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Enrolment Opens for Benidorm’s Municipal Language Classroom

Courses in English, French and Spanish for foreign residents begin on 17 September

The Department of Education at Benidorm City Council has opened enrolment for the 2025–2026 academic year of AD’I, the municipal Language Classroom. The programme offers courses in English, French and Spanish for foreigners, with classes available at different levels.

Councillor for Education, Maite Moreno, explained that registration opened this week and will remain open until Tuesday 16 September. “The aim,” she said, “is to make language learning accessible to all residents, providing skills that are useful in everyday life, at work, and as a foundation for further study.”

The Language Classroom is open to residents aged 14 and above. This year’s offer includes:

English: Levels A1 (beginner) and A2 (elementary).
French: Parlez Français (elementary).
Spanish for foreigners: Levels A1, A2 and B1, covering oral and grammar skills, as well as DELE exam preparation.
Higher-level English courses will be delivered both in person and online via the Miguel Hernández University’s beEnglish Lab platform.

How to enrol
Applications can be submitted until 16 September at the Education Department on the third floor of City Hall. Required documents include the application form, DNI/NIE or passport, a bank statement, and—where relevant—evidence supporting eligibility for discounts. If spaces remain after the official deadline, late applications may be accepted.

Course details
Classes will begin on Wednesday 17 September in the Multipurpose Building next to the Leonor Canalejas public school on Escuelas Street. Sessions will be held in the mornings or afternoons on alternate days (Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday) and on two Fridays per month. Courses will continue until 30 May 2026.

Fees and discounts
The standard fee is €39.69 per month. However, discounts of up to 100% are available for large and single-parent families, pensioners, Carnet Jove holders, alumni, people with disabilities, and households with more than one member enrolled.

Further details are available on the municipal website: Benidorm.org – AD’I Language Classroom.

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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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