Your complete guide to festivals, events and celebrations in Benidorm. Dates are approximate — always check locally before travelling!
Spectacular monuments, mascletàs (firecracker displays), floral offerings and the dramatic cremà where the sculptures are set ablaze. Unmissable!
Benidorm goes racing mad! Big screens in every bar, Guinness flowing and an electric Irish atmosphere. Many say it's better than the real thing!
One of Benidorm's biggest nights of the year. The whole resort turns green with Irish music, craic and celebrations spilling onto the streets.
Holy Week processions through the streets of Benidorm. A deeply moving and beautiful spectacle as brotherhoods carry religious floats by candlelight.
Captivating Cuban music and dance festival at Hotel Gran Bali. Perfect for lovers of salsa, rumba and Latin rhythms!
One of the most special nights of the year on Benidorm's beaches. Bonfires on the sand, fireworks over the sea and locals jumping the flames at midnight.
Indie and alternative music festival on the beach. A chilled, boutique festival experience right on the Costa Blanca coastline.
Urban music and Latin rhythms under the Spanish sun. One of the hottest music events on the Costa Blanca summer calendar.
Europe's Summer Closing Pride! Seven nights of incredible parties, a vibrant parade along Levante Beach, drag shows, pool parties and live performances. Around 20,000 revellers attend. Parade day is the first Saturday in September.
Spectacular parades, traditional costumes and dramatic historical reenactments celebrating the region's rich Moorish and Christian heritage.
National public holiday with celebrations across the country. A great day to experience local Spanish pride and culture.
The biggest fiesta of the year! Celebrations in honour of the patron saints with outdoor theatre, live music, colourful float parades and fireworks. Thousands of Benilovers plan their trip around this!
Europe's biggest fancy dress party! The whole resort goes completely mad with the most outrageous costumes you've ever seen. An absolutely legendary day!
One of the most magical nights of the year. A colourful parade through the streets with floats, music and sweets thrown to the crowds. A beloved Spanish tradition.
The official presentation of the Courts of Honour for Benidorm's Major Patron Saint Festivities. A glamorous and colourful ceremony.
Parades, outrageous costumes and popular celebrations across different neighbourhoods. One of the most fun times of year to visit!
Benidorm sparkles with festive lights, markets and celebrations. A surprisingly magical time to visit the resort with a very different but special atmosphere.