Alicante events guide, 1–4 October 2026: concerts, theatre, exhibitions and family events

• Wax & Boogie – VIII Alicante Blues Festival
• PERIFERIA + LAS CHAVALAS – live at Sala Marearock
• GATO VENTURA + EXTREMO – Saturday live show at Sala Marearock
• Shhh#6 – a double experimental music concert at Las Cigarreras
• La Partenaire starring Cristina Medina – theatre at Teatro Principal
• Gigante starring José María Pou – a play by Mark Rosenblatt
• Kids & Stories – The Three Little Pigs in English for children
• Orquesta de Jóvenes de la Provincia de Alicante – classical music at Teatro Principal
• La Leyenda d’AKU – a free family concert at Parque Lo Morant
• El viaje de la Luz – a free exhibition about the Universe at Espacio Séneca
• The Utopian Stone and Sube – exhibitions at Las Cigarreras
• XLV Certamen Internacional de Minicuadros – miniature art in central Alicante

From 1 to 4 October 2026, Alicante offers a choice of blues and boogie-woogie, rock concerts, experimental music, theatre, classical music, contemporary art and free family events.

Friday and Saturday are particularly packed: Teatro Principal begins its October programme, Fundación Mediterráneo hosts the VIII Alicante Blues Festival, Sala Marearock has two concerts, and Las Cigarreras brings back the experimental music series Shhh.

If you are visiting Alicante for a few days, combine these events with our 2–3 day Alicante itinerary – including Santa Bárbara Castle, the Old Town, the beach, the port and museums.

1 October, Thursday

The Utopian Stone at Las Cigarreras

The Utopian Stone is an audiovisual installation at Centro Cultural Las Cigarreras. The project is based on the diaries of Scottish geologist William Maclure, written during his time in Alicante in the 19th century, and brings together the history of geology, education and utopian ideas.

• Where: Centro Cultural Las Cigarreras, Calle San Carlos, 78, Alicante
• When: 26 September to 5 December 2026
• Opening hours: 10:00–21:30
• more about the exhibition

Sube – an exhibition about the Ruta Valenciana cultural phenomenon

Sube, an exhibition by the Vista Oral collective, explores the cultural phenomenon known as Ruta Valenciana or Ruta del Bakalao. The project features material from the Museo del Remember Rubén Hernández and Susana Oliva’s photographic archive.

• Where: Centro Cultural Las Cigarreras, Calle San Carlos, 78, Alicante
• When: 26 September 2026 to 23 January 2027
• Opening hours: 10:00–21:30
• more about the exhibition

El viaje de la Luz – Del Big Bang a los grandes eclipses solares 2026–2028

This free science exhibition at Espacio Séneca is dedicated to light, the Universe, modern telescopes and the major solar eclipses of 2026–2028. It is an easy addition to a daytime itinerary in central Alicante.

• Where: Espacio Séneca, Plaza Séneca, Alicante
• When: until 12 October 2026
• Price: free
• more about the exhibition

Looking for more things to do without spending money on tickets? See our guide to free things to do in Alicante – from Santa Bárbara Castle and museums to beaches, parks and viewpoints.

2 October, Friday

Wax & Boogie – VIII Festival de Blues de Alicante

One of Friday’s main music events is the Wax & Boogie concert as part of the VIII Festival de Blues de Alicante. Ster Wax and pianist David Giorcelli perform blues, rhythm and blues and boogie-woogie, with Álvaro Taborda and Reginald Vilardell forming the rhythm section.

• Where: Fundación Mediterráneo – Aula de Cultura de Alicante
• When: 2 October, 20:00
• Price: €15
• Age: all ages
• information and tickets

La Partenaire starring Cristina Medina

La Partenaire at Teatro Principal is a musical theatre production combining humour and magic, with Cristina Medina playing several characters. The production is by LaMedinaEs and directed by Pepa Gamboa.

