Best of this week:
- Aquarela Music: Rosario, DJ Symphonic and Rosana at El Muelle Live
- Summer Brass Festival at Plaza del Ayuntamiento
- Peña / Peña with Candela Peña and Secun de la Rosa at Teatro Principal
- Los Misterios del Castillo and tastings at Castillo de Santa Bárbara
- Camela and Revólver at Nits al Parc Mutxamel
- La Marineta in Dénia and Latin Fest Benidorm
Below is a selection of events in Alicante and nearby from 2 to 5 July 2026: summer concerts, festivals, theatre, stand-up comedy, family plans, tastings, guided tours and city events. 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.
Planning a summer weekend in Alicante? Alicante Smart Hotel is a convenient base for concerts at the port, city-centre walks, evening events, trips to Sant Joan, Mutxamel, El Campello and the coast.
2 July, Thursday
Rosario – Aquarela Music
The opening of the Aquarela Music cycle at Alicante port: a summer Rosario concert by the sea in a boutique-festival format.
- Where: El Muelle Live, Muelle 12 de Levante, Puerto de Alicante
- When: 2 July, 22:00
- Price: 49.50–66 €
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Summer Brass Festival: Ensemble Brass Academy Alicante
The opening concert of the 15th Summer Brass Festival Alicante: an evening of brass music at Plaza del Ayuntamiento conducted by Rudi Korp. The festival runs from 2 to 6 July.
- Where: Plaza del Ayuntamiento, Alicante
- When: 2 July, 21:00
- Price: free, admission until the square reaches capacity
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Los Misterios del Castillo de Santa Bárbara
A night-time theatrical tour of Santa Bárbara Castle: historic corridors, actors, legends and a final tasting. The tour is held in Spanish.
- Where: Castillo de Santa Bárbara, Alicante
- When: 2 July, 21:30–22:00
- Price: adults – 12 €, children under 12 – 8 €, family rate – 30 €
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3 July, Friday
DJ Symphonic – Aquarela Music
A symphonic DJ show at El Muelle Live: electronic energy, orchestral sound and a summer format by the sea.
- Where: El Muelle Live, Puerto de Alicante
- When: 3 July, 22:00
- Price: 52.80–74.80 €
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Summer Brass Festival: MOGGIO Jazz
The second evening of the Summer Brass Festival: a jazz programme by MOGGIO with original compositions on an open-air stage in the centre of Alicante.
- Where: Plaza del Ayuntamiento, Alicante
- When: 3 July, 21:00
- Price: free, admission until the square reaches capacity
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Camela – Nits al Parc Mutxamel
A Camela concert as part of Nits al Parc: techno-rumba, hits and a summer atmosphere in Mutxamel.
- Where: Nits al Parc, Carrer Joan XXIII, 48, Mutxamel
- When: 3 July, doors – 19:30, show – 22:00
- Price: from 41.50 €
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Los Misterios del Castillo de Santa Bárbara
A Friday night tour of Santa Bárbara Castle: a theatrical route for those who want to see the fortress after sunset.
- Where: Castillo de Santa Bárbara, Alicante
- When: 3 July, 21:30–22:00
- Price: adults – 12 €, children under 12 – 8 €, family rate – 30 €
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La Marineta Dénia – day 1
A new music festival in Dénia that opens the Santíssima Sang festive programme: an evening with Quinto, Mafalda Cardenal, Nil Moliner and Michenlo.
- Where: Parque de Torrecremada, Passeig de Ricardo Ortega, 2, Dénia
- When: 3 July, from 20:00; Nil Moliner – 23:00
- Price: from 25.00 €
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4 July, Saturday
Rosana – Aquarela Music
A summer Rosana concert at Alicante port: a live performance by the sea as part of Aquarela Music.
- Where: El Muelle Live, Puerto de Alicante
- When: 4 July, 22:00
- Price: 55–82.50 €
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Peña / Peña – Candela Peña y Secun de la Rosa
A theatre show at Teatro Principal with Candela Peña and Secun de la Rosa: an unpredictable stage format where comedy, drama and improvisational energy come together in one evening.
- Where: Teatro Principal de Alicante
- When: 4 July, 20:30–22:00
- Price: 26 €, 32 €, 38 €
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Summer Brass Festival: Elio Rojas y los Cuban Canvas
A Saturday Summer Brass Festival concert with the Latin-jazz programme by Elio Rojas y los Cuban Canvas.
- Where: Plaza del Ayuntamiento, Alicante
- When: 4 July, 21:00
- Price: free, admission until the square reaches capacity
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Revólver – Nits al Parc Mutxamel
A Revólver concert with the LA 03010 tour: new songs, well-known hits and a return to Carlos Goñi’s personal musical roots.
- Where: Nits al Parc, Carrer Joan XXIII, 48, Mutxamel
- When: 4 July, doors – 20:00, show – 22:00
- Price: from 33.50 €
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Degustación de chocolates y turrones de Alicante
A gastronomic tasting at Santa Bárbara Castle: 3 types of chocolate, 2 types of turrón and the story of traditional sweets from the province of Alicante.
