Alicante

Alicante and the Costa Blanca are a sun-drenched, gay-friendly destination with a laid-back yet vibrant queer nightlife. Historic venues like Canibal Pub and La Cúpula Azul offer drag and cabaret; the region is known for tolerance and a mix of bars, beaches, and LGBTQ+ spaces.

DOMINGO NOCHE DE GLAMOUR Y DIVAS EN EL PUB Divina

DIVINA PUB Alicante

DOMINGO NOCHE DE GLAMOUR Y DIVAS

Divina Pub

A drag show featuring glamour and diva performances at Divina Pub.

PRIDE WEEK in Alicante includes a parade on Saturday, July 18 at 19:00, followed by celebrations at DARK Alicante from 22:00. On Sunday, July 19, there is an UNDERWEAR PARTY starting at 22:00, with a minimum consumption of 10€, and access until 02:30.

DARK Alicante

PRIDE WEEK

Avenida Maisonnave (esquina con Avenida Federico Soto)

Manifestación Orgullo Alicante 2026

Entendemos LGTBI

A public march advocating for LGBTQ+ rights, equality, and diversity in Alicante.

A fun-filled beach volleyball tournament at San Juan Beach as part of Pride celebrations.

San Juan Beach and Bonfire Los Ángeles - Felipe Bergé

Pride Beach Volleyball Tournament

Beach volleyball tournament at San Juan Beach and an LGBTQ+ party at Bonfire Los Ángeles – Felipe Bergé.

Alicante with Pride - July 18

Al finalizar la manifestación, te esperamos en la Plaza del Ayuntamiento para disfrutar de una gran fiesta llena de música y talento con las actuaciones de Soberbia Malibú, Kleeers, Paula Muñoz, Dani Mixtika, y Viva de Milagro DJ.

Plaza de los Luceros

Fiesta Orgullo Alicante 2026

Alicante Entiende LGTBI

A large LGBTQ+ pride march in Alicante, Spain.

Lectura Manifiesto, actuaciones y musica Plaza del Ayuntamiento

Plaza del Ayuntamiento

Lectura Manifiesto, actuaciones y musica

A community event with a manifesto reading, performances, and music at Plaza del Ayuntamiento.

The main Pride celebration with music, dance, and festivities at City Hall Square.

City Hall Square

Alicante Pride Party at City Hall Square

A gathering for the LGBTQ+ community to celebrate diversity and inclusion.

Alicante Community Center

Community LGTBIQ+ Event

Asociación ENTENDEMOS LGTBI

A charity running event organized by the Policía Nacional to support Apsa, encouraging community participation.

Policía Nacional Solidarity Run

Policía Nacional Alicante

El Festival de Cortometrajes Helena Cortesina busca visibilizar y reivindicar el papel de la mujer en el cine. La edición 2026 se celebra del 21 al 23 de septiembre en Alicante, con proyecciones de veinte cortos seleccionados entre 276 presentados, en sesiones en el Auditorio Puerta Ferrisa y el Teatre Arniches. La programación incluye cortometrajes de diversos autores, una masterclass sobre la mujer en el cine español, y una ceremonia de clausura con entrega de premios y homenaje a Helena Cortesina, pionera en el cine español.

Festival de Cortometrajes Helena Cortesina

Mujeres por la Igualdad

Beach event with DJ sets featuring Jes Set, Lucía Ponce, Orlean B, Kokedama, Nani Doya, Shira Fusión, and Mia Wallas at Alicante's dunes and beach.

Nirvana Beach

Nirvana Beach - El Reencuentro

Celebration of the 22nd anniversary of Alicante Comedy Club with a special comedy show.

Calle Poeta Quintana

Alicante Comedy Club Anniversary

Alicante Comedy Club

A short film festival with screenings on September 21 and 22, and a closing gala on September 23.

Teatre Arniches

Edición - Festival de Cortometrajes

Night event at Discoteca Refugio Alicante to celebrate the puente with music and dance.

Discoteca Refugio Alicante

Fiesta en Discoteca Refugio Alicante

Music session with Lydia D. del Corral at Pub El Jaleo, featuring a mix of styles from the 60s to present.

Pub El Jaleo

Lydia D. del Corral Session at Pub El Jaleo

The start of the new autumn season at El Jaleo with Lydia D. del Corral's musical session.

El Jaleo Autumn Season Opening

An entertainment event featuring Kiara Show with dancing, singing, and fun performances.

PUB DIVINA alicante

Kiara Show at Divina Alicante

A lively night event at Discoteca Refugio Alicante to celebrate the weekend with music and dancing.

Discoteca Refugio Alicante Night

A theatrical comedy titled 'Llévame a Benidorm' will be performed in Alicante this autumn. The play explores themes of dignity, love, and humor, featuring two characters who share a lifelong love story. The story involves Mila, who suffers from Alzheimer's and is confined to a nursing home, and Luisa, who visits her daily. When Luisa has to move to Santander, they decide to escape together to Benidorm in a journey seeking paradise. The production, praised for its social critique and emotional depth, was previously staged in July at CC. Las Cigarreras and is scheduled to return to Alicante in October. The play is a heartfelt tribute to life, friendship, and the resilience of love.

Centro Social C. Gastón Castellón

Llévame a Benidorm Theatre Play

A themed underwear party held at DARK Alicante, located at Av Ramón y Cajal, 9, on October 15, 2026, starting at 22:00. The event is organized for the LGBTQ+ community and attendees are encouraged to wear underwear as part of the theme.

Underwear Party at DARK Alicante

A festival featuring various themed events with colorful monster-themed posters.

Alicante, Spain

FANTAELEX

El evento es la XI edición del Festival de Cine Fantástico de Elche, que se celebra del 9 al 25 de noviembre de 2026. Durante este período, se presenta una programación variada de cine de ciencia ficción, terror y fantasía en diferentes sedes y horarios en la ciudad de Elche. La edición incluye proyecciones de cortometrajes, exposiciones, charlas y otras actividades relacionadas con el género fantástico.

LGBTQ+ Events in Alicante

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DOMINGO NOCHE DE GLAMOUR Y DIVAS

PRIDE WEEK

Manifestación Orgullo Alicante 2026

Pride Beach Volleyball Tournament

Alicante with Pride - July 18

Fiesta Orgullo Alicante 2026

Lectura Manifiesto, actuaciones y musica

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Alicante Pride Party at City Hall Square

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DOMINGO NOCHE DE GLAMOUR Y DIVAS

PRIDE WEEK

Manifestación Orgullo Alicante 2026

Pride Beach Volleyball Tournament

Alicante with Pride - July 18

Fiesta Orgullo Alicante 2026

Lectura Manifiesto, actuaciones y musica

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Alicante Pride Party at City Hall Square

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