A Weekend on the Costa Blanca: What’s Happening This August

This weekend, the Costa Blanca is bustling with activity, including traditional fiestas, vibrant markets, and outdoor adventures. There is something for everyone, whether you want a cultural experience or some outdoor fun.

Fiestas and Local Celebrations

• Finestrat: Saint Bartholomew’s Day celebrations are underway and will continue through the weekend until August 24th.
• Almundaina: The Patron Saints’ festivities begin this Saturday, August 23, and will continue through Tuesday, August 26th.
• Pinar de Campoverde: On Sunday, August 24th, you can attend the Fiesta de Pinar de Campoverde.

Markets

• Calpe: A weekly market is held every Saturday morning from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Avenida de Rumania.
• Javea: The Artisan and Craft Market is open every Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the Paseo Maritimo in Playa Grava, Javea port.
• Teulada hosts a weekly flea market and “rastro” every Sunday from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Teulada Polingono industrial complex.

Music and Culture

• Denia: On Saturday at 9:30pm, the hotel Denia Marriott La Sella Golf Resort & Spa will host the Gran Concierto Homenaje Nino Bravo
• Denia – Javea: On Friday, August 22nd, enjoy a “Candlelight Tribute to ABBA” concert at a magical venue.

Outdoor and Leisure

• Adventure Tours: Several catamaran tours depart from Denia, including daytime and sunset cruises. You can also take a day trip from several Costa Blanca locations to visit the historic village of Guadalest and the Algar waterfalls.
• Benidorm’s famous theme and water parks – Aqualandia, Aqua Natura, Terra Mitica, and Mundomar – are now open and ready for visitors.
• Hiking: If you’re feeling active, consider hiking to Benidorm’s Cross in the Serra Gelada Natural Park for breathtaking views of the city skyline.

This weekend, the Costa Blanca has something for everyone, with events ranging from traditional fiestas to lively markets and breathtaking natural escapes. Whatever you decide to do, make sure to enjoy the vibrant local culture and beautiful surroundings that make this region so unique. Have a great weekend!

Author: Melissa Williams

Hi, I’m Melissa, a creative writer and ESL teacher with a passion for storytelling. I started writing fiction when I was young, and I eventually discovered that I loved performing, working all over the Costa Blanca as a semi-professional singer. I now write articles that I hope will inspire and engage readers by using my creativity. Whether I'm sharing personal insights or delving into local culture, I try to produce content that is relatable and meaningful. working as a creator of events and features.