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The Vila Joiosa City Council workers are rehabilitating the street furniture on the promenade and the central beach to start the summer season

The wall and the wood that separates the beach from the promenade have been painted, the planters have been fixed and the Plaça de Sant Pere has been fixed, where the fountain, which dates back to the 18th century, has also been put into operation.

The operators of the council offices of Technical Services, Beaches and Urban Scene have worked in a coordinated manner in the preparation and rehabilitation of the urban furniture of the promenade and the central beach. These public infrastructures are already in optimal condition to be enjoyed at the start of the beach season.

On the one hand, the operators have painted the 1400 meters of wall and wood that separates the beach from the promenade. Several fragments of wood that were in a bad state of preservation have been replaced from this wall. Likewise, the beach access railings have been welded, water hoses have been prepared to clean the footwashes and wooden walkways have been placed on the sand to facilitate access for users.

In addition, the technicians have applied an anti-urine treatment to the bases of the lighting lanterns, as well as pruning the palm trees and trimming the landscaping placed on the promenade.

On the other hand, the operators have carried out various repair and maintenance tasks on Paseo de Sant Pere, on the central beach. Among other things, they have replaced street furniture, such as wooden elements in poor condition with concrete elements, they have painted the planters, pruned the plants and revised the light fixtures. In addition, municipal employees have put into operation the fountain in Plaça de Sant Pere, which dates from the 18th century. Also, the concrete blocks on Paseo Sant Pere have been replaced by bollards, in order to unify the urban furniture and the image of the coastal facade of the municipality.

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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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