🎭 Culture & Arts in Spain

Behind the beaches, Spain's coast is steeped in centuries of tradition, and summer is when much of it comes alive. Towns re-enact medieval battles between Moors and Christians, carry their patron saints through the streets in solemn processions, and stage historical pageants like Cartagena's Carthaginians and Romans. These are the events that show you a place's roots — colourful, heartfelt and often centuries old. Here's what's on in culture and tradition while you're here.

Culture & Arts
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8th Rodeo Film Fest – Short Film Festival

26 Aug–29 Aug 2026 · Rojales
Good for expats
Culture & Arts
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Aires de Telde: A Sky of Mandalas

12 Jun–29 Jun 2027 · Telde
Great for visitors
Culture & Arts
Free

Oscar Martin Young Theatre Showcase (28th Edition)

16 Jun–27 Jun 2027 · Elx/Elche
Good for expats
Culture & Arts
🇬🇧 English-friendly Free

Painting Exhibition: End-of-Course Show 2025-2026

19 Jun–26 Jun 2027 · Adeje
Great for visitors Good for expats
Culture & Arts
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Alart 2026 - Art Night in Alaró

20 Jun 2027 · Alaró
Great for visitors Good for expats
Culture & Arts
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III Open-Air Painting Contest of Motril

20 Jun 2027 · Motril
Great for visitors
Culture & Arts
🇬🇧 English-friendly Free

'A tot ritme' Dance Festival

21 Jun 2027 · Sant Andreu de Llavaneres
Great for visitors
Culture & Arts
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Les Ones - Street Dance Festival (6th Edition)

25 Jun–27 Jun 2027 · Benidorm
Great for visitors Good for expats
Culture & Arts
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FILMSCUNIT - Open-Air Short Film Festival (3rd edition)

27 Jun–28 Jun 2027 · Cunit
Great for visitors Good for expats
Culture & Arts
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Tribalia Dance Academy End-of-Year Show

27 Jun–28 Jun 2027 · la Vila Joiosa/Villajoyosa
Great for visitors
Culture & Arts
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Summer at the MACA 2026

29 Jun–24 Jul 2027 · Alacant/Alicante
Great for visitors Good for expats
Culture & Arts
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Poesia i + Festival (21st edition)

1 Jul–12 Jul 2027 · Caldes d'Estrac
Great for visitors Good for expats
Culture & Arts
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Art al Vent - Open-Air Textile Art on the Balconies

3 Jul–31 Jul 2027 · Gata de Gorgos
Great for visitors Good for expats