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| 2011 FIESTA DATES (Some dates for 2011 still to be confirmed) Details of events are subject to change please check at the tourist office in Benidorm old town for a full list of festivities when you arrive or telephone email them for more details before booking your holiday. Dates in red are those which visitors will most enjoy and are the main celebration days in Benidorm. JANUARY 2012 Three Kings 5th - arrival of the three Kings - A time for gifts. Epiphany January 6th Festes de Sant Antoni 15th to 18th Fiesta day 17th Exaltación Falla Rincón de Loix 18th FEBRUARY 2012 San Valentín Festes del Roser 7th Fiesta - Burying of the Sardines 25th MARCH 2011 Andalucía Day 1st Cridà Fallas - This is the official inauguration of the Fallas 7th CARNAVAL BENIDORM 2011 5th to 8 March (Fancy Dress Night is March 5th) Fallas 2011 - 14th to the 19th ( 19th Fiesta of " San Jose " ) Learn all about the Valencian Fallas in English The Valencian fiesta is celebrated in Benidorm with the erection of the Fallas enjoy Fireworks and concerts. Fallas burnt on 19th and is not to be missed. A good time to come to Benidorm for some culture. Commemoration of the " Vírgen del Sufragio' 16th COMMEMORATION OF THE ARRIVAL OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN At the old town church there is an offering flowers. The discovery of the Patron Saint, the ‘Vírgen del Sufragio' is reenacted as the Virgin is carried from the beach by the harbour up to the Church. A hugely moving occasion with bands and the ringing of the Church bells to announce the arrival of the blessed Virgin. APRIL 2011 Semana Santa 2011 (Easter Week) 15th viernes de Dolores to 24th Domingo de la Resurrección 22nd is Good Friday (Viernes Santo) Witness the processions which act out the crucifixion of Jesus with solemn processions at each important stage of the Easter story. Processions start and end at the town Church in the old town. Check at the tourist office for full details and times. Book your Easter Holidays or Weekend Break here. Feste de la Santa Faç 23rd |
| Benidorm Spain Fiestas Dates & Guide Here you will find the list of the most popular fiestas (2011) and public holidays in Benidorm. SEE THE BENIDORM FIESTA VIDEO CLICK THE PLAY BUTTON TO START |
The Benidorm November Fiesta 2012
Starts Saturday November 10th ends Wednesday 14th **
with parade 60+ floats, bands etc starts at 5.30pm
Fireworks Poniente approx 9.15pm (see below)
ALSO SEE BANGER DISPLAY AT 2pm DAILY PLAZA TRIANGULAR
** THESE ARE THE OFFICIAL CONFIRMED DATES FROM THE TOWN HALL
** NOTE Date is set each year according to the weeknd of the second Sunday in November
ie; Fiesta starts in 2013 on the Saturday November 9th
Starts Saturday November 10th ends Wednesday 14th **
with parade 60+ floats, bands etc starts at 5.30pm
Fireworks Poniente approx 9.15pm (see below)
ALSO SEE BANGER DISPLAY AT 2pm DAILY PLAZA TRIANGULAR
** THESE ARE THE OFFICIAL CONFIRMED DATES FROM THE TOWN HALL
** NOTE Date is set each year according to the weeknd of the second Sunday in November
ie; Fiesta starts in 2013 on the Saturday November 9th
Here you will find details of all major Fiestas in Benidorm and the dates. Please
check with the tourist office for details and confirmed activities. For a large
selection of photos from various Fiestas see the Benidorm Fiesta Gallery
check with the tourist office for details and confirmed activities. For a large
selection of photos from various Fiestas see the Benidorm Fiesta Gallery
Benidorm November Fiestas Video
The final parade (old town) not to be missed!
The final parade (old town) not to be missed!