- Where: Torre de Santa Catalina, Castillo de Santa Bárbara, Alicante
- When: 4 July, 11:00–12:00
- Price: from 10 €
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Degustación de Cervezas Artesanas
A craft beer tasting at Torre de Santa Catalina: 4 beers to taste, paired with snacks made with Alicante products.
- Where: Castillo de Santa Bárbara, Alicante
- When: 4 July, time selected on the booking page
- Price: from 18 €
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Traumedy by Iain Anderson
An English-language stand-up show by Iain Anderson in Alicante: comedy, personal stories and an intimate club atmosphere.
- Where: KARAOKE FEELING’S, Alicante
- When: 4 July, 18:30
- Price: from 16.92 €
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La Marineta Dénia – day 2
The second day of La Marineta festival: Sergio Dénia, Fangoria, Nebulossa and a night programme in Dénia.
- Where: Parque de Torrecremada, Dénia
- When: 4 July, from 20:00; Fangoria – 22:30, Nebulossa – 01:00
- Price: from 25.00 €
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Latin Fest Benidorm 2026
A large urban and Latin music festival at Benidorm Skyfest: Mora, Omar Courtz, De La Rose, Kapo and other artists in a two-day programme.
- Where: Benidorm Skyfest – Polideportivo Guillermo Amor, Benidorm
- When: 4–5 July
- Price: from 93.50 €
- buy ticket
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5 July, Sunday
Summer Brass Festival: Egerländer Brass Alicante
A Sunday Summer Brass Festival concert with Austrian and Czech traditional music arranged by Egerländer Brass Alicante.
- Where: Plaza del Ayuntamiento, Alicante
- When: 5 July, 21:00
- Price: free, admission until the square reaches capacity
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Verano en Parques: “Auuu…”
A summer family show in El Palmeral park: clown theatre by Cía. Clowndestino as part of the city programme Verano en Parques.
- Where: Parque Municipal El Palmeral, Alicante
- When: 5 July, 20:00
- Price: free
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Iain Anderson and Friends – Stand-up Comedy Show
English-language stand-up in El Campello: Iain Anderson and local comedians in an intimate Sunday show.
- Where: The Garden Room, C. Vincent Blasco i Ibanez, El Campello
- When: 5 July, doors – 18:30, show – 19:30
- Price: from 13.78 €
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Degustación de chocolates y turrones de Alicante
A Sunday chocolate and turrón tasting at Santa Bárbara Castle – a relaxed gastronomic plan with views over the city.
- Where: Torre de Santa Catalina, Castillo de Santa Bárbara, Alicante
- When: 5 July, 11:00–12:00
- Price: from 10 €
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Latin Fest Benidorm 2026 – day 2
The continuation of Latin Fest Benidorm: the second day of the urban festival with a packed music programme and summer atmosphere at Benidorm Skyfest.
- Where: Benidorm Skyfest – Polideportivo Guillermo Amor, Benidorm
- When: 5 July; the exact schedule is selected on the ticket page
- Price: from 93.50 €
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Running all weekend
Rutas Guiadas por los Refugios Antiaéreos de Alicante
Guided tours of Alicante’s air-raid shelters follow different routes and reveal the city through the history of the Spanish Civil War.
- Venue: Centro de Interpretación sobre los Refugios Antiaéreos, Carrer Portugal, 15, Alicante
- Time: weekdays – 17:00; Saturday and Sunday – 10:00; booking required
- Price: 4.95 €
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Observación de las estrellas en la Isla de Tabarca
An astronomy activity on Tabarca: stargazing in the island’s maritime atmosphere. Advance booking is required.
- Venue: Isla Tabarca
- Time: by advance booking during the summer season
- Price: to be confirmed with the organiser
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Exposición Permanente MUSA
The permanent MUSA exhibition at Castillo de Santa Bárbara: the history of the fortress, the city and Alicante’s cultural heritage.
- Venue: Castillo de Santa Bárbara, Alicante
- Time: according to the castle opening hours
- Price: free
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Coming soon to Alicante
Cirque du Soleil KURIOS – Cabinet of Curiosities
A major Cirque du Soleil show in Alicante: acrobatics, theatre, a fantasy steampunk atmosphere, music and visual effects under the Big Top at Playa San Juan. The format is suitable for both adults and children.
- Venue: Under the Big Top, Playa San Juan, 141 Avinguda de la Costa Blanca, Alicante
- Time: 16 July – 23 August 2026; the exact session time is selected on the ticket page
- Price: from 75 €
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🎪 Cirque du Soleil KURIOS in Alicante – special conditions for our guests
Planning to see KURIOS at Playa de San Juan from 16 July to 23 August 2026?
✔Alicante Smart Hotel guests get a special 15% discount on KURIOS tickets
✔The offer is available for guests with a direct hotel booking
✔The QR code / special ticket purchase link is provided after the direct booking is confirmed
Extend your weekend in Alicante
After a concert at the port, a theatre show, a festival, a tasting or an evening walk, 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 around the city centre and new plans in Alicante.