante
- Time: 30 May, 22:00–03:00
- Price: from 16 €
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Children’s workshop: La fábrica de colores
A children’s workshop at MACA for children aged 5–12: a creative laboratory format around letters, images and colour.
- Venue: Biblioteca del MACA, Alicante
- Time: 30 May, 11:30 and 13:00
- Price: free, online registration required
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Mis arias favoritas
A chamber music evening with favourite arias in the centre of Alicante.
- Venue: C. Segura, 22, Alicante
- Time: 30 May, 12:30
- Price: to be confirmed on Eventbrite
- buy ticket
31 May, Sunday
Spring City: Polémico Chinaski y Cometa
A daytime Spring City concert in an open-air Sunday format.
- Venue: Baluarte del Castillo de Santa Bárbara, Alicante
- Time: 31 May, from 12:00
- Price: free
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Abbey Road
A Beatles tribute with live performance and a recreation of the legendary band’s sound.
- Venue: Teatro Principal de Alicante
- Time: 31 May, 18:00
- Price: 35–40 €
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Emigradas
A contemporary dance piece about migration, memory, the journey and human vulnerability.
- Venue: Teatre Arniches, Alicante
- Time: 31 May, 19:00
- Price: 15 €
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Pancho Varona – Ruta 52
A Sunday concert by Pancho Varona with songs, stories and stage memories.
- Venue: Sala Euterpe, Carrer Dr. Ivorra, 34, Sant Joan d’Alacant
- Time: 31 May, doors – 19:00, concert – 19:30
- Price: 18 € in advance, 22 € at the box office
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CONGO Standup Comedy Euro Tour Alicante
An English-language stand-up comedy night in Alicante as part of a European tour.
- Venue: The Comedy Kiosk, Alicante
- Time: 31 May, doors – 17:30, show – 18:00
- Price: 15 € in advance, 20 € at the door
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Running all weekend
Exposición del Ninot – Hogueras de Alicante 2026
The traditional ninot exhibition before Hogueras de Alicante: figures competing to be saved from the flames.
- Venue: Lonja del Pescado, Alicante
- Time: 22 May – 14 June; Saturday – 10:00–14:00 and 16:00–20:45, Sunday – 10:00–20:45; the exhibition is closed on 29 May
- Price: by entrance ticket, to be confirmed on the event page
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Titanic: A journey through time
A VR journey through the story of the Titanic: an immersive virtual reality format with a strong sense of presence.
- Venue: Virtual Zone Alicante, Plaza de los Luceros, 17, Planta 1
- Time: sessions are selected on the ticket page
- Price: to be confirmed when selecting a session
- buy ticket
23rd Alicante International Film Festival
The film festival continues until 30 May: screenings, meetings, gala events and film programming at different venues across the city.
- Venue: different venues in Alicante
- Time: until 30 May, according to the festival schedule
- Price: depends on the event
- buy ticket
Extend your weekend in Alicante
After an evening concert, theatre performance or festival day, staying one more night in the city is a convenient option. Book your stay at Alicante Smart Hotel and start the next day at a relaxed pace – with breakfast, a walk and new plans in Alicante.