There is no shortage of activity in the Costa Blanca. Events to check out include:
- January
- Epiphany Parade – Taking place in Alicante , this is a post-Christmas holiday event.
- February
- Carnival – The mardi gras of Spain takes place in Alicante .
- March
- During the week of Easter there are numerous celebrations all throughout the area.
- Fire Festival – This is an amazing event featuring various fire performances. See http://www.fallas.com/ for details.
- April
- Moors and Christians celebration in Alicante . See http://www.abdet.com/history-culture/... for more information.
- May
- Cinco de Mayo – This Spanish holiday at the beginning of the month is marked with feasting and flower parades.
- May Fair – Held in Torrevieja to celebrate the spring. See http://www.webtorrevieja.com/mun/turi... for details.
- June
- Bonfires of San Juan – Alicante is ablaze with hundreds of bonfires, an event not to be missed.
- July
- Fisherman’s Fiesta ( http://www.webtorrevieja.com/mun/turi... )
- August
- Summer Festivals – They take place all summer long, all throughout the region, and are comprised of various different types of activities. August is the month when the biggest events take place and the season comes to a close. See http://www.whatsonwhen.com/events/~91... for details.
- November
- Spanish Theatre Fair
- December
- International Puppet Festival – Fun for all ages, the city of Alicante comes to life with puppet shows in various locations.