Summer in Alicante

Alicante, Spain is a city full of activities and festivities to brighten your summer vacation.  Visit Alicante to enjoy the beautiful weather and natural scenery, delicious traditional Spanish cuisine and the fantastic historical architecture, and take in a few summer parties during your stay as well.  Reserve a [car hire in Alicante][3] to get around to the best revelry of the city.

Hogueras de San Juan

In English this celebration translates to the Bonfires of Saint John, and it is the traditional kick off to the summer celebrations in Alicante.  Held on the nights of June 24 and 25, St John's night is a celebration commemorating the arrival of summer with bonfires and music.  There are parades, music, bullfights, dance performances, as well as a multitude of activities leading up to the bonfire nights from June 20 to 24 that make this time in June one of the best to experience the culture of Alicante.

Virgen del Carmen

Come celebrate the gifts of the Virgin with the people of Alicante on July 16th.  On this day the fishermen embellish their boats in honour of the Virgin.  Later, on August 5th, is the celebration of the Virgen del Remedio, the matron saint of Alicante.  It is complete with a parade through the streets featuring an old choral concert and the Port Summer Festival.

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