Highlights of the Week:
- Concurso Internacional de Fuegos Artificiales at Playa del Cocó
- Coso Multicolor – float parade and confetti battle
- Concierto XX Aniversario – Óscar Navarro at ADDA
- SPIDIKFLOTES + PUTO DONAL + VELOCIDAD ABSURDA + KONTRAGOLPES at Sala Marearock
- Candlelight: Hans Zimmer and Ed Sheeran & Coldplay at MARQ
- Gran Circus Maximus Villajoyosa and Noches de Fuegos en el Castillo
Below is a selection of events in and around Alicante from 26–28 June 2026: the final Hogueras fireworks, Coso Multicolor, concerts, club events, gastronomic experiences, guided tours, shows and exhibitions. Each event includes location, time, price and a link to buy tickets or view more information. We recommend checking the schedule before attending.
Planning a weekend for the Hogueras fireworks and Coso Multicolor? Alicante Smart Hotel is a convenient base for walks around the city centre, evening events, Postiguet Beach and the seaside night programme.
Friday, 26 June
Gran Final VII Torneo Poetry Slam Alicante
The final of the poetry tournament at Las Cigarreras: participants perform their own texts, while the audience becomes the jury and helps choose the winner. The format combines poetry, performance and urban culture.
- Location: Centro Cultural Las Cigarreras, Calle San Carlos, 78, Alicante
- Time: 26 June, 20:00
- Price: access depends on venue capacity
- more information
Enriro at Sala Stereo
A late-night club programme at Sala Stereo after Hogueras: indie, alternative and dance music until the early morning.
- Location: Sala Stereo, Alicante
- Time: 26 June; time to be confirmed on the venue’s event page
- Price: to be confirmed on the event page
- more information
Concurso Internacional de Fuegos Artificiales – II Session
The second night of the international fireworks competition after Hogueras: a pyrotechnic show by the sea in the Playa del Cocó and Postiguet area.
- Location: Playa del Cocó / Postiguet area, Alicante
- Time: 26 June, 00:00
- Price: free
- more information
San Juan Festival in Alicante 2026: History, Traditions and Programme
Saturday, 27 June
Concierto XX Aniversario – Óscar Navarro
Anniversary concert by composer Óscar Navarro at ADDA: a symphonic format with soloists, choirs and a large-scale programme performed by the Óscar Navarro Symphony Orchestra.
- Location: ADDA – Auditorio de la Diputación de Alicante
- Time: 27 June, 19:00
- Price: from €33.52
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SPIDIKFLOTES + PUTO DONAL + VELOCIDAD ABSURDA + KONTRAGOLPES
A punk concert at Sala Marearock with several bands and a late-night format until the early morning.
- Location: Sala Marearock, Calle del Comercio, 10, Alicante
- Time: 27 June, 22:00 – 28 June, 06:00
- Price: from €10
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Cóctel y fuegos artificiales @SIDERAL
An evening experience with a cocktail and views of the fireworks at INNSiDE by Meliá Alicante Porta Maris. A good option for those who want to enjoy the pyrotechnic show from a more comfortable setting.
- Location: INNSiDE by Meliá Alicante Porta Maris, Alicante
- Time: 27 June, 22:30–00:30
- Price: €30.00
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Gran Circus Maximus Villajoyosa
A dinner show inspired by Ancient Rome: an arena, gladiators, fire, spectacular scenes and a themed atmosphere for the whole family.
- Location: Gran Circus Maximus, Villajoyosa
- Time: 27 June, 21:00
- Price: children’s ticket from €16.83; adult ticket from €27.78; dinner from €44.20
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Blitzmix at Sala Stereo
A Saturday night party at Sala Stereo: dance format, late-night atmosphere and music until the early morning.
