Here is what residents and visitors of Torrevieja and nearby towns in Alicante province can enjoy at the end of this week.
3–6 September. Exhibition El oro y el universo. Saberes indígenas de Colombia
Until 2 May 2027, the Archaeological Museum of Alicante MARQ is hosting the major international exhibition El oro y el universo. Saberes indígenas de Colombia – Gold and the Universe. Indigenous Knowledge of Colombia.
Thanks to historic cooperation with the Gold Museum in Bogotá and the University of Cambridge, a unique collection of almost 300 sacred objects, masks and pectoral ornaments has arrived in Spain, completely changing the perception of the myth of El Dorado.
The exhibition includes 291 archaeological pieces specially selected for this display, including around 157 gold items, as well as works by contemporary indigenous peoples. Many of these exhibits are being shown in Spain for the first time.
Particular attention is drawn to hybrid beings – such as the famous bat-men or flying shamans. These objects are unique and exceptional not only because of their design and technical mastery, but also because of the important role they played in preserving the world.
Equally important are the ceramic and stone pieces, among which a wide variety of plant and animal figures stand out, some of which are now endangered because of the destruction of their ecosystems.
Opening hours: from 10:00 to 21:00, Tuesday to Saturday; from 10:00 to 14:00, on Sundays and public holidays. Tickets: 6 euros.
3–6 September. Virtual tour Egipto. Un crucero por el Nilo
After the success of Luna and Titanic – projects that have already sold hundreds of thousands of tickets in cities such as Madrid, Los Angeles, Melbourne, Dubai, Rome and Paris – it is time for a new major adventure in virtual reality.
A journey through Ancient Egypt, with impressive scenery and surprising challenges, is available until 14 October at Virtual Zone Alicante, Plaza de los Luceros, 17, Floor 1.
First session: 9:00. Last session: 22:00. Tickets: 26 euros. Places for each session are limited.
3–6 September. Trip to Tabarca Island
Every day, visitors can take a boat from the ports of Torrevieja, Santa Pola or Alicante to Tabarca Island – the largest and only inhabited island in the Valencian Community.
Travellers can enjoy underwater views, discover rich marine biodiversity, try local restaurants and visit historic monuments.
The boat has capacity for 250 passengers, including people with reduced mobility and pets. Passengers may bring food and drinks on board.
Departures: from 9:30 to 18:45. Returns: from 10:30 to 19:30. Tickets from Torrevieja: 27 euros for adults and 19 euros for children.
4 September. Slava Komissarenko comedy show
VB Spaces, located in Alicante at Avinguda d’Elx, 186, will host the famous Belarusian stand-up comedian Slava Komissarenko, known for his appearances in the programmes Smekh bez pravil and Comedy Battle.
As part of his European tour, he will present a programme made up of both new material and already popular routines that have gained millions of views on YouTube.
Start time: 19:00. Tickets: from 40 to 80 euros.
4 September. Friday market in Torrevieja
Every Friday, Parque Antonio Soria hosts Torrevieja’s street market – one of the largest small-business hubs in the Vega Baja area.
Across an area of 82,000 m², there are up to 700 stalls selling food, clothing, shoes, accessories and other goods at prices that are often lower than in large supermarket chains.
The Torrevieja market offers many facilities – including free parking, public toilets and a taxi rank. Every 20 minutes from 8:00 to 14:00, there is an accessible bus service for people with reduced mobility or wheelchair users.
From Friday to Sunday, starting at 19:30, the amusement and games area is open for all ages.
4–5 September. XI National Short Film Festival
The Municipal Theatre of Torrevieja will host the XI National Short Film Festival, which every year closes the city’s summer season with a carefully selected programme of small gems of Spanish cinema from the last two years.
All films are shown in Spanish with English subtitles.
Screenings start: 21:00. Admission: free with an invitation, which can be requested on the social media accounts @torreviejaaudiovisual, Instagram and Facebook, indicating name, surname and contact phone number.
5 September. Circus show Gran Circus Maximus
Every Saturday until 26 September, the themed circus show Gran Circus Maximus takes place in Villajoyosa at Partida Piletes, 26, dedicated to the most famous mass spectacle of Ancient Rome – gladiator fights.
In addition, the audience can enjoy a performance by one of Spain’s best groups specialising in working with horses.
Start time: 21:00. Tickets: 15.93 euros for children and 26.28 euros for adults. With dinner – 46.98 euros and 62.5 euros respectively.