• Where: Teatro Principal de Alicante, Plaza Chapí, s/n
• When: 2 October, 20:00
• Duration: approximately 70 minutes
• Price: €10–20 depending on seating area
• Age: recommended for ages 18+
• Language: Spanish
• information and tickets

PERIFERIA + LAS CHAVALAS at Sala Marearock

PERIFERIA and LAS CHAVALAS take the stage at Sala Marearock on Friday night. The concert is a good option for continuing the evening after exploring central Alicante or enjoying the daytime cultural programme.

• Where: Sala Marearock, Calle del Comercio, 10, Alicante
• When: 2 October, 22:00
• Price: from €15.85
• information and tickets

Cinema al Coixi – “Do the Right Thing”

The Cultura en Barrios programme presents a screening of Spike Lee’s “Do the Right Thing”. The film follows the events of a hot summer day in Brooklyn’s Bedford-Stuyvesant neighbourhood.

• When: 2 October, 18:30
• Programme: Cultura en Barrios – Cinema al Coixi
• more about the event

Alacant a Escena – “Había Luz pero no era nuestra”

“Había Luz pero no era nuestra” is a stage production created by Jose Vera together with Guille Mocholí and Alba Tesías. The action takes place in a band’s rehearsal room, where the characters try to understand their relationships during a rehearsal.

• When: 2 October, 20:30
• Programme: Alacant a Escena
• more about the event

3 October, Saturday

Kids & Stories – The Three Little Pigs

Saturday’s programme at Teatro Principal begins with a family show in English. As part of Kids & Stories, Eva Mataix presents The Three Little Pigs in a format specially adapted for children.

• Where: Teatro Principal de Alicante, Plaza Chapí, s/n
• When: 3 October, 12:00
• Duration: approximately 40 minutes
• Age: 3–10 years
• Language: English
• Price: €5
• information and tickets

Gigante starring José María Pou

In the evening, Teatro Principal presents “Gigante”, a production based on Mark Rosenblatt’s play about the controversy surrounding writer Roald Dahl. José María Pou plays the leading role, with Josep Maria Mestres directing.

• Where: Teatro Principal de Alicante, Plaza Chapí, s/n
• When: 3 October, 19:00
• Duration: approximately 150 minutes
• Price: €12–26 depending on seating area
• Age: recommended for ages 14+
• Language: Spanish
• information and tickets

Shhh#6 – double concert at Las Cigarreras

The Shhh series returns to Las Cigarreras with a programme of avant-garde and experimental music. The sixth edition features two performances: IMGL x Tele_Visiones present UMBRAL in a live AV format, followed by a live set from nara is neus.

• Where: Centro Cultural Las Cigarreras – Caja Negra, Calle San Carlos, 78
• When: 3 October, 19:30
• Artists: IMGL x Tele_Visiones – UMBRAL (LIVE AV) and nara is neus
• Price: €5
• more about the concert

GATO VENTURA + EXTREMO – Tribute to Extremoduro

Saturday night at Sala Marearock is dedicated to Spanish rock. GATO VENTURA and EXTREMO – a tribute to one of Spain’s best-known rock bands, Extremoduro – take the stage.

• Where: Sala Marearock, Calle del Comercio, 10, Alicante
• When: 3 October, 22:00
• Price: from €14
• Format: live concert / tribute
• information and tickets

4 October, Sunday

Otoño en Parques – La Leyenda d’AKU

On Sunday, the Otoño en Parques programme comes to Parque Lo Morant, where A Contra Temps presents the interactive musical show “La Leyenda d’AKU”.

The programme revolves around Maya’s adventures, African rhythms, dance and drums. The show offers children an interactive introduction to percussion and African culture.

• Where: Parque Lo Morant, Calle Lugo, 5, Alicante
• When: 4 October, 12:00
• Age: 3–9 years
• Price: free
• more about the event

Va de cuentos – sensory workshops for children aged 0–3

For the youngest visitors, Parque Municipal La Marjal hosts the Va de cuentos sensory workshops. This play-based space uses literature as a foundation for developing motor, cognitive and emotional skills.

