Benidorm November Fiestas
The Fiestas Mayores Patronales are Benidorm's biggest local celebration, held in early November in honour of the town's patrons, the Virgen del Sufragio and Sant Jaume. The tradition goes back to 1740, when an image of the Virgin was found aboard an abandoned, burning ship that washed up on the shore.
It is the busiest single day of the year in the British bars.
Dates
| Year | Dates | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 6 November 2026 – 11 November 2026 | Confirmed |
| 2027 | 5 November 2027 – 10 November 2027 | Expected |
What happens, day by day
Opening weekend
Midweek
Thursday — Fancy Dress Party
Costumes from early afternoon, with the biggest crowds around Calle Gerona, the Square and the Rincón bars.
Closing days
Where
Religious events in the Old Town around the church of Sant Jaume i Santa Anna; the fancy dress day spreads across the Rincón de Loix and New Town.
Old Town, Levante and the Rincón de Loix — Town-wide, Benidorm
Cost
All public events are free.
Where to stay nearby
Fancy dress week is the busiest week of the autumn — book early. Rincón de Loix puts you in the middle of the costumes; the Old Town is best for the processions.
What's on in the bars that week
Shows listed for 6 November 2026 – 11 November 2026:
Bar line-ups for these dates haven't been published yet. They appear here automatically as venues list them.
Benidorm November Fiestas — FAQs
When is Benidorm Fancy Dress Day 2026?
On the Thursday of fiesta week.
What are the Benidorm November fiestas?
The Fiestas Mayores Patronales honour the Virgen del Sufragio and Sant Jaume, with processions, fireworks and peña celebrations.
Do I need tickets?
No — all the fiesta events and the fancy dress day are free.
Where is the fancy dress party?
There is no single venue; the whole Rincón de Loix and New Town turn into one big party.
Are the bars open all week?
Yes, and many run extended shows throughout fiesta week.
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Last updated 9 October 2026 by the onbenidorm team.