Alicante Calendar

(Except public holidays)

Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Learn how to make your own sushi during this fun and interactive Sushi Night Workshop at Hestia Lucentum in Alicante. You'll discover how to prepare restaurant-style sushi at home using ingredients that are easy to find in local supermarkets.

Guided by an experienced instructor, you'll create a variety of popular sushi styles, including nigiri, hosomaki, futomaki and gunkan maki. Along the way, you'll pick up practical tips and techniques used by professional sushi chefs.

Whether you're a food lover, travelling as a couple, or looking for a unique evening activity in Alicante, this workshop offers a delicious and memorable experience.

Just bring your enthusiasm to learn. All ingredients and equipment are provided, and you may want to bring a food container to take home any sushi you don't finish.

On August 15 , Spain celebrates the Assumption of Mary , a national public holiday.
In Alicante, it’s generally a quiet day; shops and offices are closed, and many locals take the opportunity to relax or spend time with family. There are no major events in the city itself, but in some nearby villages, you might find traditional festivities.

Get ready for an evening packed with timeless pop classics as ABBA Revolution Tour – The New Experience arrives at El Muelle Live in Alicante on 21 August .

This vibrant tribute show celebrates the music of one of the world's most beloved pop groups with live musicians, energetic dancers, spectacular visuals and all the songs everyone knows and loves. From Dancing Queen and Mamma Mia to Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! and Waterloo , it's a performance designed to have the audience singing and dancing from start to finish.

Rock fans are in for a treat as Great Straits brings The Great Songs of Dire Straits to El Muelle Live in Alicante. Widely regarded as one of Europe's leading Dire Straits tribute shows, this performance celebrates the unforgettable music of the legendary British rock band.

Fronted by guitarist Óscar Rosende , internationally recognised for capturing the distinctive sound and style of Mark Knopfler, the nine-piece band performs faithful renditions of classics including Sultans of Swing , Brothers in Arms , Romeo and Juliet and Money for Nothing .

On October 9 , the region celebrates the Day of the Valencian Community , marking the historic entry of King Jaume I into Valencia in 1238.

It’s a public holiday in Alicante, so shops, schools, and offices are closed. While the main festivities happen in the city of Valencia, smaller cultural events, fireworks, and occasional historical parades can also be found in Alicante and nearby towns.

On October 12 , Spain celebrates Día de la Hispanidad , the country’s National Day , commemorating Columbus’ arrival in the Americas in 1492. It symbolizes Spain’s global cultural and historical influence.

In Alicante, it’s an official public holiday; shops, schools, and offices are closed.

On November 1 , Spain observes All Saints’ Day , a time to honor and remember deceased loved ones.

It’s a public holiday in Alicante; shops, offices, and schools are closed. Many people visit cemeteries with flowers, and the day is marked by a quiet, reflective atmosphere.

On December 6 , Spain celebrates Constitution Day , marking the approval of the Spanish Constitution in 1978.

It’s a national public holiday; shops, schools, and offices in Alicante are closed. While there are no major celebrations in the city, it’s a moment of national pride and often the start of a long weekend for many Spaniards.