A look at what interesting events await residents and visitors of Torrevieja, as well as nearby towns in the province of Alicante, at the end of this week.
June 18–21. Quirós Circus tour
Until June 21, the Quirós Circus, whose history spans more than 100 years, is touring in Torrevieja next to the Habaneras shopping center. The circus has arrived with a new program, «Tributo a las Guerreras K-Pop», which includes performances by acrobats, equilibrists, motorcyclists, magicians and other artists. Performances take place in an air-conditioned venue, ensuring spectators’ comfort and allowing them to enjoy the show in a pleasant atmosphere regardless of weather conditions.
Starts at 19:00 (Friday), 17:30 and 20:00 (Saturday), 12:00 and 19:00 (Sunday), tickets from 12 euros.
June 18–21. Trip to Tabarca Island
Every day, from the ports of Torrevieja, Santa Pola or Alicante, visitors can take a boat to Tabarca Island – the largest and only inhabited island in the Valencian Community. Travelers can enjoy underwater views, discover rich marine biodiversity, try dishes in local restaurants and visit historical monuments. The boat has capacity for 250 passengers, including people with disabilities and pets, and passengers may bring food and drinks on board.
Departures – from 9:30 to 18:45, returns – from 10:30 to 19:30, ticket prices from Torrevieja – 27 euros for adults and 19 euros for children.
June 19. Gastronomic festival «Torrevieja y el Mar 2026»
The Association of Hospitality and Restaurant Businesses of Torrevieja and the surrounding area (AEHTC) has officially presented the new edition of the gastronomic festival «Torrevieja y el Mar 2026» – an initiative that highlights the importance of Mediterranean cuisine, maritime traditions and local products as driving forces of the city’s tourism and economy. Following the success of the previous event, the gastronomic days are once again taking place in June on Fridays with the participation of the following partner restaurants:
- June 19: «Luz de Mar» restaurant;
- June 26: «La Mar de Bien» restaurant.
The menu price is 70 euros per person.
June 19. Friday market in Torrevieja
Every Friday, the street market of Torrevieja operates in Parque Antonio Soria – one of the largest small-business centers in the Vega Baja region. On an area of 82,000 sq.m., up to 700 stalls and sales points offer food products, clothing, footwear, accessories and other goods at affordable prices compared with large supermarket chains. The Torrevieja market offers many conveniences – such as free parking, public toilets and a taxi rank. Every 20 minutes from 8:00 to 14:00, a bus runs that is accessible for people with reduced mobility or wheelchair users.
From Friday to Sunday, starting at 19:30, an amusement and games park for all ages is open here.
June 19. Play «La Ópera de los Tres Centavos»
The play «La Ópera de los Tres Centavos» («The Threepenny Opera»), based on the play of the same name by Bertolt Brecht, will be presented on the stage of the Municipal Theatre of Torrevieja. With a grotesque staging, cynical characters and music that neutralizes any attempt at sentimentality, this version of «The Threepenny Opera» immerses the audience in a world where everyone plays unfairly in order to win, and where black humor is the only weapon against despair.
Starts at 21:00, tickets from 25 euros.
June 21. Children’s play «How the Smurfs Saved the Princess»
The experimental theatre El Faro, located in Torrevieja at Calle Antonio Ruiz Coves, 6, invites audiences to the final performance by the junior and middle groups of the «Teatroom» theatre studio, «How the Smurfs Saved the Princess». This kind musical fairy tale reminds viewers that true friendship can overcome any difficulty, while laughter, love and the support of loved ones always defeat evil.
Starts at 18:00, tickets cost 15 euros.
