Whats on

September is widely considered the single best month of the year on the Costa Blanca. The overwhelming peak-summer crowds begin to thin out, leaving warm weather, manageable roads, and an energetic calendar of traditional festivals, harvest activities, and outdoor living. Weather & AtmosphereTemperatures: Highs average 26°C–28°C (79°F–82°F) during the day, dropping to a comfortable 18°C–20°C at night. The oppressive humidity of July and August fades, making outdoor activity far more pleasant. Sea Temperature: The Mediterranean reaches its annual peak warmth in late summer (~25°C–26°C), making September ideal for swimming, snorkeling, and watersports without the packed beaches. Crowds & Vibe: As schools reopen across Europe, the heavy tourist traffic eases significantly. Coastal towns (such as Jávea, Dénia, Calpe, Altea, and Benidorm) transition into a more relaxed, authentic pace. Major Fiestas & Cultural EventsSeptember is prime season for traditional local fiestas across the Alicante province:Moors and Christians (Moros y Cristianos):Santa Pola (Late Aug – Sept 8): Features historic castle mock battles, harbor landings, colorful parades, and massive fireworks displays. Mutxamel (Sept 9–12): Famous for its dramatic Entrada parade with elaborate costumes, brass bands, and gunpowder displays.Ibi (Mid-September): Nine days after the first Wednesday in September, featuring 14 distinct festive groups, street parades, and blunderbuss gun salutes. Patron Saint & Town Fiestas:Jávea / Xàbia (Mare de Déu de Loreto, through Sept 8): Celebrates the patron saint of the sea with processions, music, fireworks over Jávea Bay, and fresh seafood stalls at the port (baret). Calpe (Romería Virgen del Rocío & Virgen de la Merced): Local pilgrimages, street gatherings, and cultural events throughout the middle of the month.Wine Harvest & Inland ExplorationGrape Harvest (La Vendimia): September marks the grape harvest in the inland wine regions like the Vall de Pop, Jalón (Xaló), Pinoso, and Teulada. Vineyards host harvest tours, wine tastings (notably local Moscatel and Fondillón), and artisan food pop-ups. Hiking & Nature: Cooler afternoon conditions open up the region's famous trails—including the Montgó Massif in Jávea/Dénia, the Sierra de Bernia ridge, and the pink salt lagoon nature reserve in Torrevieja (Las Salinas).