⚽ Sport & Active in Spain
For active visitors, the Spanish summer offers more than just the beach. Sailing regattas like Palma's Copa del Rey, open-water swims, coastal running races, cycling events and watersports competitions dot the calendar, while the calm Mar Menor lagoon and the islands are made for getting out on the water. Whether you want to take part or just watch, here's what's on in sport and the outdoors while you're visiting.
Sport & Active
⭐ Local Gem
🇬🇧 English-friendly
Free
Valencian Pilota Street Finals - Diputacio d'Alacant Trophy
The finals of the traditional Valencian street ball game (pilota valenciana) are played out on
21 Jun 2026
· Mutxamel
Great for visitors
Sport & Active
⭐ Local Gem
🇬🇧 English-friendly
Free
Med Beach Volley Tournament
A weekend of beach volleyball on Peñíscola's North Beach, with roughly 270 matches across 2x2 a
27 Jun–28 Jun 2026
· Peñíscola
Great for visitors
Good for expats
Sport & Active
Free
Copa de la Mediterrania Open Water Swim (23rd Edition)
Moncofa hosts the closing race of the provincial open water swimming series, drawing over 300 s
15 Aug 2026
· Moncofa
Great for visitors
Good for expats