Calpe
Are you visiting Calpe at the end of July or the beginning of August? Well, you're in luck! Why not join in the town's festivities in honour of its patron saint, it will make your stay an unforgettable one.
Moraira
Those who visit the peaceful town of Moraira in the month of August can enjoy live Jazz music while they follow a route that the local Department of Tourism has set up through the town's streets and its nooks and crannies, with the intention of livening up the warm summer evenings.
Moraira
In mid-August, the town of Teulada-Moraira holds a medieval market, which is very popular and well attended.
Altea
Altea's Castell de la l´Olla has been a tradition for over twenty years; a festival of light and gunpowder, which is unique in being the only festival in the world with a firework display at sea, with the pyrotechnics launched from 8 platforms each weighing 15 tonnes.
Elche
In mid-August, Elche celebrates its well-known patron saint festival and, at the same time a mystery that has reached the four corners of the world: the Misteri d’Elx.
Dénia
Of all the festive displays of Moors and Christians in the Community of Valencia, it may well be that the one that takes place in Dénia every year between the 13th and 16th of August is the most ancient, as it is referred to in documents that date as far back as the 16th century, to 1599 to be exact.
Valencia
You've probably been in dozens of parties all over the world, but believe me, you've never seen anything like this!
Jávea
Seven young couples, the so-called "Mayorales" and "Mayoralesas", are the protagonists of the "Mare de Déu de Loreto" festivities in Jávea. Bedecked in lavish attire, the girls in bridal white, the boys in elegant suits and ties, for a few days they are genuine kings and queens.
Calpe
Fair enough, this is not Andalusia, but it's close enough.
Moraira
The Wine and Gastronomy Fair that is held in the Teulada-Moraira auditorium, opens its doors a new edition of an event that is committed to quality and the importance of preserving the value of the region's cultural and natural heritage, through its wine and its gastronomy.
Altea
The fourth weekend in September, is when Altea celebrates its festivities in honour of the Most Holy Christ of the Sanctuary (el "Sagrario" in Spanish), alongside the Moors and Christians festivities in honour of Saint Blas, the Town's Patron Saint. These festivities have been held since 1979 and include proclamations, missions, reveilles and parades.
Moraira
At the beginning of October, just at the start of the autumn, Moraira takes on a distinctly German feel as it celebrates its very own Oktoberfest. Nowadays, this extremely popular and traditional German festival is being celebrated in more and more Spanish cities and towns. Set up in the public car park in Moraira, more than 5000 litres of German beer, typical food and live music pay homage to one of the world's most popular festivals.
Benidorm
The invasion of the Levante beach by the army of the Crescent Moon begins a battle that is only the start of four days of fighting between Moors and Christians.
Moraira
As every year, in October, Moraira will witness one of the most original competitions of the year: the XI Edition of the Gourmet Race Moraira-Teulada. In this unique event, where sailing is mixed with haute cuisine, the teams not only compete to reach the finish line, but also to surprise the jury with their culinary skills on board.
Altea
A meeting point for artisans, visitors and neighbors, who have the opportunity to attend lectures, workshops and activities related to health, organic farming, ethical banking.
Benidorm
Take two days with more than 20 hours of the best national pop and rock of recent decades, 150,000 watts of sound and a stage that grows in size each year and you have the next edition of Benidorm's Iberia Festival.
Calpe
In October, Calpe dresses up to celebrate one of the most anticipated festivals of the year: the Moors and Christians. This festival combines the majesty of religious and popular events with a festive atmosphere that attracts both locals and tourists. If you are on the Costa Blanca, you cannot miss it!
In the middle of autumn, Benidorm is transformed. We are not just talking about its always sunny climate or its perfect beaches, but about a transformation that goes much further. The Patron Saint Festivities, celebrated in honor of the Virgen del Sufragio and San Jaime Apóstol, are an explosion of color, devotion and pure joy that brings together both locals and travelers from all over the world. If you have ever dreamed of experiencing authentic Mediterranean culture, this is your time to immerse yourself in an experience that will leave you breathless.
In the picturesque town of Jijona, Christmas is lived with a special flavour. The Christmas Fair, a celebration full of tradition and sweetness, transforms the streets into a feast of lights, flavours and Christmas experiences. Come and discover why Jijona is the true heart of nougat.
The Alcoy Three Kings Parade is an event where the magic of Christmas and the cultural wealth of the city merge into an unforgettable experience. More than a parade, it is a centuries-old tradition that keeps the excitement and wonder alive from generation to generation.
A different way to enjoy Saturday morning. A visit to Benissa market, full of all manner of fruit and vegetable, along with a host of traditional food produce from the Marin Alta district, is a wonderful way to discover at first hand the outstanding ambience of this friendly town.
If you are looking for a distinctive, fun and characterful style, this is the store for you. In this eclectic corner of Moraira shoppers will find casual garments made from natural fibres, European collections to suit all pockets and exclusive designs lovingly created in India for the most alternative and daring tastes.
Every Friday the beautiful fishing village of Moraira stages its street market, the place to find fashion, footwear and jewellery bargains, along with the finest culinary produce from the local market gardens, and other traditional regional delicacies.
