Santa Barbara Castle Fireworks Nights: Alicante’s San Juan Celebration

Spectacular sunset at Santa Barbara castle

Santa Barbara Castle in Alicante becomes the stage for a festive countdown that blends fire, music, and sea breezes. The San Juan festival marks the moment when bonfires glow along the coast, inviting celebrations that spill into the night. This year, the second edition of Fireworks Nights at Santa Barbara Castle invites locals and visitors to a curated experience perched above the bay, with Cocó beach as a backdrop for intimate displays and shared memories. Baluarte de la Reina will transform into a vibrant gastronomy and music terrace from Sunday 25 June through Thursday 29 June, designed to be enjoyed as the San Juan finale winds down.

The venue offers an exceptionally privileged view, pairing fireworks with a private vantage that enhances the sensory celebration. The previous edition drew strong praise from Alicante residents, and tickets are now available to secure a place for this special event. The setting promises an unforgettable closeness to the sky as sparks rise over the water, while the castle grounds provide a unique, elevated ambiance for spectators seeking something beyond the standard vantage point.

Summer afternoons are a treat at Santa Bárbara castle

Dinner and music with a view of the bay

Attendees will enjoy a relaxed evening with music from a DJ while dining al fresco. The setup offers two dining configurations: high-standing tables suitable for two to four people, and larger stone tables for groups of eight. Reservations are required for full-table bookings. The environment blends seascape and skyline with a 360º panorama of the bay, where the fireworks will be launched, creating a truly immersive experience.

Calendar:

21:00 Welcome drink.

21:30 Dinner begins.

00:00 Fireworks begin.

Menu:

Welcome Snack: Potato chips, Spicy olives, Various mini colas

On the table:

• Russian salad with crispy seafood and anchovies
• Cheeses arranged with nuts, quince, and hazelnuts
• Pinoso sausages assortment including chorizo and traditional varieties
• Salmorejo with crispy ham
• Foie Strudel with goose mousse and fig confit
• Battered shrimp skewers with sweet chili sauce
• Ham croquettes with Iberian mayonnaise
• Beef mini burgers

Sweet:

• Cream cheesecake with berry sauce
• Assorted chocolates

Beverages include water, soft drinks, Alicante wines, and a selection of local Mahou beers.

Attendees will enjoy an al fresco dinner animated by a DJ.

Programming Fireworks Castles in Alicante 2023

• June 25: Pirotecnia Zarzoso, SL
• June 26: Ferrández Pyrotechnics, SL
• June 27: Coeters Dragon, SL
• June 28: Mediterranean Fireworks, SLU
• June 29: Pyrotechnics Pablo, SL

Events at Santa Bárbara Castle this summer

Wine tasting at Santa Bárbara castle while watching the sunset

Starting 21 June, the castle hosts weekly evenings through the summer at Baluarte de la Reina with tastings of craft beers and DO Alicante wines, in partnership with Alicante products. Reservations can be made for these tastings, offering a taste-focused complement to the fireworks and dining experiences.

City Council places Santa Bárbara Castle as a top monument in the Community

The castle stands as a standout landmark, drawing visitors who come for the views, the history, and the modern celebrations that take place on its terraces and ramparts. The combination of old stone, sea breeze, and contemporary festivities makes Santa Bárbara Castle a central attraction during the warm months.

How to get to the castle

Access options include included lift service with the experience, regular shuttle service with routes described on the castle’s website, and walking itineraries that begin in the Historic Center and pass La Ereta Park to offer panoramic city views. Vehicle unloading is allowed, but parking is not available inside the fortress. A taxi option is available through city services, and the descent can be made by elevator, taxi, or on foot without a dedicated shuttle service for the return.