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Benidorm installs litter bins decorated by artists from the 1st Urban Art Day on the beaches

The initiative aimed to give a second life to different elements of public furniture with the creative proposals of the participants.

Benidorm City Council, through the Departments of Historical and Cultural Heritage and Environment, has proceeded to place the litter bins that were decorated by the participants in the 1st Urban Art Day that was held last June in the interior esplanade of the Foietes Park. An activity that aimed to give a second life to different spaces and elements of public furniture, intervening them with the best proposals of the urban artists who participated.

T
he bins, now with their new decoration, have returned to their original place of origin and have been located on the beaches of Levante, Poniente and Mal Pas, according to the Councillor for the Environment and Beaches, Mónica Gómez, who also specified that the bins had been given a coat of primer before installation to protect them from the weather and prolong their life.

The Councillor for Historical and Cultural Heritage, Ana Pellicer, has highlighted the importance of “giving a second life to these urban elements and doing so in an attractive way”. The Councillor has indicated that this initiative “is in line with our commitment to sustainability, responsible use and respect for and protection of the environment”.

The Urban Art Day was held on June 8th in a participatory event open to the public and coincided with World Environment Day, which was commemorated on June 5th. There, the public voted for their favorite proposals that have now been installed on the beaches for the enjoyment of users.

Ana Pellicer has announced that both councillors “will continue to work together along these lines, so that in future editions of the Urban Art Day, creative proposals will be made on other elements of urban furniture”.

This year, the themes that have been the focus of the creative proposals in the bins have been sustainability, beaches and/or the environment and Benidorm, although the theme may change each year "to adapt to the needs or circumstances of each moment" Pellicer added.

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Overview

This week across Benidorm, Altea, Albir, Finestrat, and La Nucía is mainly:

Weekly markets and street trading

Live music in bars and small venues

Early spring coastal tourism activity (boat trips, promenades)

Small cultural events and exhibitions

Gradual build-up toward May festivals in Benidorm

BENIDORM – Events and Activity

Markets and street life

Wednesday and Sunday main street markets (large general markets for clothing, food, and goods)
Old Town craft stalls operating in the evenings
Night markets becoming more active as tourist season builds

Cultural activity

Early preparations and signage for the Medieval Market coming soon in central Benidorm
Small pop-up performances in Old Town squares (musicians, street entertainment)

Nightlife and entertainment

Live music every night across the main strips (cover bands, tribute acts, karaoke)
DJ sets and bar entertainment increasing toward peak season
Rooftop bars and terrace venues reopening more consistently

Overall feel

Benidorm is in an active pre-summer phase with strong nightlife and steady tourist flow.

ALTEA – Cultural and coastal atmosphere

Old Town and culture
Art galleries and artisan shops open daily
Small exhibitions and cultural displays in local venues

Live music

Acoustic and low-key live music in bars around Old Town and seafront areas
Occasional weekend performances in Irish and cocktail bars

Sea activities

Boat trips operating from Altea harbour including:
Coastal cruises
Sunset sailing trips
Swimming stops depending on weather conditions

Overall feel

Quiet, scenic, and cultural with a strong focus on relaxation rather than nightlife.

ALBIR / ALFÀS DEL PI – Mixed expat and local activity

Markets

Friday weekly street market with food, clothing, and household goods
Nearby Sunday markets in Altea also attract visitors from the area

Live music

Regular pub and bar entertainment, especially in Irish and rock-themed venues
Weekly live bands and acoustic performances across multiple venues

Cultural venues

Casa de Cultura hosting small theatre events, exhibitions, and community activities
Regular local group meetings and social clubs

Overall feel

Balanced area with both relaxed daytime atmosphere and active evenings.

LA NUCÍA – Local and sporting focus

Markets

Sunday rastro (large flea market with antiques, tools, clothes, and food stalls)
Entertainment
Occasional live music in local bars, mostly weekends

Sports activity

Large sports complex hosting training camps, tournaments, and weekend events

Overall feel

Quiet residential town with activity concentrated around weekends and sports events.

FINESTRAT – Beach and market lifestyle

Markets

Tuesday and Saturday markets in La Cala area with a mix of local produce and goods

Beachfront activity

Beach bars and restaurants increasingly open in the evenings
Sunset dining season beginning again

Entertainment

Low-key live music in beachfront bars rather than organised events

Overall feel

Relaxed coastal town focused on beach life and casual evenings.

OVERALL SUMMARY

Benidorm: busiest area with nightlife, markets, and entertainment

Altea: cultural, scenic, and relaxed

Albir / Alfàs del Pi: balanced mix of live music and expat social life

La Nucía: local, quiet, and sports-focused

Finestrat: beach-oriented and low-key

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