From October 15 to 18, 2026, Alicante once again offers a packed programme with something for every taste. Teatro Principal enters the final weekend of La Cuisine de ma Cousine by La Cubana, contemporary circus festival Circarte continues its programme, and David Otero, Hey Kid and Marlena will take the stage at the port.
Other major events this weekend include the VIII Alicante International Blues Festival at Las Cigarreras and the new Alicante True Crime festival, bringing together writers, journalists, police officers, detectives and film-industry professionals. Business travellers can also catch the final day of the professional FUTURMODA trade fair, while families can choose from Jornada CRIA, children’s theatre and free activities in the city’s parks.
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Thursday, October 15
FUTURMODA – international footwear industry trade fair
October 15 is the second and final day of FUTURMODA, one of Spain’s leading professional trade fairs for components, materials, leather, textiles, machinery and technology for the footwear and leather goods industries.
The autumn edition takes place at Fira Alacant and brings together manufacturers, suppliers, designers and professional buyers from Spain and abroad. Visitors can discover materials and trends for upcoming seasons, new technologies, sustainable solutions and innovations for the fashion industry.
- Where: Fira Alacant – IFA, Carretera N-340, Km 731, Elche
- When: October 15
- Opening hours: 09:00–18:30
- Format: professional trade fair
- Admission: registration required
- More information: FUTURMODA
Alicante True Crime – Reading Party El Círculo Poirot
The second edition of Alicante True Crime begins on October 15, with a programme devoted to crime fiction, real-life crimes, investigations, cinema, TV series and podcasts.
The festival opens with the intimate Reading Party El Círculo Poirot, inspired by the world of Agatha Christie. Participants can spend several hours reading together and discussing detective fiction.
- Where: Biblioteca Pública Florida Babel
- When: October 15
- Time: 17:00–20:00
- Price: free
- Important: advance registration is required and places are limited
- More information: Alicante City Council
La Cubana – La Cuisine de ma Cousine
This is the final weekend of one of Alicante’s standout theatre events of October. La Cubana continues its run of La Cuisine de ma Cousine, combining comedy, music, absurd situations, colourful characters and the company’s trademark interaction with the audience.
Only a few performances remain before the Alicante run comes to an end, with the final show scheduled for Sunday, October 18.
- Where: Teatro Principal de Alicante, Plaza Ruperto Chapí, s/n
- October 15: 20:00
- October 16: 17:00 and 21:00
- October 17: 17:00 and 21:00
- October 18: 18:00
- Duration: around 120 minutes
- Price: from €35
- Tickets: Teatro Principal de Alicante
Mermelada de Impro with Dani Bravo
Thursday at Sala Euterpe is all about improvisation. Mermelada de Impro with Dani Bravo has no pre-written script, meaning every performance is unique.
The show is built around improvisation and interaction with whatever happens both on stage and in the room.
- Where: Sala Euterpe, Carrer Dr. Ivorra, 34, Sant Joan d’Alacant
- When: October 15
- Starts: around 22:00
- Price: from €7 + booking fee, around €10 at the door
- Format: improv show
- More information: Sala Euterpe
Friday, October 16
Circarte – Antes de caer
International contemporary circus festival Circarte continues its October programme with Antes de caer at Teatre Arniches.
The production by Barreto y La Victoria explores risk and vulnerability through contemporary circus. It combines acrobatics, juggling, knife throwing, hand balancing, contemporary dance and humour.
- Where: Teatre Arniches, Avenida de Aguilera, 1, Alicante
- When: October 16
- Starts: 20:00
- Duration: 60 minutes
- Format: contemporary circus
- Admission: ticketed
- More information: Circarte
David Otero + Hey Kid + Marlena – El Muelle Live
One of the weekend’s biggest concerts takes place by the port. As part of Los Atardeceres del Muelle, three notable names from contemporary Spanish pop will share the same stage: David Otero, Hey Kid and Marlena.
David Otero is known both for his time with El Canto del Loco and for his successful solo career. Hey Kid blends pop, indie and folk, while Marlena has become one of the most recognisable female duos in Spain’s new pop scene.
- Where: El Muelle Live, Muelle 12, Puerto de Alicante
- When: October 16
- 19:00: doors open
- 20:00: David Otero
- 21:30: Hey Kid
- 22:45: Marlena
- Admission: from €35.00 (+ €3.50 booking fee)
- Tickets: El Muelle Live
VIII Alicante International Blues Festival
The main weekend of the VIII Alicante International Blues Festival begins at Las Cigarreras on October 16.
Friday’s programme features El Oso y sus Sabandijas from Granada.
