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Thousands of motor enthusiasts will gather at the Iberia Motor Fest, a day of coexistence by the sea

American cars, motorbikes of various styles, rock and roll bands and motorcycle clubs will star at the meeting on the edge of Antoneta beach from March 22 to 24.

Antoneta beach will host the Iberia Motor Fest on the weekend of March 22 to 24. Thousands of motoring fans will participate in this meeting in which the motorcycle and rock cultures will be combined.

Iberia Motor Fest presents a wide program of activities for both fans and the public, with rallies of American motorcycles and cars, live rock music concerts, exhibition of the Harley Davidson truck, so visitors can enjoy the experience of driving the latest models of this brand, sales stalls, motorcycle stands and food trucks. The Councilor for Sports, Peyo Lloret, explains that "the Passeig de l'Antoneta is the ideal place to celebrate this motor festival in a relaxed atmosphere by the sea and where gastronomy and music will be combined throughout the day" .

The event has a wide program of activities open to the public. It will start on Friday evening with music sessions by DJs, tapas and a biker party. On Saturday, the crowd will be buzzing with the roar of engines at the American Car Engine Sound Contests and Stunt Passes, where fans burn wheels. The Red Bull party and the 6th anniversary of the Indian Motorcycle Riders Groups club in Alicante will also be celebrated, where the new Indians of 2024 will be presented. In the evening, around 700 motorcycles and 200 American cars will parade through the most emblematic corners of La Vila Joiosa and, at night, Carlos Segarra, the singer of Los Rebeldes, and the groups Doctor Infierno and Tribute to ACDC will perform. On Sunday, the DJ music sessions will continue until the evening.

The festival will feature motorbikes from different brands and models such as Indian Motorcycle, Harley Davison, Royal Enfield, Honda, Yamaha, Vespa, Montesa and Ossa, among others, as well as American cars belonging to clubs all over Spain. Organized by Sud-est Bike Week, it has the collaboration of the Sports Department of Vila Joiosa City Council and the village club GTM 2 Rodes.

🌴 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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