Region of Valencia Tourism Board: Alicante, Benidorm, Castellón and Valencia

2022 Programme

From storytelling and exhibitions about astronomy and mushrooms to basket making workshops, days out in the great outdoors and spectacular hikes, this year Museo de la Biodiversidad in Ibi is putting on an incredible programme of activities.

Designed for all the family, the experiences focus on the environment, teaching you how to take care of the natural world and the local wildlife. Check out the full programme of events and start planning an unforgettable trip to Ibi. We hope to see you there.

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3rd edition of Moriscos Trail 2022

Vall de Almonacid, in Alt Maestrat, is the starting line for the 3rd edition of Moriscos Trail, a trail race that snakes through the most spectacular mountain scenery.

Skilled organisers paired with the beauty of the route make this one of the best trail races of the season. As you run through the Sierra de Espadán mountainscape, you will pass by Moorish remains, trenches built in the Spanish Civil War and a beautiful 13th century castle that affords bird’s-eye views. So what are you waiting for? Choose which distance suits you best and sign up today.

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Festividad de Sant Antonio Abad

If you’re looking for a place where you can experience the traditional celebrations of San Antonio Abad, Cinctorres is it. Located in Els Ports, this small village puts on festivities that have been listed an event of local tourist interest. The festival kicks off on the 28 January with the decoration of the Barraca or hut and the burning of tree trunks in Plaça Vella.

On Saturday 29, the cavalries drag wood through the streets which they later use to make a bonfire. Later on, a theatre piece tells the story of the saint and at 10pm there is the blessing of the animals and a brotherhood dinner. The final day of festivities is Sunday which is full of processions and traditional games. We look forward to seeing you there.

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Spring Festival 2022

This spring, make your way to Alicante city to enjoy the sound of incredible bands like Trashi, Niña Polaca, Cariño, Arde Bogotá, Amatria, Varry Brava, Dorian, Viva Suecia, Rigoberta Bandini, Love of Lesbian, C. Tangana and more.

Spring Festival is back for 2022 with live performances that will get you singing along to the songs you know and love. The line-up offers a diverse selection of acts so you can experiment with new sounds and the festival is committed to being environmentally friendly. Get your tickets now and start planning a spring of festivals. We’ll see you there.

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Anunci i el Sexenni de Morella

Every six years, the historic town of Morella transforms into a haze of colour. The destination’s best-known festivities are held over the course of two consecutive years: the first is known as Anunci and the second Sexenni. Celebrating the lead-up to the main event, Anunci sees satirical ninots – sculptures made by the locals – set up all over the town. In Calle de La Font, a large pole spans the width of the street, attached to which are three dolls that swing around as if they were dancing to the sound of the music.

In honour of Virgen de la Vallivana, the Sexenni celebrations – which will continue for nine days – commence with a solemn pilgrimage in which the image of the saint is carried through the streets.

The whole town gets involved in the festival, creating beautiful tapestries made from crepe paper. The local gremios, or professional associations, are tasked with planning all the events. You can expect traditional parades, beautiful floats, religious figures and tonnes of confetti. Not to mention Las Danzas, in which the dancers’ beautiful outfits and complex routines will blow you away. Sexenni and Anunci are a spectacle that you won't want to miss.

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Moros y Cristianos de Elda

Elda’s Moors and Christians festival starts with the traditional entrada of the bands and the retreta, a spectacle of a procession set to the beat of music. The programme continues with events that are especially designed for kids, such as the unforgettable children’s parade.

El Alardo, or the enactment of the battle between the Moor and Christian legions, is another highlight of the programme, alongside Diana, Embajadas, offerings and processions. Come to Elda to experience this most traditional of festivals. We’ll see you there.

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