- Where: Centro Cultural Las Cigarreras, Calle San Carlos, 78
- When: October 16
- Programme starts: from 17:00
- Artist: El Oso y sus Sabandijas
- Price: from €10.50
- More information: Festival Blues Alicante
Alicante True Crime – crime, literature and film
On Friday, the main Alicante True Crime programme moves to Espacio Séneca. The evening focuses on crime writers, real-life cases and cinema.
- Where: Espacio Séneca
- 18:00: Del expediente a la novela – Adolfo Rodríguez, Myriam Imedio and Pere Cervantes
- 19:00: El crimen de Maje – David Aleman
- 20:00: Filmar la oscuridad – director Agustín Díaz Yanes
- Admission: free until capacity is reached
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ADDA Simfònica Alicante – Zen Garden
Classical music fans can head to ADDA on Friday for another concert in its symphonic season. ADDA Simfònica Alicante, conducted by Josep Vicent, will perform alongside renowned French clarinettist Patrick Messina.
The programme includes works by Dvořák and Tan Dun, including Symphony No. 9, “From the New World”.
- Where: ADDA – Auditorio de la Diputación de Alicante, Paseo de Campoamor
- When: October 16
- Starts: 20:00
- Price: depends on seating category
- Tickets: ADDA Alicante
Sobrezero – indie rock
Madrid band Sobrezero performs at Sala Euterpe on October 16. After a summer festival season and a series of concerts across Spain, the band arrives in Sant Joan d’Alacant with its debut album, Hasta que el mundo estalle.
- Where: Sala Euterpe, Carrer Dr. Ivorra, 34, Sant Joan d’Alacant
- When: October 16
- Doors: 21:00
- Starts: 21:30
- Price: €15 + booking fee in advance, €18 at the venue if tickets remain
- Tickets: Sala Euterpe
Mamá Ladilla + Velocidad Absurda
Punk-rock fans can catch Mamá Ladilla + Velocidad Absurda at Sala Marea Rock.
- Where: Sala Marea Rock, Calle del Comercio, 10, Alicante
- When: October 16
- Time: 22:00
- Price: from €15
- Format: punk / rock
- Tickets: Sala Marea Rock
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Saturday, October 17
Jornada CRIA – a day for parents and families
The Palacio de Congresos del Colegio de Médicos hosts Jornada CRIA, a major family event focused on parenting, child development, sleep, nutrition and relationships with children.
The main speakers are well-known specialists Armando Bastida and Carlos González. Alongside talks and Q&A sessions, the event includes a showroom with more than 20 brands, book sales and signings, and a Kids&Us children’s area.
- Where: Palacio de Congresos del Colegio de Médicos, Avenida de Dénia, 47
- When: October 17
- Doors open: 09:30
- Talks: 10:00–14:00
- For children: play area available
- Children’s admission: under 3 free; ages 3–16, €5 + booking fees
- More information: Alicante Convention Bureau
KIDS & STORIES – Pinocchio
Teatro Principal presents a new production in its KIDS & STORIES series. This time, young audiences can enjoy the classic story of Pinocchio in English.
The format is designed to introduce children to English through theatre, games and familiar stories.
- Where: Teatro Principal de Alicante
- When: October 17
- Starts: 12:00
- Duration: around 40 minutes
- Age: 3–10
- Language: English
- Price: €5
- Tickets: Teatro Principal de Alicante
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Alicante True Crime – cybercrime, psychopaths and Petra Delicado
Saturday is the busiest day of the Alicante True Crime festival. The programme includes discussions on crime films, series and documentaries, online crime, psychopathy and contemporary crime fiction.
- Where: Espacio Séneca
- 12:00: El crimen en pantalla: cine, series y docuseries
- 13:00: Delitos informáticos y la red profunda
- 18:00: Psicópatas entre nosotros
- 18:45: Lobos entre corderos
- 19:45: 30 años de Petra Delicado – Alicia Giménez Bartlett
- Admission: free until capacity is reached
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VIII Alicante International Blues Festival – day two
The blues festival continues at Las Cigarreras on Saturday, with two bands taking the stage: Valencia’s Los Fabulosos Blueshakers and Cantabria’s Jimmy Barnatán & The Cocooners.
- Where: Centro Cultural Las Cigarreras
- When: October 17
- Programme starts: from 17:00
- Artists: Los Fabulosos Blueshakers, Jimmy Barnatán & The Cocooners
- Price: from €10.50
- More information: Festival Blues Alicante
Ferran Exceso – #TÓCATEALGOFERRAN
Sala Euterpe welcomes Ferran Exceso, known for his musical covers on YouTube. His #TÓCATEALGOFERRAN show brings together popular songs reinterpreted in his own style.
- Where: Sala Euterpe, Sant Joan d’Alacant
- When: October 17
- Doors: 21:00
- Starts: 21:30
- Price: €15 + booking fee in advance, €18 at the venue if tickets remain
- Tickets: Sala Euterpe
Muerdo – acoustic concert
In the evening, Muerdo performs at Sala Marea Rock. This time, the show is presented in a more intimate acoustic format.
