Explore the exciting events awaiting residents and visitors in Torrevieja and neighboring towns in Alicante province at the end of this week.
April 23–26: Exhibition Featuring Picasso, Warhol, Murakami, and Other Renowned Artists
Until May 18, the Sea Museum of Santa Pola hosts a remarkable 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 Many displayed works are previously unpublished paintings and recent acquisitions, offering a unique opportunity to experience them firsthand.
The exhibition is organized around four thematic areas: “The Body,” “Rituals,” “Landscapes of the Soul,” and “Transcendence.” Visitors are invited on a contemplative journey from tangible, biographical experiences to abstract and symbolic realms. As curators describe, the exhibition does not present a fixed narrative but rather a process of exploration, where each artwork serves as a threshold and each room a space for personal reflection at the visitor’s own pace.
- Opening hours: 10:00–13:00 and 16:00–19:00 (Tuesday–Saturday); 11:00–13:30 (Sunday).
April 23–26: Daily Trips to Tabarca Island
Departing daily from the ports of Torrevieja, Santa Pola, or Alicante, visitors can take a boat to Tabarca Island—the largest and only inhabited island in the Valencian Community. The trip offers stunning underwater views, opportunities to explore rich marine biodiversity, sample local cuisine, and visit historical landmarks. The boat accommodates up to 250 passengers, including those with reduced mobility and pets. Passengers may bring food and drinks on board.
- Departure times: 9:30–18:45; return trips: 10:30–19:30. Ticket prices from Torrevieja: €27 (adults), €19 (children).
April 24: Valery Meladze Concert in Alicante
Valery Meladze will perform at VB Spaces, located at Avinguda d’Elx, 186, Alicante. Following his highly successful and sold-out anniversary tour in 2025, the celebrated Russian-speaking artist returns to European stages with a fresh concert program. The 2026 tour promises heartfelt lyrics, new compositions, and advanced lighting design for an immersive experience.
- Concert starts at 20:00. Ticket prices start at €69.
April 24: Friday Market in Torrevieja
Every Friday, the Torrevieja street market operates 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 generally lower than supermarket chains. The market provides conveniences such as free parking, public restrooms, and a taxi stand. Accessible buses run every 20 minutes from 8:00 to 14:00, catering to people with reduced mobility and wheelchair users.
Additionally, from Friday to Sunday starting at 19:30, an amusement and games park suitable for all ages is open at the market site.
April 24: Francisco and Tamara “Únicos” Concert
Spain’s distinguished singer Francisco and Tamara, known as the “queen of bolero,” will perform together at Alicante’s Main Theatre. Their joint program “Únicos” features the greatest hits from their extensive and successful careers.
- Concert begins at 20:00. Ticket prices: €28, €32, and €38.
April 24: Musical Performance “El Bosque de Grimm”
At Alicante’s ADDA Concert Hall, the theatre company La Maquiné, accompanied by the City Symphony Orchestra, presents “Grimm Forest,” a musical performance inspired by the Brothers Grimm fairy tales such as “Little Red Riding Hood,” “Thumbelina,” “Snow White,” and “Sleeping Beauty.” Founded in 2008 by Joaquín Casanova and Elisa Ramos, La Maquiné is renowned for innovative performances for children and young audiences, blending movement, music, and gesture into a distinctive stage language. The company has received 27 awards, including two Max Awards and four Lorca Awards.
- Performance starts at 18:00. Ticket prices from €15.
April 24–25: 5th Tapas Tour “A todo tren” in Torrevieja
Torrevieja hosts the 5th edition of the tapas tour “A todo tren,” offering a variety of tapas and drinks for €5 per set. Participating venues each present unique dishes that blend tradition and innovation using quality ingredients. Highlights include rice with ribs, lamb timbale, squid in sauce, and Russian salad.
Participating venues include Restaurante HB Torrevieja, Mini Golf Las Salinas, Bianco Sea Emotion, La Glorieta, Mesón El Huertano, Restaurante Martinis, Jax Torrevieja, La Cantina Food & Drinks, Restaurante Botánico, Cafetería Olga, and Luna Creciente Gastrobar.