- Location: Sala Stereo, Alicante
- Time: 27 June; time to be confirmed on the venue’s event page
- Price: to be confirmed on the event page
- more information
Concurso Internacional de Fuegos Artificiales – III Session
The third night of the international fireworks competition by the sea: one of the most spectacular evening plans after Hogueras.
- Location: Playa del Cocó / Postiguet area, Alicante
- Time: 27 June, 00:00
- Price: free
- more information
Noches de Fuegos en el Castillo
Fireworks viewed from the heights of Santa Bárbara Castle: the Baluarte de la Reina becomes an open-air terrace with dinner, music and panoramic views of the city and the sea.
- Location: Castillo de Santa Bárbara, Baluarte de la Reina, Alicante
- Time: 25–29 June; for Saturday – 27 June, evening format
- Price: from €65 per person; tickets are available by table or as seats at a shared table
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Sunday, 28 June
Coso Multicolor
One of the brightest final events of Hogueras: a festive float parade with music, costumes and a confetti battle.
- Location: Centro Comercial Gran Vía, Alicante
- Time: 28 June, 19:30
- Price: free
- more information
Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer
A candlelight concert featuring music by Hans Zimmer in the atmospheric setting of MARQ: film music, string arrangements and an intimate format.
- Location: Museo Arqueológico de Alicante MARQ
- Time: 28 June; time selected on the booking page
- Price: from €26
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Candlelight: Ed Sheeran & Coldplay
A candlelight concert at MARQ with a programme inspired by songs by Ed Sheeran and Coldplay.
- Location: Museo Arqueológico de Alicante MARQ
- Time: 28 June; time selected on the booking page
- Price: from €29
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Degustación de chocolates y turrones de Alicante
A gastronomic tasting at Santa Bárbara Castle: chocolate, turrón and local sweets at the Torre de Santa Catalina, with views over the city.
- Location: Torre de Santa Catalina, Castillo de Santa Bárbara, Alicante
- Time: 28 June, 11:00
- Price: to be confirmed on the booking page
- more information
Concurso Internacional de Fuegos Artificiales – IV Session
The fourth night of the international fireworks competition at Playa del Cocó — a beautiful finale to Sunday evening by the sea.
- Location: Playa del Cocó / Postiguet area, Alicante
- Time: 28 June, 00:00
- Price: free
- more information
Alicante Gastronomic Guide: Cuisine, Local Products and Experiences
Running All Weekend
Guided Tours of Alicante’s Air-Raid Shelters
A historical tour of Alicante’s Civil War air-raid shelters. A good choice for those who want to add a calm cultural route to the festive programme.
- Location: Centro de Interpretación sobre los Refugios Antiaéreos, Alicante
- Time: according to schedule and by advance booking
- Price: €4.95
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Exhibition “Rigor lírico: el hilo no es lo mismo que la línea”
An exhibition at MACA dedicated to geometry, line, op art, constructivism and visual research of the 20th century.
- Location: MACA – Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Alicante
- Time: Saturday – 10:00–20:00; Sunday – 10:00–14:00
- Price: free
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Encuentros de Arte Contemporáneo EAC 2026
A contemporary art exhibition at MUA featuring 25 projects in different media, from painting and photography to installation, textiles, ceramics and video.
- Location: Sala Cub, MUA – Museo de la Universidad de Alicante
- Time: until 12 July 2026; Saturday and Sunday – 10:00–14:00
- Price: free
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Exhibition “Alicante Renace 2026”
A photography exhibition about the nature and mountains of Alicante province at Palacio El Portalet: landscapes, night skies, mountain routes and the region’s natural heritage.
- Location: Palacio El Portalet, Alicante Old Town
- Time: until 31 August 2026; Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays – 10:30–14:00
- 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
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Extend Your Weekend in Alicante
After the fireworks, Coso Multicolor, a concert, an exhibition or an evening walk, it is convenient to stay in the city for one more night. Book your stay at Alicante Smart Hotel and start the next day calmly — with breakfast, a walk through the centre and new plans in Alicante.