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MAY 2011
Festa de La Creu 1st ( Also " Workers Day " National Holiday
Fiesta House of Andalucía 1st to 3rd
Fiesta del Barrio “Los Carrascos" 1st to 3rd
Fiestas del Barrio “Foietes” 8th to 10th
Medieval Market 9th and 10th
Saint Isidro 15th
Fiesta of Saint Isidre 15th to 17th
JUNE 2011
Romería del Corpus Casa de Andalucía 10th to 14th
Fogueres de Sant Joan 2011 19th to 24th (Bonfires of Saint John)
Bonfires at La Cala (Gran Bali), Mercado and Park Elx,and Cala Poniente are exhibited. Culminates on
the 24th when they are all burnt. Four days of contests and fireworks. Be at La Cala beach on the night
of the 23rd - not to missed. Thousands of people on the beach with 100´s of bonfires and at midnight
everyone heads into the sea. See Photos here
JULY 2011
San Fermín 6th
Fiestas Barrio San Cristóbal 10th to 12th
Fiestas de la Virgen del Carmen 16th to 19th (Fishermen Fiesta)
The Patron Saint of sailors is honoured in Benidorm. The recital of verses
by a young girl from the town to the Virgin is one of the most solemn acts of
the festivities. Takes place at the harbour and old town church
San Jaime 25th
AUGUST 2011
San Roque 16th
Fiestas del Rincón de Loix 21st to 23rd
SEPTEMBER 2011
Fiestas Asturia 6th to 8th
Fiesta de la Vendimia 12th
OCTOBER
Moors and Christians 2nd 3rd in 2011
These are the main days but celebrations run from Sep 25
A celebration of the invasion and defeat of the Moors by the Christians.
Street parades, fireworks and battles acted out on the Levant beach.
Festes del Roser 7th to 11th
Valencian Community Day 9th Regional Holiday
Día de la Hispanidad - Spain Day 12th National Holiday
NOVEMBER 2012
All saints Day 1st ( The day of the dead, when flowers are placed on the graves of those
who have passed. A day of remembrance across Spain)
FESTES MAJORS PATRONALS (The Benidorm Fiesta) 10th to 14th 2011
NOTE: Each year the date is set according to the weekend of the second Sunday in November and runs
from Saturday until the Wednesday fireworks spectacular.
The festivities in honour of the Patron Saint, the Virgin of the Sufragio and San Jaime Apostle are the
most important to the people of Benidorm. Five days with acts such as the staging of the finding of the
Virgin, offerings of flowers, celebration of the tapestry, a final parade (old town 6pm) of over 50 floats
and a huge fireworks display on the beach.
Musical performances, bell ringing, concerts, street bands and a massive banger display at 2pm on
Monday Tuesday and Wednesday at Plaza Triangular.
WARNING: Parties continue throughout the night and cannons are set of each morning at 8am so
expect little sleep. Do Not Miss The Banger displays at 2pm and last night fireworks. If you wish enjoy
Fiesta but stay well away from the noise we recommend the NEW Villa del Mar Hotel (Poniente) or
the De Loix Aqua Center Hotel (Rincon de Loix / Levante). However if you want to be right in the
center of the old town book the Avenida Hotel
NOVEMBER FIESTA DATES UNTIL 2013 WILL BE:
2012 start on November 10th
2013 start on November 9th
Festes del Calvari 7th to 11th
Festa de la Carxofa (Artichoke Fiesta) 13th to 15th
DECEMBER 2011
(Christmas & New Year festivities start on the 18th until the 5th Jan)
Nativity scene, contests, markets and Christmas concerts. The end of the year is celebrated at Plaza
Triangular on the 31st where you can enjoy the tradition of eating 12 grapes at midnight - Free
Champagne for all. And on the night of January 5th the 3 Kings procession takes place with a parade
for the children of the town to welcome the Kings who bring presents for all.
NOTE: After enjoying midnight on the 31st head to the old town where you can enjoy a
second new year as the gay bars have their own street party and celebrate the English
new year at 1am - Now an annual street event enjoyed by 1000,s.
