Benidorm really is an all-singing, all-dancing destination, so if you’re looking for some events to add to your calendar, you’ll be spoilt for choice. We’ve selected some of the best events in Benidorm that we think are well worth a visit:

• Carnival (February) - a colourful parade that begins on the Saturday before Ash Wednesday and ends on Shrove Tuesday, where the streets come alive with dancing, music and vibrant costumes

• St Patrick’s Day (March) - this might not be a traditional Spanish holiday, but the people of Benidorm fully embrace this celebration with street parties and club nights

• Elvis Festival (April) - Calling all Elvis fans, this event features a series of themed shows, Elvis tribute acts and showbands

• Corpus Christi (June) - a feast day that celebrates the region’s Christian heritage, with colourful parades, horses, fairgrounds and late-night celebrations

• St Jaime Fiesta (July) - this festival celebrates the Patron Saint of Benidorm - St Jaime - with evening festivities and fireworks

• Low Festival (July-August) - this three-day event is where music lovers unite to celebrate rock and indie beats with live stage performances

• Benidorm Pride (September) - celebrate all things LGBTQ+ as the city comes to life with explosive colour, parades, singing and dancing

• Fiesta Week (November) - this is where a week of Patron Saint festivities take place, with live music, dancing, sports, parades and a firework finale
  

Karaoke bars, cabaret nights, cosy pubs and banging clubs - Benidorm nightlife has it all. So where will it be? Check out our top Benidorm nightlife spots below:

• KM Disco & Dance Club, Avenida de la Comunidad Valenciana - this lively venue is the go-to place for drinking, dancing and clubbing all night long.

• Penelope Disco Beach Club, Avenida de Alcoy - serving up live music, international DJs and a variety of acts, this beach club has it all.

• Disco Bahamas, Avenida de Mallorca - home to an outdoor terrace, three bars and international DJs playing the best beats, from House and Hip-Hop to Dance and R&B.

• Secret Fountain Roof Bar Garden, Avenida de Mallorca - a hidden gem offering tempting cocktails and live entertainment in a rooftop location.

• Voices Benidorm, Levante - a professional karaoke bar serving up great cocktails and great fun.
  
  

From traditional tapas bars to cheerful cafés, Benidorm has plenty of options when it comes to dining. Whether you’re excited to dive into some Spanish flavours or you’re craving something a little closer to home, we’ve compiled some of the best Benidorm dishes that we think you’ll love:

• Seafood (in all forms) - Benidorm is a coastal city, so it’s the perfect opportunity to sample a variety of fresh fish.

• Coca Farcida - a savoury pie filled with tomatoes and tuna - perfect for an on-the-go snack.

• Paella - you can’t go wrong with this Spanish rice dish, often topped with chicken, seafood or vegetables.

• Sweet potato cakes - pastry stuffed with sweet potato, sugar and cinnamon.

• San Blas bun - a sweet bun made with almonds and cinnamon.

Looking for places to eat in Benidorm? Check out these top dining spots:

• La Cava Aragonesa, Old Town - a buzzing bar serving a variety of tasty tapas dishes.

• Oliver’s Bar, Old Town - a traditional British pub with an outdoor terrace serving well-known British drinks on tap.

• Tapas Alley, Old Town - if you can’t decide where to eat, this restaurant-lined street is a must-visit hotspot for traditional tapas.

• Localolita Street Food, Playa de Poniente - an American street food restaurant close to the beach.