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Alicante weekend events guide, 23–26 July 2026: KURIOS, FRESCA!, Feid, theatre, concerts
Best of this week: Cirque du Soleil KURIOS at Playa de San Juan Festival FRESCA!: Sísifos, GOTA and Paraíso 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 Músicas at Plaza del Ayuntamiento Cine de Verano…
Fishing in Alicante: Locations, Licences, Rules and Local Know-How
TL;DR Alicante is a strong all-round fishing destination thanks to accessible shore spots, rocky headlands, marinas, charter operators and a varied Mediterranean habitat. Good shore fishing areas include Cabo de las Huertas, Santa Pola, Torrevieja and El Campello, with species such as seabream, mullet, sea bass, mackerel, garfish, squid and cuttlefish. Tourists can fish in…
Alicante weekend events guide, 16–19 July 2026: KURIOS, Aquarela Music, FIJAZZ, theatre, concerts
Best of this week: Premiere of Cirque du Soleil KURIOS at Playa de San Juan Aquarela Music: God Save The Queen, Gira OT 2025 and Luz Casal FIJAZZ at ADDA: Iberian Trio, Carles Benavent trío, Niño Josele and Zenet Teatro Principal: Perdido en los 80 and Veladas Ghibli Tributo Festival FRESCA! at Casa Mediterráneo Verano…
ADDA’s new symphonic season 2026-27 in Alicante will offer 20 concerts
Auditorio de la Diputación de Alicante (ADDA) has presented its new 2026/27 symphonic season under the title “Naturaleza, Vida y Amor”. The programme will run from September 2026 to June 2027 and will include 20 concerts featuring ADDA·Simfònica Alicante, international orchestras, renowned conductors and soloists. For Alicante, this season will become another important event in…
Alicante weekend events guide, 9–12 July 2026: Aquarela Music, FIJAZZ, theatre, concerts, shows
Best of this week: Aquarela Music: Pablo Alborán and Valeria Castro Verano de Músicas at Plaza del Ayuntamiento Teatro Principal: Tia Visantica and Txabi Franquesa FIJAZZ at ADDA: Las Migas and Jorge Pardo trío Festival Mediterráneo de Cantautores and Gran Circus Maximus Below is a selection of events in Alicante and nearby from 9 to…
The 10 Best Ice Cream Cafés in Alicante: A Sweet Journey Through Flavor, Tradition, and Innovation
TL;DR Alicante has a rich artisan gelato scene, from traditional family-run heladerías to modern gelato labs and Italian-style cremerias. The city center is especially convenient for ice cream walks, with several top cafés near the Concatedral de San Nicolás, Explanada de España, Rambla de Méndez Núñez and Calle San Francisco. Good options exist for different…
Alicante weekend events guide, 2–5 July 2026: concerts, festivals, theatre, tastings, shows
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…
Water Adventures in Alicante: The Best Water Sports and Activities on the Costa Blanca
TL;DR Alicante is one of the best places on the Costa Blanca for water activities thanks to its mild climate, warm sea, sunny weather, beaches, marinas and easy access to the Mediterranean. The main water adventures include sailing, stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, diving, snorkeling, jet skiing, windsurfing, kitesurfing, boat excursions to Tabarca Island, fishing trips and…
The best cheap eats in Alicante in 2026: top 7 budget restaurants worth visiting
TL;DR: Alicante is an excellent city for affordable food in 2026. From vegetarian Middle Eastern cuisine and Venezuelan burgers to Spanish tapas, seafood, artisan gelato and traditional horchata, these seven places offer quality meals and desserts without overspending. Table of Contents Falafelmanía Restaurante Vegetariano y Vegano Oriental Tepuy Burger La Crispeta Circo Alicante Alma Del…
Alicante weekend events guide, 26–28 June 2026: fireworks, Coso Multicolor, concerts, tours, shows
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…