Benidorm Festivity Calendar 2025

Looking to experience the real Benidorm?

Sure, the beaches and nightlife are legendary — but if you really want to live like a local, you’ve got to dive into the town’s fiestas, parades, and traditions. From huge celebrations like the Festes Majors Patronals to local secrets like the Acampada de Peñas, there’s always something happening that’ll surprise you.

Whether you’re planning your next trip or already lucky enough to live here, this is your complete guide to every major (and some not-so-obvious) event happening in Benidorm in 2025. Plus, we’ve included a handy month-by-month summary if you want to mark your calendar.

Our tip: Some of these festivities, especially the Peñas events and local parades, aren’t widely advertised to tourists — but they’re among the best experiences you can have!

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📅 Main Festivities in Benidorm – 2025

🗓️ January

• Benidorm Fest 2025 (28 Jan – 1 Feb)
  Spain’s national selection for Eurovision, featuring semifinals on 28 and 30 January, and the grand final on 1 February at Palau d’Esports l’Illa de Benidorm. The event includes live performances, a tapas competition, and themed parties.

🎭 February

• Carnival (1–4 Feb)
  A vibrant celebration with children’s and adult parades, culminating in the “Burial of the Sardine” procession, symbolizing the end of winter.

🍀 March

• Las Fallas (14–19 Mar)
  Benidorm’s version of Valencia’s famous festival, featuring the creation and burning of large satirical effigies, accompanied by fireworks and street parties. ​

• St. Patrick’s Day (17 Mar)
  A major event for the British community, especially around Calle Gerona, with themed parties, live music, and a sea of green attire.

• Holy Week (13–20 Apr)
  Religious processions and events commemorating the Passion of Christ, with significant participation from local parishes.

• Acampada de Peñas (25–27 Apr)
  A gathering of over 4,500 members from 208 peñas (social clubs) in Vía Parque, featuring concerts, DJ performances, children’s activities, and communal meals.

🌊 May

• Labour Day (1 May)
  A national holiday celebrated with various local events and gatherings.​

☀️ June

• Hogueras de San Juan (24 Jun)
  Celebrated on the beaches with bonfires, fireworks, and midnight swims, marking the summer solstice. ​

🎶 July

• Reggaeton Beach Festival (5–6 Jul)
  Held at Estadio Guillermo Amor, featuring international reggaeton artists, water attractions, and a vibrant party atmosphere.

• Low Festival (25–27 Jul)
  An indie and alternative music festival with performances by Empire of the Sun, Bomba Estéreo, The Kooks, and more.

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🏖️ August

• Assumption of Mary (15 Aug)
  A religious holiday with local celebrations and church services.

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🏳️‍🌈 September

• Benidorm Pride (2–7 Sep)
  A week-long LGBTQ+ celebration culminating in a colorful parade through the city, featuring live performances and parties. ​

🍂 October

• Valencian Community Day (9 Oct)
  Regional holiday commemorating the entry of King James I into the city of Valencia in 1238.​

• National Day of Spain (12 Oct)
  National holiday with various events and celebrations throughout the city.​

🎆 November

• Festes Majors Patronals (8–12 Nov)
  Benidorm’s main annual festival honoring the Virgin of the Suffrage and Saint James the Apostle. Events include parades, concerts, fireworks, and traditional ceremonies.

• British Fancy Dress Party (13 Nov)
  Europe’s largest fancy dress party, attracting over 35,000 participants, mainly British tourists, in elaborate costumes around Calle Gerona.

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🎄 December

• Christmas (25 Dec)
  Celebrated with festive decorations, markets, and events throughout the city.

📌 Other Events to Watch For

• 📷 Art & craft fairs during Easter and Summer

• 🚶‍♀️ Hiking & wellness events organized by local associations

• 🎬 Outdoor cinema nights (usually in July–August near the castle)

• 🎡 Mini ferias (pop-up funfairs) in summer for kids

✅ Editor’s Conclusion

Benidorm isn’t just about sunshine and sangria — it’s a town that knows how to celebrate life all year long. Whether you’re here for the big festivals like the Festes Majors Patronals or you stumble into a peñas party by accident (lucky you!), each event brings its own flavor of fun, tradition, and community spirit.

If you want to see the real heartbeat of Benidorm, mark these dates, join the locals, and dive in with an open mind (and maybe a good costume too!).
Locals say: the best memories are made when you least expect them — often at a random parade, street concert, or fireworks show.

Definitely don’t skip: November’s Festes Majors and the outrageous British Fancy Dress Party — pure Benidorm magic!

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