Best of this week:
- Cirque du Soleil KURIOS at Playa de San Juan
- Festival FRESCA!: SĂsifos, GOTA and ParaĂso de los negros
- Feid at El Muelle Live
- Noches Mágicas: 80’s Summer Party, 90’s Summer Party and Miguel Campello
- Teatro Principal: Tinder sorpresa and Stars Gala
- Verano de MĂşsicas at Plaza del Ayuntamiento
- Cine de Verano at Las Cigarreras and The Masquerade by Claptone at Marmarela
Below is a selection of events in Alicante and nearby from 23 to 26 July 2026: summer concerts, theatre, circus show, contemporary dance, family plans, free city programmes, open-air cinema, guided tours and events around the province. 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, a trip to Playa de San Juan, city-centre walks, theatre, festivals and evening events by the sea.
23 July, Thursday
Cirque du Soleil KURIOS – Cabinet of Curiosities
A major Cirque du Soleil show in Alicante: acrobatics, theatre, humour, music and a fantasy steampunk aesthetic under the Big Top at Playa de San Juan. One of the main family plans of the summer.
- Where: Under the Big Top, Playa San Juan, 141 Avinguda de la Costa Blanca, Alicante
- When: 16 July – 23 August 2026; the exact session time is selected on the ticket page
- Price: from 43 €; special conditions for guests – after a direct hotel booking
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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
FRESCA!: SĂsifos – UpArte
Contemporary circus at Casa Mediterráneo: the company UpArte presents SĂsifos, a show about repetition, effort, balance and team acrobatics in a visually precise stage format.
- Where: Casa Mediterráneo, Alicante
- When: 23 July, 22:00
- Price: 24 €; check availability before purchasing
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Verano de MĂşsicas: Banda SinfĂłnica Municipal de Alicante
A free concert from the city’s summer programme at Plaza del Ayuntamiento: Banda Sinfónica Municipal de Alicante performs in the city centre under the direction of Pedro Lara.
- Where: Plaza del Ayuntamiento, Alicante
- When: 23 July, 20:00
- 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: legends, actors, the evening atmosphere of the fortress and a final tasting. The tour is held in Spanish.
- Where: Castillo de Santa Bárbara, Alicante
- When: 23 July, 21:30–22:00
- Price: adults – 12 €, children under 12 – 8 €, family rate – 30 €
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24 July, Friday
Feid – El Muelle Live
One of the most notable concerts of the week: Feid performs in Alicante as part of the FALXO Tour. The summer venue El Muelle Live at the port is a great setting for a big urban and Latin music night by the sea.
- Where: El Muelle Live, Muelle de Levante, Puerto de Alicante
- When: 24 July; according to the listings – evening format, exact time confirmed on the ticket
- Price: from 55 €
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80’s Summer Party – Noches Mágicas
A nostalgic summer party at Jardines de Abril: 80’s Summer Party with Modestia Aparte, Toreros con Chanclas and the atmosphere of an open-air music garden.
- Where: Jardines de Abril, Sant Joan d’Alacant
- When: 24 July, doors open – 19:30
- Price: from 44 €
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Tinder sorpresa – Andreu Casanova
A comedy show at Teatro Principal: Andreu Casanova explores the world of dating apps, dates, expectations and awkward matches. The show is in Spanish and recommended for ages 16+.
- Where: Teatro Principal de Alicante
- When: 24 July, 21:00
- Price: 12 €, 14 €, 16 €
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FRESCORETA!: GOTA – Txema Muñoz
A family show from FRESCORETA! within Festival FRESCA!: Txema Muñoz combines magic, clown and visual poetry in an almost wordless stage format. Suitable for a family plan.
- Where: Casa Mediterráneo, Alicante
- When: 24 July, 20:00
- Price: 5 €
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Verano de MĂşsicas: “TronĂa” – CompañĂa de Danza Española y flamenco JosĂ© Soriano
A free Friday evening at Plaza del Ayuntamiento: Spanish dance and flamenco in an open-air city format.
- Where: Plaza del Ayuntamiento, Alicante
- When: 24 July, 21:00
- Price: free, admission until the square reaches capacity
- information
Cine de Verano en Cigarreras: “El dĂa de la bestia”
An open-air summer cinema session at Las Cigarreras with live music. Friday’s programme features the cult Spanish black comedy “El dĂa de la bestia”.
- Where: Trasera de Las Cigarreras, Calle San Carlos, 78, Alicante
- When: 24 July, 22:00
- Price: free, admission until the venue reaches capacity
- information
The Masquerade by Claptone – Marmarela
A night-time electronic party at Marmarela: The Masquerade by Claptone, house and tech-house, terraces by the port and a late-night format.
- Where: Marmarela, Muelle Levante 14, Alicante
- When: 24 July, 23:00–07:00
- Price: from 18 €
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Los Misterios del Castillo de Santa Bárbara
A Friday night tour of Santa Bárbara Castle – a short theatrical route for those who want to see the fortress after sunset.
