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Crowds celebrate the first major night of the Hogueras de Alicante

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 11:50:36 GMT

Thousands of people filled the streets of Alicante in the early hours of Sunday morning, demonstrating the enthusiasm for the Hogueras de Alicante festivities. Read more →

Phase 1 of La Hoya completed with homes and commercial units under construction, 45% of urban plan

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 11:33:22 GMT

The first phase of the urban plan for La Hoya in Elche has concluded, representing 45% of the total project with homes and commercial areas already under construction. Read more →

More than 600 runners tour Alicante visiting nine hogueras: 'The Fiesta isn't just night-time and alcohol'

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 11:19:35 GMT

Three groups with more than 600 runners crossed Alicante from the Ayuntamiento to PAU 2, visiting nine hogueras on a route that combines sport and the Hogueras de San Juan festivities. Read more →

Misteri d'Elx announces standard bearer and electees for August 2026 performances

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 11:19:02 GMT

The Governing Board of the Patronato del Misteri d'Elx has presented the individuals who will hold honorary positions in the 2026 performances. Read more →

Flag Bearer and Elected Representatives for 2026 Appointed in Elche

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 11:18:16 GMT

The festive roles of Flag Bearer and Elected Representatives have been designated for the 2026 celebrations in Elche. Read more →

Santa Pola will have mostly clear skies this Sunday 21st June

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 03:17:45 GMT

Santa Pola will enjoy a mostly clear day today, ideal for outdoor activities. Read more →

Can the body be trained to better withstand high temperatures during the heatwave?

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 02:50:08 GMT

Summer 2026 begins this Sunday with the season's first heatwave, raising questions about the body's adaptation to extreme heat. Read more →

Weather forecast in Alicante for today, Sunday 21st June: clear skies and highs up to 33 degrees

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 02:00:34 GMT

Alicante will enjoy a mostly clear day today with temperatures between 24 and 33 degrees Celsius. Read more →

Drone aerial images show Alicante's 2026 Hoguera Oficial

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 22:01:21 GMT

A drone video offers a spectacular aerial perspective of the Hoguera Oficial for the Hogueras de San Juan 2026 festivities in Alicante. Read more →

The 12 Special Category Hogueras of Alicante 2026

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 21:43:07 GMT

Photo gallery showcases the twelve Special Category hogueras competing in this year's Hogueras de San Juan festivities in Alicante. Read more →

Spectacular show of 150 drones conquers Alicante's sky during Hogueras

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 21:40:40 GMT

The port of Alicante hosted a space-inspired drone show on Saturday as part of the Hogueras de San Juan programme. Read more →

Effective trick to stop draughts coming through closed windows

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 19:31:54 GMT

Many homes suffer from air leaks through poorly adjusted windows. A simple method allows you to improve the seal without needing to replace the fittings. Read more →

Harmony of the Seas cruise passengers discover Alicante's Hogueras: 'They're incredible'

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 19:29:55 GMT

The Harmony of the Seas cruise ship docked in Alicante with 5,479 passengers who encountered the Hogueras for the first time, expressing great admiration for the ephemeral art. Read more →

Mercado Central celebrates second prize in children's category at Alicante's Hogueras 2026

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 15:54:25 GMT

The Mercado Central hoguera experienced moments of great joy upon receiving second prize in the children's category at Hogueras 2026. Read more →

Foguerer Carolinas achieves third prize in the children's category at Hogueras 2026

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 15:50:22 GMT

The Foguerer Carolinas hoguera has secured a podium position in the children's category with a work by Miriam García, after finishing in seventh place last year. Read more →

Official Hoguera 2026 Faces Criticism: 'It's the Same Every Year'

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 15:40:57 GMT

Pedro Espadero's ninots for the 2026 Official Hoguera spark divided opinions amongst the Alicante public. Read more →

UMH in Elche drives innovative healthcare and biotechnology projects at its Start-up Marathon

