Alicante experiences the election of Bellea del Foc 2026

The city of Alicante celebrates one of its most anticipated festive events, the election of its main representative for the year 2026.

Image of a stage with bright spotlights and a large screen during a festive event.
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Image of a stage with bright spotlights and a large screen during a festive event.

The city of Alicante is preparing to experience one of the most significant moments of its festivities, the election of the Bellea del Foc 2026, an event that brings together citizens in a night full of emotion and tradition.

This May 2, 2026, the attention of the Alicante capital is focused on the gala where the new representative of the Hogueras de San Juan will be designated. The election of the Bellea del Foc is an act of great cultural and social relevance for the city, marking the official start of the festive cycle.
The festive day has been preceded by other events in the city, such as the open doors on a Navy ship in the port of Alicante, which took place on the same day, and a landing in Santa Cruz, showing the vitality and constant activity of the locality.
In addition, the city has recalled historical events, such as bathers against ball hits in Postiguet 50 years ago, between April 27 and May 3, 1976, evidencing the rich history and anecdotes that are part of Alicante's collective memory.