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Success of the Gold edition of the Reggaeton Beach Festival in Benidorm

The event met the musical and organisational expectations and took place completely normally.

The Gold edition of the Reggaeton Beach Festival in Benidorm, which took place last weekend at the new multipurpose facilities in Foietes, has been a complete “success”, meeting “the musical and organisational expectations of the public”, according to the Councillor for Events, Jesús Carrobles.

"We are talking about a festival that is fully consolidated in our city, which has already held five editions, which grows year after year, always attentive to improving services and production, with new features that improve the experience of attendees and which is undoubtedly an attraction for young audiences."

The councillor recalled that “Reggaeton Beach is the first of three festivals that will take place in municipal facilities during the summer and early autumn”. Three festivals, he said, that “have already become established events in the city's calendar and that contribute to positioning Benidorm on the national circuit and in the musical and cultural tourism segment”.

Carrobles, who is also in charge of the Citizen Security area, explained that “as was certified during the inspection carried out at the festival by municipal inspectors, the security and health measures included in the Self-Protection Plan were strictly complied with, both in terms of the number of personnel and staff provided by the organisation and in terms of emergency measures”.

In this regard, the councillor recalled that “more than 200 people have made up this device, between the means provided by the company and the personnel assigned by the Local Police, the National Police Force and Civil Protection”.

The Events and Public Safety Officer reported that “the festival has taken place completely normally, with no significant incidents occurring during the event.” In total, 146 medical attentions were provided in the venue over the two days, mostly minor injuries due to sprains or sunstroke, and only one person was taken to hospital.

This overall number of attendees represents “around 34% less than in the previous edition”, while “transfers have been reduced by 80%”.

Carrobles also pointed out that “the traffic system has also worked well during the development and end of the festival day, especially considering the volume of vehicles that Benidorm currently has.”

🌴 What’s On This Week – Costa Blanca

(Benidorm & surrounding areas)

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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