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 11:59:13 GMT

The 15th Start-up Creation Marathon at Miguel Hernández University recognises projects including an early Parkinson's detection kit and biotechnology platforms. Read more →

Best photos from Saturday 20th June's mascletà in Alicante

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 11:40:38 GMT

Photo gallery of the mascletà held this Saturday at the Hogueras de San Juan in Alicante. Read more →

Fogueres de Sant Joan launches 'Amics del Doctor' project to debate the festival

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 11:02:11 GMT

The Hogueras de San Juan festival in Alicante is launching a new debate forum called 'Amics del Doctor' which will begin in September. Read more →

Special bus routes and changes to services for Hogueras de San Juan in Alicante

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 07:00:00 GMT

During Hogueras de San Juan in Alicante there will be special and night bus routes, along with modifications to urban and interurban services to facilitate access to the monuments. Read more →

The CHS receives recognition from the King for its centenary

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 06:58:39 GMT

The Confederación Hidrográfica del Segura has been recognised by King Felipe VI upon reaching one hundred years since its creation. Read more →

Santa Pola to have a mostly cloudy Saturday with high clouds

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 03:23:56 GMT

Santa Pola will experience a day today, 20th June, dominated by high clouds that will cover the sky for most of the day. Read more →

Weather in Alicante today, Saturday 20th June: clear skies and pleasant temperatures

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 02:06:48 GMT

Alicante will enjoy mostly clear skies and pleasant temperatures this Saturday 20th June, ideal for outdoor activities. Read more →

Vilau, Casado and Cuartero carried shoulder-high in brilliant opening of Hogueras de Alicante

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 01:51:54 GMT

The pyrotechnic companies Vilau, Casado and Cuartero triumphed at the inauguration of the Hogueras de San Juan in Alicante, being carried shoulder-high after their spectacular displays. Read more →

Conservatorio de Elche: renovation of current centre and partial relocation to Jayton as short-term solution

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 20:53:08 GMT

After years of demands and broken promises for a new building, the Conservatorio Profesional de Música de Elche will have a temporary solution with renovations and partial relocation. Read more →

Aagesen confirms imminent start of Tajo-Segura Transfer reform without specifying dates

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 20:47:09 GMT

The minister announces that the reform of the Transfer will begin in the coming weeks, although without establishing concrete deadlines. Read more →

What makes a mascletà a perfect 10? Opinions from Racó de Información TV

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 19:55:11 GMT

During the Hogueras de Alicante, experts and enthusiasts debate which elements turn a mascletà into a memorable event. Read more →

Elche bans bonfires and street drinking on its beaches during the night of San Juan

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 19:51:40 GMT

Elche Council establishes restrictions for the celebration of San Juan on its beaches, banning bonfires and alcohol consumption. Read more →

Enercoop to invest 12.5 million euros by 2030 in its new strategic plan

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 15:53:33 GMT

The electricity cooperative from Crevillent will allocate 12.5 million euros over the next five years for modernisation and expansion of services. Read more →

Javier Fesser returns his prize from Elche Film Festival to the organising body

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 15:45:56 GMT

Filmmaker Javier Fesser has donated the prize he received from the Elche International Independent Film Festival to Fundación Mediterráneo, the event's organiser. Read more →

High prices reduce cash property purchases in Alicante

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 15:25:54 GMT

The elevated cost of properties has led to a significant reduction in the number of homes being purchased outright in the province of Alicante. Read more →

Alicante Students Excel in Spanish and History but Fail Valencian in University Entrance Exams

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 15:23:11 GMT

Students from the province achieve the best results in the Comunitat Valenciana in Spanish and History, but once again struggle with Valencian in the university entrance exams. Read more →

Promised car park for Hogueras de Alicante in Alicante delayed due to last-minute problems

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 11:52:08 GMT

The Conselleria de Transportes continues working on the facilities of the car park planned for the festivities, facing unexpected setbacks. Read more →

