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More Than 60 Officers to Patrol Benidorm Beaches for San Juan Celebrations

Benidorm / 19 June 2026

Benidorm City Council, Local Police and the municipality's beach concessionaire have finalised an extensive security, rescue, lifeguard and cleaning operation for the annual Nit de Sant Joan (Night of Saint John) celebrations, which will take place on the evening of 23 June.

More than 60 personnel will be deployed across the resort's beaches to ensure public safety and maintain services during one of the busiest nights of the year, when thousands of residents and visitors gather on the shoreline to celebrate the traditional midsummer festival.

The operational plan was confirmed during a coordination meeting chaired by Mayor Toni Pérez and attended by representatives from the Beaches Department, Local Police, Civil Protection, municipal technical services and the beach management concessionaire.

Mayor Pérez said the deployment had been designed to meet the significant demand typically experienced during the festivities.

"Benidorm's beaches welcome thousands of people every year on San Juan's Eve. This special operation has been carefully planned to ensure that residents and tourists can enjoy the celebrations safely while maintaining the high standards expected of our beaches," he said.

Key operational measures

Enhanced police presence
A total of 13 Local Police officers, including command staff, will be stationed directly on the beaches.
The Maritime Police Service will deploy a Zodiac patrol vessel with two officers.
Two all-terrain vehicles will support beach patrols.
Security operations will continue until 4.00am.
Beach clearance procedures will begin from 2.00am to facilitate overnight cleaning operations.

Extended lifeguard and emergency cover

Lifeguard and rescue services will operate continuously until 3.00am.

A total of 29 lifeguards and medical personnel will be deployed across Levante, Poniente and Mal Pas beaches.

Three fully staffed ambulances will be positioned at strategic locations along the coastline.

A rescue boat and three first-aid stations will remain operational throughout the evening.

Accessible beach facilities

All three Accessible Beach centres will remain open from 7.00pm until 3.00am.
Facilities at Elche Park, Avenida Mont Benidorm and the Levante Beach area near Calle Murcia will provide support for people with reduced mobility.
Public toilets and beach foot-wash facilities will also remain available until 3.00am.
Major cleaning operation
Cleaning teams will begin distributing rubbish bags and carrying out manual litter collection from 9.00pm.
Full beach cleaning operations will commence at 2.30am.
Thirty-two workers and eight specialised cleaning vehicles will be deployed.

Mechanical beach-cleaning equipment, including tractors and sand-screening machines, will be used to restore the beaches before the following morning.

Public safety reminders

Council officials have reminded residents and visitors that several activities remain prohibited under municipal regulations, including:

Bringing glass containers onto the beaches.
Lighting bonfires on the sand.
Launching sky lanterns.
Any activity that could compromise public safety or hinder cleaning operations.
Authorities are urging all participants to cooperate with security personnel and cleaning teams to ensure the celebrations can be enjoyed safely by everyone.

Internationally recognised beach standards

Following the coordination meeting, Benidorm held its annual beach flag-raising ceremony on Levante Beach, celebrating the resort's continued achievement of some of Europe's highest environmental and tourism quality standards.

Among the distinctions flying on Benidorm's beaches this summer are:

Blue Flag certification.
Qualitur quality award.
Q for Tourism Quality.
S for Sustainability.
Safe Tourism certification.
Ecoplayas environmental award (to be added shortly).

The awards recognise excellence in water quality, environmental management, accessibility, visitor services and sustainable tourism practices, reinforcing Benidorm's reputation as one of Spain's leading coastal destinations.

City officials thanked residents, visitors, emergency personnel and municipal workers for their cooperation in helping ensure a safe and successful San Juan celebration while maintaining the quality and cleanliness of the resort's internationally recognised beaches.

🌴 What's On Across the Costa Blanca

Benidorm & Surrounding Areas | 6–12 July 2026

The Costa Blanca is in full summer swing, with another busy week of sunshine, festivals, sporting events and family entertainment across Benidorm, Altea, Villajoyosa, Finestrat, La Nucía and L'Alfàs del Pi.

