Altea fireworks: the Castell de l'Olla

Don’t miss El Castell de l’Olla in Altea! One of the most anticipated events on the Costa Blanca! In August, it’s celebrated just 7 km from camping Armanello El Castell de l’Olla (The Castle of the Pot), an exceptional pyrotechnic and music spectacle.

For forty years, on the Saturday closest to the feast of Saint Lawrence (10 August), Altea has put on a fireworks display launched solely from the sea. It has often been described as the most spectacular fireworks castle in the Mediterranean.

Castell de l'Olla in Altea 2026: the 40th anniversary edition

When?

Saturday 8 August 2026 (edition already held). The next one is expected to be on the Saturday closest to Saint Lawrence, that is, Saturday 7 August 2027; the date is confirmed every year on the Altea Cultural website.

Start time and duration?

It begins at 11:59 PM on Saturday night and lasts approximately 20 minutes.

Where?

The best place to see it is from La Olla Beach, in front of the Villa Gadea gardens, or from any boat.

How to get there?

Due to the multitude of people (around 40,000) who want to enjoy this wonderful night, we recommend accessing via public transport. For this, the Tram – Alicante Tramway, has a special extended schedule that you can find on their website www.tramalicante.es. The stop that is 600 meters from the campsite is Disco Benidorm.

Where to dine?

It’s very common for restaurants, bars, and beach bars in the area to prepare special menus to celebrate this popular festival, but remember that it’s practically mandatory to make a reservation in advance. You can also opt to go in the afternoon and dine on the beach. We hope you enjoy it!