Shopping centres in Alicante will be able to open on Sundays and almost all bank holidays

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 11:50:33 GMT

Shopping centres in the province of Alicante now have authorisation to open on Sundays and most bank holidays. Read more →

The Queen and Senior Ladies of the Cox fiestas to continue for another year

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 07:54:43 GMT

The court of honour of the Cox patron saint fiestas will remain in their positions for an additional year. Read more →

Driver who fled after Pedreguer crash was carrying doses of dangerous alpha drug

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 07:26:41 GMT

The driver who fled on foot after causing a crash on the AP-7 in Pedreguer on 11th June was reported for possession of alpha, a drug linked to deaths in Valencia. Read more →

Hogueras de Alicante 2026 monuments begin filling the streets

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 07:26:00 GMT

Just hours remain until the official start of Hogueras de Alicante 2026, with monuments beginning to be installed in the city's streets. Read more →

Weather in Alicante: forecast for today, Friday 19th June

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 02:21:25 GMT

Alicante will have mostly clear skies today, ideal for outdoor activities. Read more →

Benidorm hosts AVE Tourism Conference on flexible and hybrid management models

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 19:41:26 GMT

The thirteenth edition of the Tourism Conference organised by the Asociación Valenciana de Empresarios is being held in Benidorm, analysing success stories and trends in the tourism sector. Read more →

The Calvo Sotelo bonfire completes the crowning piece missing since 2004, 22 years later

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 19:33:35 GMT

The Calvo Sotelo bonfire installs the upper crowning piece that artist Pedro Soriano was unable to place in 2004 due to technical problems. Read more →

Compromís presents critical bonfire about Les Naus project in Alicante

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 19:32:19 GMT

The Compromís coalition has presented its bonfire for the Hogueras de San Juan with criticism of the Les Naus urban development project. Read more →

Seaside hiking route in Alicante ideal for hot days with cove swim included

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:47:21 GMT

A coastal route in the province offers the chance to walk near the sea and cool off in a paradise cove, perfect for summer. Read more →

San Vicente claims one million euros from company that left velodrome with defects

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:55:50 GMT

The Council of San Vicente del Raspeig is demanding nearly one million euros from the construction company responsible for damage to the municipal velodrome. Read more →

The children's Official Hoguera is now on display at Alicante Town Hall square

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 07:55:27 GMT

Alicante Town Hall square welcomes one of the stars of the Hogueras de San Juan: the children's Official Hoguera. Read more →

The children's official Hoguera already stands tall in Alicante Town Hall square

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 07:54:27 GMT

The official children's monument of the Hogueras has been installed in the centre of Alicante, marking one of the first milestones of the San Juan festivities. Read more →

What the green lines on the sides of Spanish roads mean

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 07:52:52 GMT

The green lines painted on the verges of some Spanish roads are visual warning signals to promote more cautious driving, without modifying traffic regulations. Read more →

Weather forecast in Santa Pola for today, Thursday 18th June

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 03:31:47 GMT

Santa Pola will enjoy a mostly clear Thursday with clear skies for most of the day. Read more →

19 restaurants compete in the 16th Benidorm Tapas and Pinchos Competition

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 15:55:26 GMT

The gastronomic competition, which begins this Friday and runs until 28th June, is part of the 'Benidorm Gastronómico 2026' programme. Read more →

The Arribada del Foc inaugurates the Fogueres de Sant Joan on Wednesday from El Corte Inglés

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 15:48:31 GMT

On Wednesday 17th June at 11:30 pm, the traditional Arribada del Foc will begin from El Corte Inglés, marking the official start of the Fogueres de Sant Joan in Alicante. Read more →

Colegio San José de Carolinas ends the school year with the cremà of its school hoguera 'Latidos'

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 15:48:28 GMT

The Alicante educational centre celebrated the burning of its hoguera monument created by pupils and teachers as a tribute to the festivities. Read more →