{"id":1601,"date":"2026-10-05T18:38:21","date_gmt":"2026-10-05T15:38:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alicante-smarthotel.com\/?p=1601"},"modified":"2026-10-06T17:50:27","modified_gmt":"2026-10-06T14:50:27","slug":"alicante-events-october-8-11-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/alicante-smarthotel.com\/en\/alicante-events-october-8-11-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Alicante events guide, 8\u201311 October 2026: concerts, circus, theatre and 9 October events"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>From October 8 to 11, 2026, Alicante will host one of the busiest cultural weekends of the autumn. The international contemporary circus festival <strong>Circarte<\/strong> gets under way, the acclaimed <strong>La Cubana<\/strong> company takes over Teatro Principal, the port hosts a marathon electronic music event with <strong>Music in the Garden<\/strong>, and Sunday rounds off the weekend with <strong>Candlelight<\/strong> and <strong>Ni\u00f1a Pastori<\/strong> concerts.<\/p>\n<p>Another reason to spend these days in Alicante is <strong>October 9, D\u00eda de la Comunitat Valenciana<\/strong>, the official public holiday of the Valencian Community.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"cta\" style=\"border: 2px solid #111; border-radius: 12px; padding: 14px; margin: 18px 0;\">\n        <p style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0;\">\n            <strong>\ud83c\udf42 Autumn break in Alicante<\/strong><br>\n            Autumn in Alicante often feels like summer. Spend a few days by the sea and combine your stay with concerts, festivals, museums and walks around the city.<\/p>\n<p>\u2714 Book 3 nights and get 15% off<\/p>\n<p>\u2714 Book 5 nights and get 20% off<\/p>\n<p>\u2714 Welcome bottle of Alicante wine \u2013 one per stay<\/p>\n<p>\u2714 Late check-out until 13:00 \u2013 subject to availability<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udcc5 The offer is valid for stays from 15 September to 30 November.<\/p>\n<p>Cannot be combined with the Club Alegr\u00eda discount or other promotions. The offer is subject to availability.        <\/p>\n        <p style=\"margin: 0;\">\n            <a style=\"display: inline-block; padding: 10px 14px; background: #BE9254; color: #fff; border-radius: 10px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/bookings.alicante-smarthotel.com\/en\/step-1?id=pIC%24I%24o66nxXz23grflTPA&#038;adults=2&#038;children=0\" onclick=\"gtag(&#039;event&#039;, &#039;blog_action_btn&#039;);\">\n                Book now!            <\/a>\n        <\/p>\n    <\/div>\n    \n<h2 id=\"october-8\">Thursday, October 8<\/h2>\n<h3>La Cubana \u2013 La Cuisine de ma Cousine<\/h3>\n<p>One of Alicante\u2019s major theatre events this October begins on the 8th. <strong>La Cubana<\/strong> arrives at Teatro Principal with its new production, <strong>La Cuisine de ma Cousine<\/strong>, featuring the company\u2019s trademark blend of comedy, music, absurd situations, colourful characters and audience interaction.<\/p>\n<p>A whole series of performances is scheduled in Alicante from October 8 to 18. During this weekend, the show can be seen every day.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Where:<\/strong> Teatro Principal de Alicante, Plaza Ruperto Chap\u00ed, s\/n<\/li>\n<li><strong>October 8:<\/strong> 20:00<\/li>\n<li><strong>October 9:<\/strong> 17:00 and 21:00<\/li>\n<li><strong>October 10:<\/strong> 17:00 and 21:00<\/li>\n<li><strong>October 11:<\/strong> 18:00<\/li>\n<li><strong>Duration:<\/strong> around 2 hours<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> from \u20ac35<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tickets:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.teatroprincipaldealicante.com\/obra\/la-cubana\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Teatro Principal de Alicante<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>O Quam Tu Pulchra Es \u2013 Baroque music<\/h3>\n<p>For a more intimate evening, consider <strong>O Quam Tu Pulchra Es<\/strong>, a concert devoted to 17th-century Italian music.<\/p>\n<p>The performers include countertenor Pedro P\u00e9rez, \u00d3scar Santacreu on Baroque guitar and Josep P\u00e9rez on theorbo.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Where:<\/strong> Sede Universitaria Ciudad de Alicante, Calle Ram\u00f3n y Cajal, 4<\/li>\n<li><strong>When:<\/strong> October 8, 19:00<\/li>\n<li><strong>Format:<\/strong> Baroque music<\/li>\n<li><strong>More information:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/cvnet.cpd.ua.es\/AgendaUA\/V\/218752?agenda=&amp;terminoBusqueda=&amp;rangoFechas=&amp;enLaUa=True&amp;credits=False&amp;materia=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Universidad de Alicante Agenda<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"october-9\">Friday, October 9<\/h2>\n<h3>Circarte 2026 \u2013 festival opening<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Festival Circarte begins on October 9<\/strong>, bringing one of Alicante\u2019s leading contemporary circus festivals back to the city. The 2026 programme features dozens of performances and activities at venues across Alicante, with a large part of the programme available free of charge.