THE ORIHUELA COSTA and the greater South Costa Blanca areas are graced with a packed social calendar of events every year that promises to thrill and entertain in equal measure.
From traditional fiestas showcasing Spanish culture and history, to cutting-edge music festivals and concerts that attract international talent from all four corners of the world, this part of Spain is a veritable treasure trove of first-class events.
So here's the very best of what's on in 2026, the unmissable things to do and experience, and all the most prominent events lined up for the forthcoming year.
January events in Orihuela Costa
THREE KINGS DAY PARADE
Playa Flamenca, Orihuela Costa
Tuesday 6th January 2026 (Confirmed)
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INTERNATIONAL DAY OF THE PIG
Playa Torre La Mata, Torrevieja
Sunday 18th January 2026 (Confirmed)
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ORIHUELA MEDIEVAL MARKET
Orihuela City Centre, Orihuela
Friday 30th January – Sunday 1st February 2026 (Confirmed)
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February events calendar for winter
TORREVIEJA CARNIVAL
Torrevieja, Costa Blanca
Friday 30th January – Saturday 21st February (Confirmed)
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ORIHUELA COSTA CARNIVAL
Playa Flamenca, Orihuela Costa
Saturday 28th February 2026 (Confirmed)
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March events, spring in the Costa Blanca
ROCK AGAINST CANCER (LIVE MUSIC CONCERT)
Catral, Costa Blanca
Saturday 7th and 8th March 2026 (Confirmed)
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ST PATRICK'S DAY PARADE
Cabo Roig, Orihuela Costa
Sunday 15th March 2026 (Confirmed)
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THE BURIAL OF THE SARDINE
Murcia City, Murcia
Saturday 11th April 2026 (Confirmed)
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April events in this part of Spain
EASTER HOLY WEEK PARADES
Torrevieja, Costa Blanca
Friday 3rd April 2026 – Sunday 5th April 2026 (Estimated)
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May events, what's on for springtime
SEVILLANAS MAY FAIR
Pilar de la Horadada
Wednesday 29th Apil – Sunday 3rd May 2026 (Estimated)
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SEVILLANAS MAY FAIR
Torrevieja, Costa Blanca
Wednesday 13th May – Sunday 17th May 2026 (Confirmed)
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June events, culture and history in Spain
SAN JUAN FESTIVAL
La Zenia, Orihuela Costa
Thursday 11th June – Monday 29th June 2026 (Estimated)
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MOORS AND CHRISTIANS
Rojales, Costa Blanca
Saturday 13th June – Monday 15th 2026 (Confirmed)
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MOORS AND CHRISTIANS
Campoamor Playa de la Glea, Orihuela Costa
Saturday 13th June 2026 (Estimated)
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SAN JAVIER AIR SHOW
San Javier, Murcia
Sunday 14th June 2026 (Estimated)
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HOGUERAS DE SAN JUAN
Alicante City, Alicante
Saturday 20th June – Wednesday 24th June 2026 (Confirmed)
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REVOLUTION 1920 BEACH VOLLEYBALL
Playa Cala Bosque, La Zenia
Wednesday 24th June – Sunday 28th June 2026 (Estimated)
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July events, a month packed with music
BIGSOUND FESTIVAL (LIVE MUSIC CONCERT)
Torrevieja, Costa Blanca
Saturday 25th July – Sunday 26th July 2026 (Confirmed)
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LOW FESTIVAL (LIVE MUSIC CONCERT)
Torrevieja, Costa Blanca
Friday 31st July – Sunday 2nd August 2026 (Confirmed)
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August events, marking a summer to remember
QUESADA SUMMER FIESTA
Ciudad Quesada, Costa Blanca
Saturday 1st August 2026 (Estimated)
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BRILLA TORREVIEJA (LIVE MUSIC CONCERT)
Torrevieja, Costa Blanca
Saturday 8th August 2026 (Confirmed)
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TORREVIEJA SUMMER CARNIVAL PARADE
Torrevieja, Costa Blanca
Friday 14th August 2026 (Estimated)
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September events, live music and entertainment
ROCK AGAINST CANCER (LIVE MUSIC CONCERT)
Torrevieja, Costa Blanca
Friday 11th September – Saturday 12th September 2026 (Estimated)
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SAN MIGUEL TAPAS ROUTE
San Miguel de Salinas, Costa Blanca
Sunday 20th September 2026 (Estimated)
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October events in Costa Blanca, Spain
TORREVIEJA STREET FOOD FESTIVAL
Torrevieja, Costa Blanca
Wednesday 7th October – Sunday 11th October 2026 (Estimated)
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ORIHUELA COSTA HALLOWEEN PARADE
La Florida, Orihuela Costa
Saturday 31st October 2026 (Confirmed)
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PATRON SAINT FESTIVITIES
Pilar de la Horadada
Friday 25th September – Sunday 18th October 2026 (Estimated)
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November events, the winter events calendar
CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SWITCH-ON
La Zenia Boulevard, La Zenia
Saturday 14th November 2026 (Estimated)
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December events, festive fun in the sun
SANTA'S WALK
La Zenia Boulevard, La Zenia
Sunday 6th December 2026 (Estimated)
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SANTA CLAUS CHRISTMAS PARADE
La Zenia Boulevard, La Zenia
Saturday 19th December 2026 (Estimated)
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CHRISTMAS DAY BEACH PARTY
Playa Cala Bosque, La Zenia
Friday 25th December 2026 (Confirmed)
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This events calendar is constantly evolving, with new dates and events being added and updated as the year progresses. Are we missing an event? Contact us today, and we'll add it to the list.
Looking for holiday ideas and travel inspiration? Find out more about our favourite recommended things to do on the Orihuela Costa or join the La Zenia community Facebook group and find out what's going on in the local area.
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