Benidorm Fiesta Dates 2026

Benidorm Fiesta Dates 2026 : Month-by-Month Guide to the Major Benidorm Fiestas

NOTE: These dates are for guidance only. Events can change or be cancelled without prior notice.

Benidorm celebrates around 55 fiestas every year, ranging from small neighbourhood events to huge national celebrations. Many smaller local fiestas are only announced after they happen, so this list focuses on the main fiestas and major cultural events for visitors and residents.

During almost every fiesta you’ll see Mascletàs listed in the programmes. These are extremely loud daytime firecracker displays designed to be felt through the body with rhythmic bangs and vibrations. They are not fireworks shows, and they are very loud—not for the faint-hearted!

⭐ BENIDORM FIESTA DATES 2026 – MONTH BY MONTH

JANUARY 2026

January 5th – The Three Kings Parade

One of Benidorm’s biggest parades and a magical experience for families.
Starts around 18:00 from Parque de Elche (Dove Park), travelling up Av. de los Almendros and down Av. Ruzafa to the Town Hall.
Ends with a spectacular firework display.

January 6th – Three Kings Day (National Holiday)

A quiet family day and an important Spanish tradition.

FEBRUARY 2026

Benidorm Carnival – Saturday 21st February

The date varies each year depending on Easter.
Two parades:

• 11:00 – Children’s Parade

• 21:30 – Adult Parade

Both start near the top of Calle Ruzafa and finish at the Town Hall Square. Expect bright colours and elaborate costumes.

February 24th – Burial of the Sardine

A quirky and symbolic tradition marking the start of Lent.
A solemn but entertaining procession starting around 21:30 at Plaza Mayor and ending at Poniente Beach where the sardine is “buried”.

MARCH 2026

March 7 – 20th Anniversary of Mare de Déu del Sofratge

Celebrating Benidorm’s patron saint with religious events.
Main activity on March 16 when the carving of the Virgin is carried to the church doors.

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March 15th–19th – Las Fallas

A major Valencian festival honouring Saint Joseph.
Expect:

• Huge colourful statues

• Traditional costumes

• Fireworks

• Street entertainment

• Live music

 For more details on this fiesta click HERE

Benidorm Fiesta Dates 2026

March 17th – St Patrick’s Day

Not an official Spanish fiesta, but Benidorm turns bright green.  No parade—just lively celebrations, especially around the British areas.

More information HERE

MARCH/APRIL 2026 – EASTER / SEMANA SANTA

Semana Santa from March 29th (Palm Sunday)

One of Spain’s most important religious weeks.
Numerous solemn processions fill the Old Town every day through to Easter Sunday.

For more details about Easter in Benidorm click HERE

Benidorm Fiesta Dates 2026 - APRIL 2026

April 24th–26th – Benidorm Elvis Festival

Europe’s biggest Elvis-themed event!
Held mainly at Hotel Melia and nearby venues.
Includes:

• Poolside welcome party

• Tribute acts

• Competitions and prizes

• Grand finale at Benidorm Palace

MAY 2026

May 1st–3rd – Fiesta of the Holy Cross (Festa la Creu)

Districts decorate crosses with flowers and hold religious processions.

May 1 – Main Day
Starts at 08:00 with church bells, followed by a pilgrimage to the Benidorm Cross (La Creu).
Ends with mass and floral offerings.

May 3rd concludes with a memorial mass.

JUNE 2026

June 22nd–24th – Hogueras de San Juan

The Bonfires of Saint John mark the start of summer.

• Large artistic monuments built in three districts

• Everything is burned on June 24th

• On the night of June 23rd, locals gather on the beaches for the traditional midnight sea dip

Only official bonfires are permitted.

JULY 2026

July 6th & 7th – San Fermín

Small celebration; expect people dressed in traditional white and red on Levante Beach.

July 16th–21st – Fiestas of the Virgen del Carmen

Visit the ports of Benidorm, Altea, or Villajoyosa for solemn marine processions.
Flowers are cast into the sea to honour fishermen who’ve died.

July 25th – St James Day

Benidorm’s patron saint.
Religious parades take place in the Old Town.
If Navy ships are nearby, marines may come ashore—expect cannon fire!

July 26th – Feast of Santa Anna

Often considered Grandparents' Day.
Mass at 20:00 followed by refreshments.

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AUGUST 2026

No official fiestas, but Aiguera Park hosts nightly cultural shows:
ballet, opera, theatre, concerts and more.

SEPTEMBER 2026

Benidorm Pride – September 1st–6th

A huge week of LGBTQ+ celebrations leading to the spectacular Levante Beach Parade on Saturday.
The Old Town’s “gay village” is the centre of events, with around 30 welcoming bars and eateries.

Find more information HERE

OCTOBER 2026

Moors and Christians – Date TBC

A dramatic historical fiesta with spectacular costumes, orchestras, and battle re-enactments. 

For full details click HERE

9th – Regional fiesta celebrating the day of the constitution.

12th - Fiesta Nacional de Espana… (so a bank holiday).

NOVEMBER 2026 – THE FAMOUS NOVEMBER FIESTAS

November 6th–11th – Benidorm’s Patron Saint Fiestas

Honouring:

• Mare de Déu del Sofratge

• Saint James the Apostle

Highlights include:

• The Finding of the Virgin re-enactment

• Flower offerings

• Comic parade

• Parade of floats

• Grand firework display (last night)

This webpage will be updated with a full schedule of events, just a few weeks before.

November 12th – Europe’s Largest Fancy Dress Party

The unofficial British Fancy Dress Day—the biggest in Europe.
Incredible costumes, a brilliant atmosphere, and thousands of participants.

November 14th – Fiesta de la Carxofa (Artichoke Fiesta)

One of Benidorm’s oldest traditions.
Events include:

• Procession

• Religious offerings

• Local produce tasting

• Evening burning of the artichoke (La Crema)

• Music and dancing late into the night

DECEMBER 2026

Christmas in Benidorm

Lights, markets, parades and festive events all month. For full details about Christmas in Benidorm click here

December 31st – New Year’s Eve on Levante Beach

Celebrate with:

• Free cava

• Live music

• The traditional 12 grapes eaten with the midnight chimes for good luck

PUBLIC HOLIDAYS – VALENCIA REGION 2026

Spain has many “red days” (public holidays).
Everything closes except bars, restaurants, petrol stations and emergency services.

Confirmed Holidays

• Jan 1 – New Year’s Day

• Jan 6 – Epiphany

• Mar 19 – St Joseph’s Day

• Apr 3 – Good Friday

• Apr 6 – Easter Monday

• May 1 – Labour Day

• Jun 24 – St John’s Day

• Aug 15 – Assumption of Mary

• Oct 9 – Valencian Regional Day

• Oct 12 – National Day

• Nov 1 – All Saints’ Day

• Dec 6 – Constitution Day

• Dec 8 – Immaculate Conception

• Dec 25 – Christmas Day

BENIDORM FIESTA DATES 2026

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BENIDORM FIESTA DATES FOR 2026 NOTE: These dates are for guidance as events can be changed or cancelled without prior notice.