<\/p>\n<p>The opening day takes place in Zona Norte. Plaza de Argel will host a circus skills workshop and face painting, followed by a street parade with the Klakibum batucada. The day ends with <strong>Tres Tristes Trolls<\/strong> by LaN\u00f6rdika.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Where:<\/strong> Plaza de Argel \u2013 Plaza de la Cruz, Alicante<\/li>\n<li><strong>16:30:<\/strong> circus workshop and face painting<\/li>\n<li><strong>17:30:<\/strong> parade with Klakibum batucada<\/li>\n<li><strong>18:30:<\/strong> Tres Tristes Trolls \u2013 LaN\u00f6rdika<\/li>\n<li><strong>More information:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/festivaldecirco.com\/circarte\/circarte-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Circarte<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Music in the Garden \u2013 Electronic Edition<\/h3>\n<p>On the same day, Alicante\u2019s port will turn into a major electronic music venue. <strong>Music in the Garden: Electronic Edition<\/strong> promises more than ten hours of music by the sea, with DJ sets, food and visual shows.<\/p>\n<p>Headliners include French duo <strong>Ofenbach<\/strong> and French Touch pioneer <strong>\u00c9tienne de Cr\u00e9cy<\/strong>. Blitzmix and Sin Planet Showcase are also on the line-up.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Where:<\/strong> El Muelle Live, Puerto de Alicante<\/li>\n<li><strong>When:<\/strong> October 9<\/li>\n<li><strong>Doors:<\/strong> 13:00<\/li>\n<li><strong>Duration:<\/strong> more than 10 hours<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> from \u20ac20<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tickets:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.elmuellelive.com\/evento\/music-in-the-garden-%c2%b7-electronic-edition\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">El Muelle Live<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Rafa Pons \u2013 Gira de Especialidad<\/h3>\n<p>Fans of Spanish singer-songwriters can catch <strong>Rafa Pons<\/strong> at Sala Euterpe in Sant Joan d\u2019Alacant. The musician is celebrating 20 years on stage and presenting his tenth album as part of his <strong>Gira de Especialidad<\/strong> tour.<\/p>\n<p>Rafa Pons\u2019 concerts combine singer-songwriter music, humour and stories inspired by everyday situations.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Where:<\/strong> Sala Euterpe, Carrer Dr. Ivorra, 34, Sant Joan d\u2019Alacant<\/li>\n<li><strong>When:<\/strong> October 9<\/li>\n<li><strong>Doors:<\/strong> 21:00<\/li>\n<li><strong>Show starts:<\/strong> 21:30<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> \u20ac16 + booking fee in advance, \u20ac18 at the door if tickets remain<\/li>\n<li><strong>Format:<\/strong> standing concert<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tickets:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/salaeuterpe.com\/event\/rafa-pons-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sala Euterpe<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Fuckop Family + Sujeto K + Linamorgan Freeman<\/h3>\n<p>Another option for Friday night is a live show at <strong>Sala Marea Rock<\/strong>. The main act is Fuckop Family, a band from Villena that has spent 25 years mixing ragga, punk, rap, metal, electronic music and tribal rhythms.<\/p>\n<p>In Alicante they will share the stage with <strong>Sujeto K<\/strong> and <strong>Linamorgan Freeman<\/strong>. Fuckop Family arrives with its new EP <em>A Foc<\/em> and a revamped live show.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Where:<\/strong> Sala Marea Rock, Calle del Comercio, 10, Alicante<\/li>\n<li><strong>When:<\/strong> October 9<\/li>\n<li><strong>Doors:<\/strong> 22:00<\/li>\n<li><strong>Show starts:<\/strong> 23:00<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price at the door:<\/strong> \u20ac13<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tickets:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/ticketere.com\/evento\/09-10-26-fuckop-family-sujeto-k\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ticketere<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>9 d\u2019Octubre \u2013 festive events<\/h3>\n<p>October 9 is celebrated throughout the Valencian Community as the <strong>D\u00eda de la Comunitat Valenciana<\/strong>. Alicante hosts a variety of festive and cultural events throughout the day to mark the region\u2019s main public holiday.<\/p>\n<p>The evening programme also includes pyrotechnic events. It is worth checking the exact location and time again before attending, as the programme may be subject to change.