- Where: Sala Marea Rock, Calle del Comercio, 10, Alicante
- When: October 17
- Time: 22:00
- Price: from €18
- Format: acoustic concert
- Tickets: Sala Marea Rock
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KRUSH – electronic music night
Around midnight, Sala Marea Rock changes pace for KRUSH, an electronic music night featuring VLX, Psyntheik, Kali Tek and other artists.
- Where: Sala Marea Rock
- When: night of October 17
- Starts: 23:59
- Price: from €8
- Format: electronic / techno
- Tickets: Sala Marea Rock
Sunday, October 18
Otoño en Parques – Un mar de cuentos
The city’s Otoño en Parques programme continues on Sunday with a free family activity at Parque Canalejas.
Un mar de cuentos is a storytelling performance using puppets, books and objects, inspired by the sea, its mysteries, mermaids, fish, treasures and ships.
- Where: Parque Canalejas
- When: October 18
- Starts: 12:00
- Age: 3–8
- Price: free
- More information: Alicante City Council
Alicante True Crime – festival finale
The second edition of Alicante True Crime comes to a close on Sunday. The final sessions explore how realistically police work is portrayed in thrillers and why true crime has become one of the most popular genres in contemporary digital media.
- Where: Espacio Séneca
- 12:00: Qué puede – y qué no – hacer un policía en un thriller, Blas Ruiz Grau
- 13:00: El auge del true crime: narrar el mal en el mundo digital
- Participants: Ana G. Mendoza and Francisco Pérez Caballero
- Price: free until capacity is reached
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La Cubana – final Alicante performance
October 18 is the final opportunity to see La Cuisine de ma Cousine by La Cubana at Teatro Principal.
After a run lasting almost two weeks, Sunday’s performance will be the company’s final Alicante show during its October visit.
- Where: Teatro Principal de Alicante
- When: October 18
- Starts: 18:00
- Duration: around 120 minutes
- Price: from €35
- Tickets: Teatro Principal de Alicante
Exhibitions throughout the weekend
El juego del pallar
Centro Cultural Las Cigarreras continues to host El juego del pallar, an exhibition by artist Martín López Lam. The exhibition features screen prints, drawings and ceramics produced during his residency at the cultural centre.
- Where: Centro Cultural Las Cigarreras, Calle San Carlos, 78
- When: until October 31
- Opening hours: 10:00–21:30
- Price: free
- Information
Un museo imaginario – Andrés Rábago / El Roto
Lonja del Pescado hosts Un museo imaginario by Andrés Rábago, also known as El Roto. The project offers the artist’s own interpretation of art history from the Renaissance to the present day.
- Where: Lonja del Pescado
- When: until November 1
- Price: free
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La ciudad de las torres – Miquel Navarro
Lonja del Pescado is also hosting La ciudad de las torres, an exhibition by renowned Valencian artist Miquel Navarro.
- Where: Lonja del Pescado
- When: until November 1
- Price: free
- Information
The Utopian Stone
Another autumn exhibition can be visited at Centro Cultural Las Cigarreras. The Utopian Stone is part of the city’s current cultural programme and remains open throughout the weekend.
- Where: Las Cigarreras
- When: until December 5
- Price: free
- Information
FAQ – Alicante events, October 15–18, 2026
What are the main events in Alicante from October 15 to 18?
Highlights include the final La Cubana performances, Alicante True Crime, the VIII Alicante International Blues Festival, David Otero, Hey Kid and Marlena, Circarte, FUTURMODA and the family-oriented Jornada CRIA.
Which free events are taking place in Alicante?
A large part of the Alicante True Crime programme is free, along with the VIII Alicante International Blues Festival events at Las Cigarreras, the Otoño en Parques family activity and several municipal exhibitions.
What can families with children do on October 17–18?
On October 17, Teatro Principal presents Pinocchio in English for children aged 3–10, while Jornada CRIA at Palacio de Congresos includes a children’s area. On October 18, Parque Canalejas hosts the free Un mar de cuentos show for children aged 3–8.
Which concerts are taking place on October 16?
On October 16, you can choose between David Otero, Hey Kid and Marlena at El Muelle Live, ADDA Simfònica Alicante with Patrick Messina, Sobrezero at Sala Euterpe, Mamá Ladilla at Sala Marea Rock and the blues concert at Las Cigarreras.
What can you see at Teatro Principal?
From October 15 to 18, Teatro Principal hosts the final performances of La Cuisine de ma Cousine by La Cubana. On October 17, it also presents the English-language children’s production Pinocchio.
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Important: organisers may change schedules, ticket prices and admission conditions. Before attending, we recommend checking the latest information on the official page for each event.