If you’re wondering what’s on in Alicante this week, the city’s serving up its usual blend of sunshine, culture, and food — just with a bit more November breeze. Expect highs around 22°C, cooler evenings, and a weekend that practically demands a walk by the sea. Here are ten things worth doing between 10 and 17 November.
🍷 Ruta de Taberneros (Various barrios)
20 October – 15 November
Alicante’s city-wide tapas route wraps up this weekend. 23 bars and restaurants are serving a tapa inspired by old taverns, paired with DO Alicante wine for €5. Try a few, wander between barrios, and vote for your favourite on Instagram @detapasporAlicante.
If you love a good food crawl, check out our Discover the Best Tapas Bars in Alicante guide.
🍽️ Jornadas Gastronómicas “Alicante Capital Española de la Gastronomía” (Various restaurants)
5 – 30 November
More than 40 restaurants are marking Alicante’s year as Spain’s Gastronomic Capital with special menus (from €25). Expect plenty of rice, seafood, olive oil, and local wine — from traditional arroz to creative new dishes. See the full list at jornadasalc.com.
🎭 What’s On in Alicante This Week: Cultural Highlights – 33ª Muestra de Teatro Español de Autores Contemporáneos “Guillermo Heras” (Centro & Las Cigarreras)
7 – 16 November
Sixteen Spanish theatre companies perform at Teatro Principal, Las Cigarreras, and Teatro Arniches in this annual festival of modern Spanish playwriting. Intense, funny, sometimes daring — and always engaging.
If you’ve never been, our What’s it like to live in Alicante? post gives you a sense of daily life around these cultural spots.
🍫 Chocolate & Turrón Tasting (Castillo de Santa Bárbara, Old Town) (Free)
Saturday & Sunday, 11:00
A free tasting inside Alicante’s iconic castle, celebrating local chocolate and turrón. Entry is free (lift €2.70). Book through the official castle site to secure a spot.
Heading up there? See our Itinerary: 1 Day in Alicante — it includes the castle and some favourite nearby stops.
🎶 Guaco in Concert – VB Spaces (Babel / Polígono, Av. d’Elx 186)
Saturday 15 November, 22:30
Venezuelan fusion legends Guaco perform at VB Spaces near the airport — so it’s a taxi there and back job (Pide Taxi or Uber). Tickets from €30. Expect a lively night and superb sound.
🖼️ Juana Francés: La construcción de una artista moderna (1945–1956) – MACA (Plaza de Santa María 3, Old Town)
Ongoing through November
A thoughtful exhibition tracing the early career of Alicante-born artist Juana Francés, who helped define Spanish modernism. It’s at the MACA, a stunning modern art gallery beside the old Basilica of Santa María.
🎺 Banda Sinfónica Municipal de Alicante – Sunday Matinée at ADDA (Free, with invitation)
Sunday 16 November, 12:00 – Av. de Jijona 5 (Ensanche-Diputación)
The city’s Municipal Band performs its much-loved Sunday matinée at the ADDA — a world-class concert hall near Plaza de Toros. Tickets are free via the ADDA website, but walk-ins usually get in too. You’ll be out in time for lunch. (Details)
💬 Language Exchange Night – El Gato Cool Pub (Centro, Calle Santos Médicos 4) (Free)
Every Monday, 19:30–22:00
A weekly intercambio hosted by Alicante Low Cost Fun. Great for practising Spanish or English with locals and expats over drinks. Free entry — just buy something at the bar.
🧘 Yoga in English – Yin Yoga at Tranquilo Espacio (Centro, Plaza San Antonio 5)
Thursday 13 November, 19:00–20:00
A relaxed, English-friendly session (max 6 people) focused on gentle stretching. Mats provided. €13 total (€3 booking + €10 after). Book via Meetup.
🧵 Explanada Artisan Market (Explanada de España, port end) (Free)
Daily 10:00–22:00
Handmade jewellery, ceramics, leather goods and crafts fill the Explanada’s stalls daily. Ideal for a pre-dinner stroll.
👣 Exploring beyond what’s on in Alicante this week
Our self-guided walking tour takes you through the castle, old town and seafront — the perfect loop for first-time visitors or locals rediscovering the city.
👉 Alicante’s History & Highlights – Self-Guided Tour
📝 Wrap-Up
Whatever what’s on in Alicante this week, it’s probably something that combines sunshine, good food, and a dash of music — in other words, Alicante doing what it does best.
