Below is a selection of events in Alicante and nearby for the coming weekend (Friday–Sunday, April 17–19, 2026). For each event, you’ll find the venue, time, price, and a ticket link (or the event page). It is recommended to double-check the schedule before heading out.
April 17, Friday
ADDA·Simfònica + Meta4 Quartet Concert: La ruta inextinguible
A symphonic evening featuring music by Falla, Campogrande, and Nielsen, performed by ADDA·Simfònica Alicante and the Meta4 Quartet.
- Venue: ADDA (Auditorio de la DiputaciĂłn de Alicante)
- Time: April 17, 20:00
- Price: from €22.40
- Buy tickets
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VOLAVENT in Alicante Concert
A concert by the indie-pop project Volavent at Sala Confetti.
- Venue: Sala Confetti, Alicante
- Time: April 17, 21:00
- Price: from €11.00
- Buy tickets
Griso Concert
A concert by Griso at Sala Euterpe.
- Venue: Sala Euterpe (Sant Joan d’Alacant)
- Time: April 17; doors at 21:30, show starts at 22:00
- Price: €16 + fees
- Buy tickets
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CALIFORNICADOS (Red Hot Chili Peppers Tribute)
A Red Hot Chili Peppers tribute show at Sala Marearock.
- Venue: Sala Marearock
- Time: April 17, 22:00–01:00
- Price: from €12
- Buy tickets
Parkuir: Cronograma de la historia del deporte
A practice session and collective “chronograph” of sports history through a queer, anti-ableist, and anti-fatphobic lens.
- Venue: Las Cigarreras, Alicante
- Time: April 17, 18:00
- Details
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Primavera en Parques: Espacio de circo en familia
A family circus space by CĂa. Circarte; the April 12 performance was moved to Friday due to rain.
- Venue: Parque Lo Morant, Alicante
- Time: April 17, 11:00
- Details
Ernesto Sevilla Show – Yo literal
A stand-up monologue with Ernesto Sevilla’s signature absurdist humor.
- Venue: Teatro Principal de Alicante
- Time: April 17, 21:00; April 18, 20:00
- Price: €29
- Buy tickets
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April 18, Saturday
El Kanka Concert
A major El Kanka concert at Marmarela as part of Baltimore Live.
- Venue: Marmarela, Muelle Levante, 14, Alicante
- Time: April 18, 21:00
- Price: €38.50
- Buy tickets
Ricky Hombre Libre in Alicante 2026
An original show by Ricky Hombre Libre at Sala Marearock.
- Venue: Sala Marearock
- Time: April 18, 22:00
- Price: €15.50
- Buy tickets
Carey Concert
A concert by the project of aarönsáez and Antonio Turro: habaneras and canción popular with a contemporary sound.
- Venue: Sala Euterpe (Sant Joan d’Alacant)
- Time: April 18; doors at 21:30, show starts at 22:00
- Price: €12 + fees
- Buy tickets
NILU
A family performance by Cia. Infinit about water, nature, and hope, combining circus, object theatre, magic, and live music.
- Venue: Teatre Arniches, Alicante
- Time: April 18, 19:30
- Price: €10
- Buy tickets
Cultura en Barrios Puppet Show: Chanchanplan
A puppet performance by Arde La Nona that reimagines the story of the three little pigs without words and with a new ending.
- Venue: Centro Social Isla de Cuba, Alicante
- Time: April 18, 18:30
- Details
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Family Creative Lab
A family creative workshop with fluorescent art for children aged 4 and up.
- Venue: Va de Cuentos
- Time: April 18, 11:00
- Price: from €5
- Buy tickets
ESENCIA XPLOSION Party: Bassdrum Proyect + DJ Palas + Perikostyle + …
A late-night electronic party at Sala Marearock.
- Venue: Sala Marearock
- Time: April 18, 23:50 – April 19, 07:00
- Price: from €10
- Buy tickets
April 19, Sunday
Escape Room Comedy
A dark comedy with thriller elements about friendship, panic, and a locked space.
- Venue: Teatro Principal de Alicante
- Time: April 19, 18:00
- Price: from €12
- Buy tickets
Pacoenlaluna Concert
>An original concert with monologues, dialogues, and songs — balancing humor and emotion.
- Venue: Sala Euterpe (Sant Joan d’Alacant)
- Time: April 19; doors at 19:00, show starts at 19:30
- Price: from €10 + fees
- Buy tickets
ETIQUETA NEGRA Concert (Tribute to Patricio Rey y sus Redonditos de Ricota)
An Argentine rock tribute at Sala Marearock.
- Venue: Sala Marearock
- Time: April 19, 20:00
- Price: from €15
- Buy tickets
Primavera en Parques Circus Performance: Un carro de jocs
A free family circus-clown show by CĂa Ameba Teatre for children aged 4–10.
- Venue: Parque de Canalejas, Alicante
- Time: April 19, 12:00
- Details
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Running all weekend
Exhibition “La romerĂa de los cornudos”
An exhibition by MarĂa Alcaide at Las Cigarreras, inspired by the ballet by GarcĂa Lorca and Rivas Cherif and interpreted through video, dance, music, and costume. This weekend it is available on Saturday, since the venue is closed on Sundays.
- Venue: CC Las Cigarreras
- Time: April 10 to August 22, Tue–Sat, 10:00–21:30
- Details
Documentary Exhibition
A documentary exhibition at the Archivo Municipal as part of Año Varela-Esplá.
- Venue: Archivo Municipal de Alicante
- Time: April 7 to May 24, 2026; it is best to check opening hours on the venue page
- Details
MUBAG – current exhibitions
Current exhibitions at the Museo de Bellas Artes Gravina (check opening hours and schedule on the museum’s page).
- Venue: MUBAG (Museo de Bellas Artes Gravina)
- Time: according to the museum schedule
- Information
MUA – exhibitions on the UA campus
Three current exhibitions at MUA: the gender-art exhibition (mulier, mulieris) and anniversary exhibitions by the faculties.
- Venue: MUA (Museo de la Universidad de Alicante), San Vicente del Raspeig
- Time: Mon–Fri 09:00–20:00; Sat–Sun 10:00–14:00
- mulier, mulieris 2026 – details
- Triálogos. Conversaciones a tres voces en la colección del MUA – details
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Where to stay so you can fit everything in?
Packed weekends call for smart planning: the logic is simple – stay in a spot that makes it easy to get to evening concerts, daytime exhibitions, and seaside walks.
Alicante Smart Hotel is a perfect match for a “smart weekend”, where the city is close and your отдых is without the rush:
- a convenient location to quickly reach the main venues,
- early check-in and late check-out (as an option, so you don’t lose half a day),
- breakfast delivered to your room (as an option),
- a swimming pool,
- 10% off when booking directly on the hotel website.
Choosing a room depends on your trip format:
- Superior Double Standard – ideal for couples or solo travelers who want maximum comfort:Â
- Double Standard with Terrace – perfect for those who value having their own outdoor space.
- Superior Triple Room – a practical and comfortable option for families or small groups:Â
To make your weekend trip even easier and more comfortable, Alicante Smart Hotel offers several add-ons that naturally fit a 2–3 day itinerary.
- Breakfast delivered to your room.
- For special occasions – or simply to add a festive mood – the hotel has celebration packs.Â
- You can also arrange an airport transfer from Alicante Airport – from €30.Â
- In addition, early check-in and late check-out options are available – so you can make the most of your weekend.