- Where: Castillo de Santa Bárbara, Alicante
- When: 24 July, 21:30–22:00
- Price: adults – 12 €, children under 12 – 8 €, family rate – 30 €
- buy ticket
25 July, Saturday
FRESCA!: ParaĂso de los negros – MarĂa PagĂ©s CompañĂa
A flamenco show by MarĂa PagĂ©s CompañĂa at Casa Mediterráneo: a work inspired by the poetic world of Federico GarcĂa Lorca, combining dance, music, stage imagery and powerful dramaturgy.
- Where: Casa Mediterráneo, Alicante
- When: 25 July, 22:00
- Price: 24 €
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Stars Gala
A major ballet evening at Teatro Principal: international artists, classical and neoclassical pieces, stage technique and a festive format for dance lovers.
- Where: Teatro Principal de Alicante
- When: 25 July, 20:00
- Price: 30 €, 45 €, 60 €
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90’s Summer Party – Noches Mágicas
A 90s-style party at Jardines de Abril: summer atmosphere, music, garden venue and a format for those who want to spend the evening outside Alicante city centre.
- Where: Jardines de Abril, Sant Joan d’Alacant
- When: 25 July, doors open – 19:30
- Price: from 44 €
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Luci Mendoza – Ciclo de Risas en el Castillo
A Saturday comedy evening at Castillo de Santa Bárbara: Luci Mendoza performs as part of the summer Ciclo de Risas, held at the fortress with panoramic views of Alicante.
- Where: Castillo de Santa Bárbara, Alicante
- When: 25 July, 20:00
- Price: to be confirmed on the event page
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Verano de MĂşsicas: AgrupaciĂłn Musical SCD Carolinas
A free Saturday concert at Plaza del Ayuntamiento: Agrupación Musical SCD Carolinas performs as part of the city’s summer programme.
- Where: Plaza del Ayuntamiento, Alicante
- When: 25 July, 21:00
- Price: free, admission until the square reaches capacity
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26 July, Sunday
Miguel Campello – Noches Mágicas
A Miguel Campello concert at Jardines de Abril: singer-songwriter music, Mediterranean vibe, live performance and an evening format in one of the most atmospheric summer venues in Sant Joan d’Alacant.
- Where: Jardines de Abril, Sant Joan d’Alacant
- When: 26 July, 22:30
- Price: from 38.50 €
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Verano de Músicas: “Tarde de zarzuela”
A free Sunday concert at Plaza del Ayuntamiento: Coral Tabaquera and Banda Sinfónica Municipal de Alicante present the programme “Tarde de zarzuela”.
- Where: Plaza del Ayuntamiento, Alicante
- When: 26 July, 20:00
- Price: free, admission until the square reaches capacity
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Verano en Parques: DĂa de los Abuelos
A family city celebration in Monte Tossal park: games, circus space, creative workshops and open-air activities for Grandparents’ Day.
- Where: Parque Municipal Monte Tossal, Alicante
- When: 26 July, 19:30
- Price: free
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Astroturismo y Stargazing en el Cabo de las Huertas
An evening stargazing experience at Cabo de las Huertas: an open-air astronomy route with explanations, celestial objects and a seaside atmosphere.
- Where: Cabo de las Huertas, Alicante
- When: summer evening format 20:30–23:30; advance booking required
- Price: Standard – 35 €, VIP – 60 €
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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. Advance booking is required.
- Where: Centro de Interpretación sobre los Refugios Antiaéreos, Carrer Portugal, 15, Alicante
- When: weekdays – 17:00; Saturday and Sunday – 10:00; booking required
- Price: 4.95 €
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ExposiciĂłn Permanente MUSA
The permanent MUSA exhibition at Castillo de Santa Bárbara: the history of the fortress, the city and Alicante’s cultural heritage.
- Where: Castillo de Santa Bárbara, Alicante
- When: according to the castle opening hours
- Price: free
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Un museo imaginario – Andrés Rábago
An exhibition by Andrés Rábago, designed as a journey through the history of painting and the artist’s personal “imaginary museum”. A quiet cultural plan for a hot summer day.
- Where: Alicante, city cultural programme
- When: until 1 November 2026
- Price: to be confirmed on the event page
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Exposición “Hálito” – Museo de Aguas de Alicante
An exhibition at Museo de Aguas de Alicante – a cultural route in the historic part of the city, easy to combine with a walk through the centre and the Santa Cruz district.
- Where: Museo de Aguas de Alicante – Pozos de Garrigós
- When: according to the museum opening hours
- Price: free / to be confirmed on the event page
- information
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Extend your weekend in Alicante
After KURIOS, a concert at the port, a FRESCA! show, a party, open-air cinema or a walk around the centre, 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 centre and new plans in Alicante.