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day 2 of the Albir Festival Kicks Off This Afternoon in Eucalyptus Park

Albir Festival continues this afternoon and will run until Sunday, 24 August, with a full programme of concerts, parades, competitions and family activities in Eucalyptus Park.

To promote equality and respect, the Alfàs del Pi Town Council has set up a Purple and Rainbow Point at the festival grounds. In addition, a free night bus service will operate tonight with departures at 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30 a.m., connecting Eucalyptus Park with Tossalet, the Casa de Cultura, Scandinavia Park and the Sant Rafael roundabout. On Saturday night, services will be extended until 4:30 a.m.

The festival is organised by the Mayorales of the 2025 Festivities of Santísimo Cristo del Buen Acierto, the Penya El Descontrol, in collaboration with the Town Council and the Associació de Penyes, which brings together around 40 groups and nearly a thousand festival-goers.

Councillor for Festivals, Sandra Gómez, encouraged residents and visitors to enjoy the celebrations responsibly and thanked the organising committee for their efforts in preparing a varied and lively programme.

Free Night Bus Service

Coinciding with the festival, the Town Council is running a free night bus service on 22 and 23 August, connecting the town centre with the Albir area and surrounding neighbourhoods. The aim is to encourage people to leave their cars at home and enjoy the festivities safely.

Purple and Rainbow Point

The Town Council, through the Departments of Equality and Festivals, has also set up a Purple and Rainbow Point in Eucalyptus Park on 22 and 23 August. The aim is to involve the community in the fight against all forms of violence and guarantee festivities free from sexist behaviour and aggression.

Programme

Saturday, 23 August

09:45 Petanque tournament semi-finals (Racó del Albir Retirement Complex).
10:00 Classic car and motorcycle rally (C/ LV Beethoven).
11:00 Opening of the Children’s Aquatic World (Av. Óscar Esplá).
11:00 Classic car and motorcycle tour through Albir.
11:30 Parade with the Queen and Ladies of Honour (with Xaranga La Contraria).
12:30 Concert by Third Party Damages (Eucalyptus Park).
16:00 Children’s Aquatic World reopens; Cafenet and Mistela offered by the Mayorales.
16:00 DJ Furylo at Eucalyptus Park. Parade awards announced during the afternoon.
22:30 Night-time Mascletà (market car park, Mediterranean Pyrotechnics).
23:00 DJ Ruben Coton.
04:00 Venue closes.

🔹 Free night bus service at 1:30, 2:30, 3:30 and 4:30 a.m.

Sunday, 24 August

09:45 Petanque tournament finals (Racó del Albir Retirement Complex).
11:00 Children’s Aquatic World (Av. Óscar Esplá).
11:30 Parade with the Queen and Ladies of Honour (with Xaranga La Contraria).
12:30 Petanque awards ceremony (Albir Retirees’ Centre).
12:30 Concert by Golpe de Estado (Eucalyptus Park).
13:30 Popular picnic (Eucalyptus Park).
14:00 Paella competition (Associació de Penyes).
14:00 Allioli competition (Mayorales).
16:00 Afternoon music with Xaranga La Contraria (Eucalyptus Park).
16:30 Penyes games (Associació de Penyes).
19:30 Parade with the Queen, Court of Honour, Mayor and authorities from Eucalyptus Park to the Church of the Holy Spirit.
20:00 Mass at the Church of the Holy Spirit (officiated by Rev. Ángel Úbeda).

Albir Festival Programe

🌴 What’s On This Week – Costa Blanca

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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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