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>When:<\/strong> October 9<\/li>\n<li><strong>Format:<\/strong> festive events and fireworks<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> free<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"october-10\">Saturday, October 10<\/h2>\n<h3>A full day of Circarte at Las Cigarreras<\/h3>\n<p>On Saturday, <strong>Centro Cultural Las Cigarreras<\/strong> will become a circus hub for most of the day. The programme includes a family circus workshop, music, a freak show and circus performances.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>11:00\u201312:30:<\/strong> family circus workshop<\/li>\n<li><strong>12:30:<\/strong> Billy Mandanga \u2013 Los autitos chocadores<\/li>\n<li><strong>16:30:<\/strong> open freak show<\/li>\n<li><strong>18:00:<\/strong> Jean Philippe Kikolas \u2013 Inquieto<\/li>\n<li><strong>Throughout the day:<\/strong> craft market and bar<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Where:<\/strong> Centro Cultural Las Cigarreras, Calle San Carlos, 78<\/li>\n<li><strong>When:<\/strong> October 10, 11:00\u201320:00<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> the main festival programme is free<\/li>\n<li><strong>More information:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.alicante.es\/es\/noticias\/circarte-vuelve-23-espectaculos-y-actividades-del-9-al-25-octubre-alicante\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Circarte \u2013 Alicante City Council<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>The Jury Experience \u2013 Muerte por IA<\/h3>\n<p>For something different on Saturday afternoon, try the interactive theatrical thriller <strong>The Jury Experience: Muerte por IA<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Audience members become jurors in a case where a person\u2019s death is linked to an artificial intelligence system. Participants must hear the arguments, examine the evidence and reach their own verdict.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Where:<\/strong> Auditorio Fundaci\u00f3n Mediterr\u00e1neo<\/li>\n<li><strong>When:<\/strong> October 10, 17:00<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> from \u20ac21<\/li>\n<li><strong>Format:<\/strong> interactive theatre \/ courtroom thriller<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomaticket.com\/ca-es\/entrades-the-jury-experience-muerte-por-ia-quien-paga-el-precio-alicante\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Information and tickets<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Festival de Tributos American Rock Stars<\/h3>\n<p>Fans of heavier rock can head to <strong>American Rock Stars<\/strong> on October 10, a tribute night dedicated to three iconic American bands.<\/p>\n<p>At Sala Marea Rock, <strong>Disorder<\/strong> will perform a System of a Down tribute, <strong>Bombtruck<\/strong> will pay homage to Rage Against The Machine and <strong>Black Horsemen<\/strong> will play Metallica classics.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Where:<\/strong> Sala Marea Rock, Calle del Comercio, 10, Alicante<\/li>\n<li><strong>When:<\/strong> October 10<\/li>\n<li><strong>Doors:<\/strong> 22:00<\/li>\n<li><strong>Show starts:<\/strong> 23:00<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> advance \u2013 \u20ac15, at the door \u2013 \u20ac18<\/li>\n<li><strong>Artists:<\/strong> Disorder, Bombtruck, Black Horsemen<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tickets:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/entradium.com\/events\/festival-de-tributos-american-rock-stars-alicante\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Entradium<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n    <div class=\"cta\" style=\"border: 2px solid #111; border-radius: 12px; padding: 14px; margin: 18px 0;\">\n        <p style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0;\">\n            <strong>\u2728Club Alegria<\/strong><br>\n            Sign up for our club and enjoy its benefits:<\/p>\n<p>\u271410% exclusive discount<br \/>\n\u2714Welcome amenity: complimentary water and coffee capsules<br \/>\n\u2714Check-out at 1:00 PM or Early check-in at 2:00 PM (optional)<br \/>\n        <\/p>\n        <p style=\"margin: 0;\">\n            <a style=\"display: inline-block; padding: 10px 14px; background: #BE9254; color: #fff; border-radius: 10px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/alicante-smarthotel.com\/en\/habitaciones\/\" onclick=\"gtag(&#039;event&#039;, &#039;blog_action_btn&#039;);\">\n                Book with 10% off            <\/a>\n        <\/p>\n    <\/div>\n    \n<h2 id=\"october-11\">Sunday, October 11<\/h2>\n<h3>Oto\u00f1o en Parques \u2013 family programme<\/h3>\n<p>On October 11, the city\u2019s <strong>Oto\u00f1o en Parques<\/strong> programme will mark the International Day of the Girl, with several free family activities scheduled throughout the day.