Spanish Constitution Day 6th National Holiday
Festa de la Inmaculada concepción 8th
Christmas Market 13th and 14th
December 24th Christmas Eve is a time for family gatherings in Spain
December 25th - A normal day in Spain not celebrated as such
Fin de Año - New years eve - 31st
ALICANTE REGION MUNICIPAL FIESTAS BY TOWN
A to Z List with dates of major town and village Fiesta dates for 2011
LIST OF REGIONAL FIESTAS 2011
Festa de La Creu 1st ( Also " Workers Day " National Holiday
Fiesta House of Andalucía 1st to 3rd
Fiesta del Barrio “Los Carrascos" 1st to 3rd
Fiestas del Barrio “Foietes” 8th to 10th
Medieval Market 9th and 10th
Saint Isidro 15th
Fiesta of Saint Isidre 15th to 17th
JUNE 2011
Romería del Corpus Casa de Andalucía 10th to 14th
Fogueres de Sant Joan 2011 19th to 24th (Bonfires of Saint John)
Bonfires at La Cala (Gran Bali), Mercado and Park Elx,and Cala Poniente are exhibited. Culminates on
the 24th when they are all burnt. Four days of contests and fireworks. Be at La Cala beach on the night
of the 23rd - not to missed. Thousands of people on the beach with 100´s of bonfires and at midnight
everyone heads into the sea. See Photos here
JULY 2011
San Fermín 6th
Fiestas Barrio San Cristóbal 10th to 12th
Fiestas de la Virgen del Carmen 16th to 19th (Fishermen Fiesta)
The Patron Saint of sailors is honoured in Benidorm. The recital of verses
by a young girl from the town to the Virgin is one of the most solemn acts of
the festivities. Takes place at the harbour and old town church
San Jaime 25th
AUGUST 2011
San Roque 16th
Fiestas del Rincón de Loix 21st to 23rd
SEPTEMBER 2011
Fiestas Asturia 6th to 8th
Fiesta de la Vendimia 12th
OCTOBER
Moors and Christians 2nd 3rd in 2011
These are the main days but celebrations run from Sep 25
A celebration of the invasion and defeat of the Moors by the Christians.
Street parades, fireworks and battles acted out on the Levant beach.
Festes del Roser 7th to 11th
Valencian Community Day 9th Regional Holiday
Día de la Hispanidad - Spain Day 12th National Holiday
NOVEMBER 2012
All saints Day 1st ( The day of the dead, when flowers are placed on the graves of those
who have passed. A day of remembrance across Spain)
FESTES MAJORS PATRONALS (The Benidorm Fiesta) 10th to 14th 2011
NOTE: Each year the date is set according to the weekend of the second Sunday in November and runs
from Saturday until the Wednesday fireworks spectacular.
The festivities in honour of the Patron Saint, the Virgin of the Sufragio and San Jaime Apostle are the
most important to the people of Benidorm. Five days with acts such as the staging of the finding of the
Virgin, offerings of flowers, celebration of the tapestry, a final parade (old town 6pm) of over 50 floats
and a huge fireworks display on the beach.
Musical performances, bell ringing, concerts, street bands and a massive banger display at 2pm on
Monday Tuesday and Wednesday at Plaza Triangular.
WARNING: Parties continue throughout the night and cannons are set of each morning at 8am so
expect little sleep. Do Not Miss The Banger displays at 2pm and last night fireworks. If you wish enjoy
Fiesta but stay well away from the noise we recommend the NEW Villa del Mar Hotel (Poniente) or
the De Loix Aqua Center Hotel (Rincon de Loix / Levante). However if you want to be right in the
center of the old town book the Avenida Hotel
NOVEMBER FIESTA DATES UNTIL 2013 WILL BE:
2012 start on November 10th
2013 start on November 9th
Festes del Calvari 7th to 11th
Festa de la Carxofa (Artichoke Fiesta) 13th to 15th
DECEMBER 2011
(Christmas & New Year festivities start on the 18th until the 5th Jan)
Nativity scene, contests, markets and Christmas concerts. The end of the year is celebrated at Plaza
Triangular on the 31st where you can enjoy the tradition of eating 12 grapes at midnight - Free
Champagne for all. And on the night of January 5th the 3 Kings procession takes place with a parade
for the children of the town to welcome the Kings who bring presents for all.
NOTE: After enjoying midnight on the 31st head to the old town where you can enjoy a
second new year as the gay bars have their own street party and celebrate the English
new year at 1am - Now an annual street event enjoyed by 1000,s.
Spanish Constitution Day 6th National Holiday
Festa de la Inmaculada concepción 8th
Christmas Market 13th and 14th
December 24th Christmas Eve is a time for family gatherings in Spain
December 25th - A normal day in Spain not celebrated as such
Fin de Año - New years eve - 31st
ALICANTE REGION MUNICIPAL FIESTAS BY TOWN
A to Z List with dates of major town and village Fiesta dates for 2011
LIST OF REGIONAL FIESTAS 2011
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