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The Municipal Institute of Culture "Joaquin Chapaprieta" officially announces the start of the registration period for the XXVIII Book Fair

10.02.2026
The Municipal Institute of Culture "Joaquin Chapaprieta" officially announces the start of the registration period for the XXVIII Book Fair
This upcoming edition is notable for the presence of two top-level figures in the national literary scene, both winners of the prestigious Planeta Prize: Javier Sierra (Godfather of the Fair) and Paloma Sánchez Garnica

The City Council is putting out to tender the concession for the new "La Plasa" market, which will integrate a traditional market and a gastronomic market as a social and commercial reference space

06.02.2026
The City Council is putting out to tender the concession for the new "La Plasa" market, which will integrate a traditional market and a gastronomic market as a social and commercial reference space
The contract will be awarded through an open procedure, evaluating both the offered fee and the quality of the investment, operation, and management project, as well as the proven experience in managing markets or similar facilities. The concession is granted for a period of 10 years, with the possibility of two one-year extensions. The City Council is allocating €150,000 in aid to the merchants of the Mercado de Abastos (Central Market) affected by the works.

The submission period for the IV Raúl Ferrández National Amateur Theatre Competition, which will be held from March 20 to 24, is now closed.

04.02.2026
The submission period for the IV Raúl Ferrández National Amateur Theatre Competition, which will be held from March 20 to 24, is now closed.
The awards ceremony will be held at the Municipal Theatre on Friday, March 27, at 8:00 p.m., coinciding with World Theatre Day. In addition to the awards ceremony, there will be a reading of the 2026 theatre manifesto and a performance of the play "Farra" by the National Classical Theatre Company and Lucas Escobedo, winner of the 2025 MAX Award for Best Musical Show.

Music, light and color at the Torrevieja Carnival

29.01.2026
Music, light and color at the Torrevieja Carnival
Carnival 2026 officially kicks off tomorrow, Friday, January 30th, with the opening proclamation and the premiere of the documentary film "Carnival 2025," which will take place at the Torrevieja Municipal Theatre. The Torrevieja Carnival is establishing itself as one of the most spectacular and well-attended festive events in the Valencian Community.

4,000 attendees for the start of the Torrevieja Carnival with Susi Caramelo, and the Comedies of the Illustrious Ignorants and Joaquin Caserza

29.01.2026
4,000 attendees for the start of the Torrevieja Carnival with Susi Caramelo, and the Comedies of the Illustrious Ignorants and Joaquin Caserza
The opening address for Carnival 2026, featuring Susi Caramelo, will take place on Friday, January 30th, at the Municipal Theater. The Carnival King and Queen Coronation Gala will have two performances on Saturday, January 31st, also at the Theater. Both are nearly sold out. Irreverent humor with Ilustres Ignorantes is also nearly sold out for Saturday the 31st, but at the International Auditorium. The weekend culminates with the comedy and reflection of Joaquín Caserza and his show about mental health, on Sunday, February 1st, at the Municipal Theater.

Torrevieja presents its ambitious urban transformation process at FITUR, with strategic investments in all areas of the city.

22.01.2026
Torrevieja presents its ambitious urban transformation process at FITUR, with strategic investments in all areas of the city.
The promotional video showcases the profound renewal that the municipality is undergoing, a transformation that maintains the sea, the natural environment and the unique character of Torrevieja as fundamental pillars, and which is materialized in strategic projects spread throughout the city.