Residents and visitors of Torrevieja and nearby towns in Alicante province can look forward to a variety of engaging events at the end of this week. Here’s a detailed guide to the main happenings from 10 to 12 April.
April 9: Formula V Concert
The Main Theatre of Alicante will host a concert by the legendary Spanish band Formula V, renowned for producing some of the country’s most enduring pop hits. Led by founder Paco Pastor, the group will perform timeless classics such as “Cuéntame,” “Eva María,” “Vacaciones de verano,” “La Fiesta de Blas,” “Tengo tu amor,” “Cenicienta,” “Ahora sé que me quieres,” and “Loco casi loco.” This unique show celebrates songs that have become part of the cultural fabric of Spanish-speaking countries.
- Start time: 20:00
- Ticket prices: €30, €37, and €40
April 9–12: Exhibition Featuring Picasso, Warhol, Murakami, and More
Until 18 May, the Sea Museum of Santa Pola presents an extraordinary exhibition showcasing works by Pablo Picasso, Andy Warhol, Takashi Murakami, Marc Chagall, and other prominent Spanish and international artists. The pieces come from the Vicente Aguilera Cerni Museum of Contemporary Art in Vilafamés (MACVAC) and the collections of Mariano Poyatos and Filomena De Lorenzo (Espai Nivi gallery). Many artworks are previously unpublished or recent acquisitions, offering a rare opportunity for discovery.
The exhibition is organized around four themes: “The Body,” “Rituals,” “Landscapes of the Soul,” and “Transcendence.” It invites visitors on a reflective journey from physical and biographical experiences to abstract and symbolic realms. Curators emphasize that the exhibition is an open-ended exploration, where each artwork serves as a threshold and each room a space for personal contemplation.
- Opening hours: Tuesday–Saturday, 10:00–13:00 and 16:00–19:00; Sunday, 11:00–13:30
April 9–12: 38th Book Fair in Torrevieja
The 38th Book Fair continues until 15 April along Paseo Vista Alegre in Torrevieja. Visitors can browse numerous stands featuring local bookstores offering discounts on a wide range of titles. The fair also includes opportunities to meet well-known authors, enjoy musical performances, poetry readings, and participate in literary workshops.
- Fair opening time: 12:30
April 9–12: Raluy Legacy Circus Tour in Elche
The internationally acclaimed Raluy Legacy Circus is performing at Recinto Feria de San Andrés (Plà Nou) in Elche until 19 April. Their innovative show “Cyborg” immerses audiences in a futuristic world of magnetic, robotic characters and features daring acts like the “Globe of Death” performed in darkness.
- Showtimes: Thursday and Friday at 18:30; Saturday at 17:00 and 19:30; Sunday at 12:00 and 17:00
- Ticket prices start from €15
April 9–12: Daily Trips to Tabarca Island
Visitors can take daily boat trips from the ports of Torrevieja, Santa Pola, or Alicante to Tabarca Island, the largest and only inhabited island in the Valencian Community. The island offers stunning underwater views, rich marine biodiversity, local cuisine, and historical landmarks. The boat accommodates up to 250 passengers, including those with reduced mobility and pets. Food and drinks are permitted on board.
- Departure times: 09:30 to 18:45
- Return times: 10:30 to 19:30
- Ticket prices from Torrevieja: Adults €27, Children €19
April 10: Friday Market in Torrevieja
Every Friday, the Torrevieja street market takes place at Parque Antonio Soria, one of the largest small-business hubs in the Vega Baja region. Spanning 82,000 square meters, it features up to 700 stalls offering food, clothing, footwear, accessories, and more at prices competitive with major supermarket chains. The market provides amenities including free parking, public restrooms, and a taxi stand. An accessible bus service runs every 20 minutes from 08:00 to 14:00.
Additionally, from Friday to Sunday starting at 19:30, an amusement and games park is open for all ages at the same location.
April 10: Children’s Show “Mini Break”
In celebration of International Dance Day, the Gran Teatro of Elche presents “Mini Break,” an interactive hip-hop show designed for children aged 4 to 9. The performance introduces young audiences to the history and philosophy of hip-hop through engaging visuals and storytelling.
- Start time: 18:00
- Ticket price: €15
April 10: Concert “The Best of Hans Zimmer”
At the Archaeological Museum of Alicante (MARQ), the Adre Quartet will perform as part of the Candlelight concert series, featuring compositions by renowned German film composer Hans Florian Zimmer. The program includes music from films and video games such as “The Lion King,” “Madagascar,” “Dunkirk,” “The Pacific,” “The Dark Knight,” “Wonder Woman,” “Interstellar,” “Dune,” “Gladiator,” “Sherlock Holmes,” “Pirates of the Caribbean,” and “Man of Steel.”
- Start time: 20:30
- Ticket prices from €39
April 10–11: Musical “Sonrisas y lágrimas” (“The Sound of Music”)
The Municipal Theatre of Torrevieja presents the beloved musical “Sonrisas y lágrimas,” set in 1938 Salzburg, Austria. The story follows Maria Rainer, a young novice whose free spirit and love of music challenge the strict convent rules. Sent to be governess to Captain Georg von Trapp’s seven children, Maria brings joy, music, and love to the household, awakening feelings in the captain that make her question her future in the abbey.
This production by Theatre Properties features moving storytelling, Rodgers and Hammerstein’s unforgettable music, and majestic sets that transport audiences to 1930s Austria—from the convent to the von Trapp villa and the breathtaking Alps.
- Showtimes: Friday at 20:00; Saturday at 17:00 and 20:30
- Ticket prices from €40
April 11: 24th Outlet Motor Fair by Grupo Serrano Automoción
Grupo Serrano Automoción hosts its 24th motor fair in the Altabix industrial area of Elche. Visitors can purchase or reserve vehicles from brands including Seat, Cupra, Škoda, Volkswagen, and Audi at discounted prices, with guaranteed accessory gifts included.
- Opening hours: 10:00 to 20:00
April 11: Concert Honoring Ludovico Einaudi
Pianist Cristina Cámara performs works by Italian composer Ludovico Einaudi at the Archaeological Museum of Alicante (MARQ). The program features pieces such as I Giorni, Le Onde, Primavera, Elegy for the Arctic, In Un’Altra Vita, Nuvole Bianche, Una Mattina, Divenire, and Fly.
- Start time: 18:30
- Ticket prices from €29
April 11: Pianist Albert Guinovart Concert
At the ADDA Concert Hall in Alicante, composer and pianist Albert Guinovart will perform a program including works by Claude Debussy, Maurice Ravel, Francis Poulenc, and his own compositions. Guinovart is celebrated for his multifaceted musicianship, combining composition, orchestration, and teaching, with performances in prestigious venues worldwide.
- Start time: 19:00
- Ticket price: €10
April 12: Play “Constelaciones” (“Constellations”)
The Main Theatre of Alicante presents “Constelaciones,” a play exploring the relationship between Marianne and Ronald through the lens of quantum physics and parallel universes. Written by Nick Payne, the play examines the idea that multiple outcomes can coexist, portraying the infinite possibilities within a couple’s relationship or between two people who never fully connect.
- Start time: 18:00
- Ticket prices: €12, €18, and €25