April 25: Performance “Diary of Madmen”
The Aula de Cultura CAM in Alicante (Avenida Doctor Godea, 1) presents Dmitry Krymov’s “Diary of Madmen,” starring Chulpan Khamatova and Maksim Sukhanov. The actors, who previously co-starred in Valery Todorovsky’s film “Country of the Deaf” nearly 30 years ago, reunite on stage for the first time. The play explores two individuals unexpectedly thrust into new life circumstances, navigating a foreign environment and seeking purpose.
- Performance starts at 19:30. Ticket prices from €59.
April 25: Dance Show “Fantasía española” in Torrevieja
In celebration of International Dance Day, the Torrevieja Municipal Theatre presents “Fantasía española,” a vibrant and rhythmic dance show suitable for all ages by the Spanish Ballet of Murcia. With over 40 years of history, the company showcases Spanish culture through music by masters like Manuel de Falla, Joaquín Rodrigo, and Isaac Albéniz, alongside traditional motifs.
- Show starts at 20:30. Tickets from €17.
April 25: Indie Day Music Festival in Alicante
The El Muelle Live club in Alicante hosts Indie Day 2026, a festival celebrating indie and alternative music. The event features concerts and DJ sets by artists known for their originality and distinctive styles, including Carlos Sadness, Niña Polaca, Fascinado Club, Juanca & Pope Supersub DJ Set, and other special guests.
- Festival begins at 17:00. Tickets from €35.
April 25: Concert by Violinist Akiko Suwanai and the National Orchestra of Wales
The ADDA Concert Hall in Alicante welcomes Japanese violinist Akiko Suwanai performing with the National Orchestra of Wales. Since winning the International Tchaikovsky Competition in 1990, Suwanai has become one of her generation’s most sought-after artists, collaborating with top orchestras and conductors worldwide.
The BBC National Orchestra and Chorus of Wales, the country’s only professional symphony orchestra, has been a cultural cornerstone for over 90 years. Under principal conductor Ryan Bancroft, the orchestra champions Welsh music and composers, performing both live and on broadcasts.
- Concert starts at 20:00. Ticket prices range from €28 to €60.
April 25: Concert Honouring Queen at MARQ, Alicante
As part of the Candlelight concert series at the Archaeological Museum of Alicante (MARQ), the Adre Quartet performs a tribute to the legendary British band Queen. The program includes iconic hits such as “I Want to Break Free,” “We Will Rock You,” “Bohemian Rhapsody,” and “We Are the Champions.”
- Concert starts at 20:30. Tickets from €25.
April 25: Dance Evening “Danza para todos” at Zenia Boulevard
In honour of International Dance Day, Zenia Boulevard shopping centre hosts “Danza para todos” (“Dance for Everyone”), showcasing local dance schools and their students. This family-friendly event highlights diverse dance styles and supports emerging local talent.
- Event starts at 17:00. Free admission.
April 25–26: Comedy Play “Mejor no decirlo” in Alicante
Alicante’s Main Theatre presents the comedy “Mejor no decirlo” (“Better Not Say It”), about a long-married couple who decide to speak their minds completely, challenging clichés with humour, complicity, and irony.
- Performances at 19:00 (Saturday) and 18:00 (Sunday). Ticket prices: €12, €18, and €26.
April 26: Experimental Theatre Performance “Talk to Me, Mum”
The El Faro experimental theatre invites audiences to “Talk to Me, Mum,” a performance featuring inner dialogues with one’s mother through excerpts from works by Olga Savelyeva, Vera Polozkova, and Olga Demidyuk. The production traces a journey from fear and grievances to awareness, gratitude, and love.
- Performance starts at 20:00. Ticket prices: €20, €25, and €50.
April 26: Musical “Viaje a Oz” at Teatro Circo, Orihuela
“Viaje a Oz” (“Journey to Oz”) is a vibrant children’s musical combining enchanting theatre, dazzling stage design, and energetic songs. The story follows Dora, a girl with a special talent for drawing, who discovers her creations belong to a magical world. After a sudden tornado, an adventure unfolds filled with extraordinary characters, challenges, and lessons about creativity, self-confidence, and following one’s path.
- Show starts at 12:00. Tickets from €5.
April 26: Street Dance Marathon in Torrevieja
To celebrate International Dance Day, an open-air street dance marathon will take place at the natural pools on Paseo Juan Aparicio in Torrevieja. The event features performances by local schools, academies, and professional dancers.
- Event begins at 17:00.