• Where: Parque Municipal La Marjal, Alicante
• When: 4 October, 12:00
• Age: 0–3 years
• Price: free
• more about the programme

If you are planning a family day outdoors, see our complete guide to Alicante’s parks, including Lo Morant, La Marjal, El Palmeral, La Ereta and other green spaces.

Orquesta de Jóvenes de la Provincia de Alicante

In the evening, Teatro Principal welcomes the Orquesta de Jóvenes de la Provincia de Alicante conducted by Francisco Maestre. The programme includes works by Rimsky-Korsakov, Manuel de Falla and Arturo Márquez.

• Where: Teatro Principal de Alicante, Plaza Chapí, s/n
• When: 4 October, 18:00
• Duration: approximately 70 minutes
• Price: €7–13 depending on seating area
• Age: all ages
• information and tickets

Exhibitions throughout the weekend

XLV Certamen Internacional de Minicuadros

The 45th International Miniature Art Competition presents works measuring no more than 25 × 25 centimetres. The exhibition includes painting, drawing, photography, mixed media and other forms of contemporary art.

• Where: Centro Municipal de las Artes “Pedro Romero”, Alicante
• When: until 8 October 2026
• more about the exhibition

El viaje de la Luz

This science exhibition about astronomy at Espacio Séneca explores light, the Universe, telescopes and solar eclipses. It can easily be combined with a walk through central Alicante or added to your daytime plans before an evening concert or theatre performance.

• Where: Espacio Séneca, Plaza Séneca, Alicante
• When: until 12 October 2026
• Price: free
• more about the exhibition

The Utopian Stone

This audiovisual project at Las Cigarreras brings together Alicante’s history, geology and the utopian educational ideas of William Maclure.

• Where: Centro Cultural Las Cigarreras, Calle San Carlos, 78
• When: until 5 December 2026
• more about the exhibition

Sube

The exhibition at Las Cigarreras explores the history and visual culture of the Ruta Valenciana through archive material, photography and an art installation.

• Where: Centro Cultural Las Cigarreras, Calle San Carlos, 78
• When: until 23 January 2027
• more about the exhibition

Coloramas at MACA

The temporary Coloramas exhibition continues at Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Alicante. It can be combined with MACA’s permanent collection and a walk through Alicante’s Old Town.

• Where: MACA – Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Alicante, Plaza de Santa María, 3
• When: until 10 January 2027
• more about the exhibition

If you would like to add a day trip outside the city to your weekend, see our guide to the best places to visit near Alicante.

FAQ – What’s on in Alicante, 1–4 October 2026

What concerts are on in Alicante on 2 October?

Wax & Boogie perform at Fundación Mediterráneo as part of the VIII Festival de Blues de Alicante. In the evening, PERIFERIA + LAS CHAVALAS play at Sala Marearock.

What’s on in Alicante on 3 October?

On 3 October, Teatro Principal hosts Kids & Stories at 12:00 and “Gigante” at 19:00. Shhh#6 starts at Las Cigarreras at 19:30, while GATO VENTURA + EXTREMO play at Sala Marearock at 22:00.

Where can I go with children on 4 October?

Parque Lo Morant hosts the free interactive show “La Leyenda d’AKU” at 12:00 for children aged approximately 3–9. Va de cuentos sensory workshops for children aged 0–3 take place at Parque La Marjal at the same time.

What free events are there in Alicante from 1 to 4 October?

Free options include La Leyenda d’AKU as part of Otoño en Parques, the Va de cuentos sensory workshops and El viaje de la Luz. There are also several municipal art exhibitions to visit.

What’s on at Teatro Principal from 2 to 4 October?

La Partenaire starring Cristina Medina is on 2 October. On 3 October there are Kids & Stories and Gigante starring José María Pou, while the Orquesta de Jóvenes de la Provincia de Alicante performs on 4 October.

Read also

• Alicante itinerary for 2–3 days
• Free things to do in Alicante
• Complete guide to Alicante’s parks
• Best day trips and places to visit near Alicante

Schedules, ticket prices and admission conditions may be changed by the organisers. Before heading out, we recommend checking the individual event page for the latest time and ticket availability.