TORREVIEJA — Torrevieja will celebrate a new edition of its traditional May Fair (Feria de Mayo) from Thursday, May 7 to Sunday, May 10, transforming the city into a showcase of Andalusian culture, music, dance, and gastronomy. The event remains one of the most anticipated highlights of the local festive calendar and one of the largest gatherings in Alicante province.
Held at Antonio Soria Park, the four-day fair brings together thousands of visitors each spring and has been officially recognized as a Festival of Provincial Tourist Interest, reflecting its cultural significance and strong public appeal across the Costa Blanca.
This year’s event will feature 13 participating groups operating 15 “casetas” (fair tents), creating a vibrant social and cultural space. The municipal tent will once again support the charitable initiative Alimentos Solidarios, with its own dedicated program published via the City Council’s social media channels.
A “Punto Violeta” (Purple Point) will also be available on-site, offering information and support to promote safe, inclusive, and violence-free festivities.
Strong Local and Musical Line-Up
The program highlights the city’s dance scene, with performances from leading local academies including Mery Dance Academy, the Municipal Dance School of Torrevieja, Soul Dance, Paya’s Dance School, QK Dance Academy, and Ángela Esteban Dance School.
In addition, two major musical acts will headline the weekend:
- Friday: La Cuarta Cuerda, a rising flamenco-pop and rumba group with a strong youth following.
- Saturday: Raya Evolution, featuring members of the iconic Raya Real, known for decades of influence in Andalusian festive music.
Traditional elements such as the rociera mass, horse and carriage parade, and Copla singing competition final will round out the program.
The official opening ceremony will include the Torrevieja anthem performed by the UMT band, followed by a fireworks display. During the ceremony, the City Council will also pay tribute to Spain’s State Security Forces for their service, particularly in ensuring safety at large public events.
Feria de Mayo 2026 – Full Program
Thursday, May 7
- 12:00 PM – Fairgrounds open
- 9:00 PM – Official opening ceremony, including performance of the Torrevieja anthem by the UMT band
- Following ceremony – Fireworks display
- 9:30 PM – Performance by Mery Dance Academy
- 2:30 AM – Fairgrounds close
Friday, May 8
- 12:00 PM – Fairgrounds open
- 9:00 PM – Municipal Dance School of Torrevieja performance
- 10:00 PM – Soul Dance Academy performance
- 11:30 PM – Live concert: La Cuarta Cuerda
- 4:00 AM – Fairgrounds close
Saturday, May 9
- 12:00 PM – Traditional Rociera Mass at the Archpriestal Church of the Immaculate Conception, performed by Brisa del Sur Choir
- After mass – Horse and carriage parade to the fairgrounds
- Route: From the church via Bazán and Delfina Viudes streets to Antonio Soria Park
- Upon arrival – Traditional horse parade within the fairgrounds
- 8:30 PM – Performance by Paya’s Dance School
- 9:30 PM – Performance by QK Dance Academy
- 11:00 PM – Live concert: Raya Evolution
- 4:00 AM – Fairgrounds close
Sunday, May 10
- 7:30 PM – Performance by Ángela Esteban Dance School
- 8:30 PM – Final of the Copla Singing Competition (organized by Casa de Andalucía “Rafael Alberti”)
- 9:30 PM – Closing ceremony (Salve), featuring competition finalists and choirs Brisas del Sur, Alba Rociera, and Hermandad Virgen del Rocío
The full program is available on the municipal website: www.torrevieja.es