<\/p>\n<p>At <strong>Parque El Palmeral<\/strong>, there will be a workshop and storytelling session for children. Later in the day, Circarte continues at <strong>Monte Tossal<\/strong> with <strong>Sublunar<\/strong> by Bot Project.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>12:00:<\/strong> workshop and storytelling \u2013 Parque El Palmeral<\/li>\n<li><strong>17:30:<\/strong> Sublunar \u2013 Monte Tossal<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> free<\/li>\n<li><strong>Age:<\/strong> Sublunar is suitable for a broad family audience<\/li>\n<li><strong>More information:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.alicante.es\/es\/noticias\/otono-parques-llena-espectaculos-mas-pequenos-domingos-octubre\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Alicante City Council<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>XIII Ciclo Las Bandas de la Provincia \u2013 ADDA<\/h3>\n<p>On Sunday, ADDA continues its concert series featuring musical ensembles from across Alicante province. At 13:00, <strong>Sociedad Musical La Amistad de Villafranqueza<\/strong> performs under conductor Eduardo Peris Signes.<\/p>\n<p>Free tickets must be booked in advance, as capacity is limited.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Where:<\/strong> ADDA \u2013 Auditorio de la Diputaci\u00f3n de Alicante<\/li>\n<li><strong>When:<\/strong> October 11, 13:00<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> free with advance reservation<\/li>\n<li><strong>More information:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/addaalicante.es\/concierto\/xiii-ciclo-las-bandas-de-la-provincia-en-el-adda-sociedad-musical-la-amistad-de-villafranqueza\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ADDA Alicante<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>IV Aniversari Colors de l\u2019Horta<\/h3>\n<p>Sala Euterpe will host the fourth anniversary celebration of <strong>Colors de l\u2019Horta<\/strong>, an association working with the LGBTQ+ community in Sant Joan d\u2019Alacant.<\/p>\n<p>The programme features <strong>Josep Maria C3ndra<\/strong> and <strong>Miss Super Nova<\/strong>. Funds raised during the event will go towards the association\u2019s projects and social initiatives.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Where:<\/strong> Sala Euterpe, Carrer Dr. Ivorra, 34, Sant Joan d\u2019Alacant<\/li>\n<li><strong>When:<\/strong> October 11<\/li>\n<li><strong>Doors:<\/strong> 19:00<\/li>\n<li><strong>Show starts:<\/strong> 19:30<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> \u20ac5.50 + booking fee in advance, \u20ac8 at the venue if tickets remain<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tickets:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/salaeuterpe.com\/event\/iv-aniversari-colors-de-lhorta\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sala Euterpe<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Candlelight: Tribute to Taylor Swift<\/h3>\n<p>In the evening, the MARQ Archaeological Museum hosts <strong>Candlelight: Tribute to Taylor Swift<\/strong>, performed by the Adre Quartet string ensemble.<\/p>\n<p>The programme includes arrangements of Love Story, Anti-Hero, Cruel Summer, Shake It Off, You Belong With Me and other well-known songs.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Where:<\/strong> MARQ \u2013 Museo Arqueol\u00f3gico de Alicante<\/li>\n<li><strong>When:<\/strong> October 11<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sessions:<\/strong> 18:30 and 20:30<\/li>\n<li><strong>Duration:<\/strong> around 60 minutes<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> approximately from \u20ac22<\/li>\n<li><strong>Age:<\/strong> 8+; children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tickets:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/feverup.com\/m\/140390\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Candlelight Alicante<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>NOVUS + COPENHAGE + CAJA B<\/h3>\n<p>On Sunday, Sala Marea Rock continues its live programme with three bands: <strong>Novus, Copenhage and Caja B<\/strong>. It is one of the most affordable gigs of the weekend, with general admission starting at just \u20ac5.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Where:<\/strong> Sala Marea Rock, Calle del Comercio, 10, Alicante<\/li>\n<li><strong>When:<\/strong> October 11<\/li>\n<li><strong>Time:<\/strong> from 19:30<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> from \u20ac5<\/li>\n<li><strong>Artists:<\/strong> Novus, Copenhage, Caja B<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tickets:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/entradasmarearock.com\/event\/novus\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sala Marea Rock<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Ni\u00f1a Pastori \u2013 Color Fania<\/h3>\n<p>One of the weekend\u2019s biggest music events is <strong>Ni\u00f1a Pastori<\/strong> at El Muelle Live.