With schools now breaking up across Europe and visitor numbers increasing, beaches, attractions, markets and nightlife are all operating at peak season.

☀️ Benidorm

Beaches & Summer Fun

Benidorm's Blue Flag beaches continue to welcome thousands of visitors each day with full summer services.

Activities include:

Parasailing and jet ski adventures
Boat trips to Benidorm Island
Paddleboarding and kayaking
Beach volleyball
Open-air fitness classes
Family beach activities

New Attraction

Visitors can now take photos at Benidorm's brand-new giant seafront letters, created from 170kg of recycled fishing nets, located on the Tamarindos Promenade.

Costa Blanca Cup 2026

The international youth football tournament continues across Benidorm and the Marina Baixa, bringing together:

319 teams
34 countries
Thousands of players, coaches and supporters
Matches are being played throughout the week in Benidorm, Altea, La Vila Joiosa, La Nucía, Finestrat, L'Alfàs del Pi and Calpe.

Entertainment & Nightlife

Live tribute shows every evening
Comedy, cabaret and karaoke
Beach clubs and rooftop bars
Live DJs along Levante and Poniente
Sunset boat parties
Summer club nights

🌿 Albir & L'Alfàs del Pi

Award-Winning Nature

The Albir Lighthouse Trail, recently named Spain's Best Blue Trail 2026, remains one of the Costa Blanca's most popular walks.

Visitors can enjoy spectacular views across the Serra Gelada Natural Park.

Things To Do

Guided nature walks
Cycling routes
Outdoor fitness
Beachfront restaurants
Evening live music
International community events

🍫 Villajoyosa

Colourful Coastal Heritage

La Vila Joiosa continues to attract visitors with its colourful seafront and historic centre.

Popular attractions include:

Chocolate museum visits
Factory tours
Artisan markets
Historic Old Town walks
Beachfront restaurants
Live music
Summer gastronomy events continue throughout July.

🏟️ La Nucía

Sports & Family Activities

The Camilo Cano Sports City remains busy with:
National and international training camps
Community fitness programmes
Youth sporting events
Outdoor exercise sessions

Family activities

Local summer cultural events and evening entertainment continue throughout the municipality.

🌅 Finestrat

Outdoor Adventures

The warm weather makes Finestrat one of the area's top destinations for outdoor activities.

Popular choices include:
Hiking Puig Campana
Guided countryside walks
Scenic village tours
Mountain biking
La Cala beach days
Shopping & Dining
La Marina Shopping Centre summer promotions
Beachfront restaurants
Evening shopping
Outdoor terraces

🎭 Altea

Arts & Culture

Altea continues its lively summer programme with:
Artisan markets
Art galleries
Live jazz
Acoustic concerts
Cultural events around Plaza de la Iglesia

New This Week

Altea has launched a special summer police operation, increasing patrols across beaches, the Old Town and tourist areas to help keep residents and visitors safe throughout the busy holiday season.

Coastal Experiences
Catamaran cruises
Sunset sailing trips
Seafront dining
Photography workshops

📅 Coming Up

Costa Blanca Cup finals approach
Outdoor concerts continue across the Marina Baixa
More beach entertainment throughout July
Summer fiestas gathering momentum
Markets, family activities and evening events across the region
Tourist attractions operating extended opening hours

Quick Summary

⚽ Costa Blanca Cup continues across the region

📸 New giant Benidorm letters now open on Tamarindos Promenade

🏖️ Beaches, water sports and boat trips in full swing

🌿 Albir Lighthouse Trail remains Spain's Best Blue Trail

🍫 Villajoyosa's heritage attractions continue to draw visitors

👮 Altea launches enhanced summer police patrols

🎶 Live music, nightlife and outdoor dining across the Costa Blanca

☀️ Peak summer holiday season is now underway

🌤️ Weather Outlook

Expect another week of hot, settled weather.

🌡️ Daytime temperatures: 30°C–34°C

🌙 Evening temperatures: 23°C–26°C

Perfect conditions for beach days, sightseeing, outdoor dining and evening entertainment. Remember to stay hydrated, wear sunscreen and avoid prolonged exposure during the hottest part of the afternoon.