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6 things to do in Alicante
New Year's Eve
December 31–January 1 •
Eating 12 grapes, wearing red coloured underwear and preparing a special cake is only a part of the incredible celebration in Spain
Villajoyosa Moors & Christians Festival
July 24–July 31 •
For eight days, the whole city returns to the past by recreating a spectacular and brilliant battle that occurred in 1538
Els Enfarinats
December 28 •
Every year, the town of Ibi is seized by frantic soldiers who reestablish new justice with flour bombs, eggs, and firecrackers
Surfing Season
September–October •
After the swimming season is over there begins the season of surfing on waves
Hogueras de San Juan
June 20–June 24 •
Light up some bonfires, enjoy fireworks, and celebrate the shortest night of the year