<\/p>\n<p>The singer brings her <strong>Color Fania<\/strong> project to Alicante, blending flamenco with Latin American influences and contemporary sounds. The set will include new material as well as some of the best-known songs from her career spanning more than 30 years.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Where:<\/strong> El Muelle Live, Puerto de Alicante<\/li>\n<li><strong>When:<\/strong> October 11<\/li>\n<li><strong>Doors:<\/strong> 19:30<\/li>\n<li><strong>Concert starts:<\/strong> 21:00<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> from \u20ac60<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tickets:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.elmuellelive.com\/evento\/nina-pastori\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">El Muelle Live<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"exhibitions\">Exhibitions throughout the weekend<\/h2>\n<h3>El viaje de la Luz<\/h3>\n<p>This science exhibition at Espacio S\u00e9neca explores light, the universe, telescopes and the major solar eclipses of 2026\u20132028.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Where:<\/strong> Espacio S\u00e9neca, Plaza S\u00e9neca<\/li>\n<li><strong>When:<\/strong> until October 12<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> free<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>El juego del pallar<\/h3>\n<p>Las Cigarreras is hosting the free exhibition <strong>El juego del pallar<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Where:<\/strong> Centro Cultural Las Cigarreras<\/li>\n<li><strong>When:<\/strong> until October 31<\/li>\n<li><strong>Opening hours:<\/strong> 10:00\u201321:30<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> free<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>La ciudad de las torres \u2013 Miquel Navarro<\/h3>\n<p>Lonja del Pescado continues to host <strong>La ciudad de las torres<\/strong>, an exhibition by artist Miquel Navarro.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Where:<\/strong> Lonja del Pescado<\/li>\n<li><strong>When:<\/strong> until November 1<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> free<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>El Roto \u2013 museum of imagination<\/h3>\n<p>Another exhibition at Lonja del Pescado is devoted to the work of artist and cartoonist <strong>El Roto<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Where:<\/strong> Lonja del Pescado<\/li>\n<li><strong>When:<\/strong> until November 1<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> free<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"faq\">FAQ \u2013 Alicante events, October 8\u201311, 2026<\/h2>\n<h3>What are the best events in Alicante on October 9?<\/h3>\n<p>Circarte opens on October 9 with a free programme in Zona Norte, while El Muelle Live hosts the Music in the Garden electronic music festival featuring Ofenbach and \u00c9tienne de Cr\u00e9cy. October 9 is also the D\u00eda de la Comunitat Valenciana.<\/p>\n<h3>Which free events are taking place in Alicante from October 8 to 11?<\/h3>\n<p>Much of Circarte\u2019s opening programme is free, including the October 9 events and activities at Las Cigarreras on October 10. Oto\u00f1o en Parques family activities and several municipal exhibitions are also free.<\/p>\n<h3>What can families with children do in Alicante?<\/h3>\n<p>Circarte and Oto\u00f1o en Parques are among the best family options. On October 11, there will be children\u2019s activities at Parque El Palmeral and the free Sublunar circus show at Monte Tossal.<\/p>\n<h3>Which concerts are taking place in Alicante on October 11?<\/h3>\n<p>On October 11, Sociedad Musical La Amistad de Villafranqueza performs at ADDA, MARQ hosts a Taylor Swift Candlelight concert, and Ni\u00f1a Pastori takes the stage at El Muelle Live in the evening.<\/p>\n<h3>What can you see at Teatro Principal de Alicante?<\/h3>\n<p>From October 8, Teatro Principal presents <strong>La Cuisine de ma Cousine<\/strong> by La Cubana. Several performances are scheduled from October 8 to 11, including two shows on both Friday and Saturday.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>\ud83c\udf0a Spend a weekend in Alicante.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/alicante-smarthotel.com\/en\/rooms\/\" target=\"_self\" style=\"display:inline-block;\n                      padding:10px 14px;\n                      border-radius:10px;\n                      text-decoration:none;\n                      margin-right:0px;\n                      background:#111;color:#fff;\" onclick=\"gtag(&#039;event&#039;, &#039;blog_action_btn&#039;);\">\n                Check availability\n            <\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><em>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.<\/em><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>From October 8 to 11, 2026, Alicante will host one of the busiest cultural weekends of the autumn. 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