Benidorm Gastronomy Events 2026

Since 2010, Benidorm has become the epicentre of flavour every year, offering a full agenda of gastronomic events that bring the best of local cuisine to the public with creative proposals at irresistible prices.
In 2026, Benidorm Gastronómico strengthens its calendar with six must-visit events running from late February through November.

🍽️ A Journey Through the Flavours of Benidorm

Benidorm Gastronómico is a unique opportunity to discover the essence of the city's most authentic cuisine. Dishes with spoon, tuna, tapas, skewers, cocktails, rice, and traditional recipes take centre stage in a series of events that blend tradition, innovation, and local produce — an invitation to savour Benidorm one bite at a time.

📍 Featured Events in 2026

🔹 🥄 14th Spoon Dishes Week – From 27 February to 8 March
🔹 🐟 6th Tuna Gastronomic Week – From 17 to 26 April
🔹 🍢 16th Tapas & Skewers Contest – From 19 to 28 June
🔹 🍸 5th Cocktail Contest – From 11 to 20 September
🔹 🍚 15th Rice Dishes of the Land Week – From 16 to 25 October
🔹 🍲 2nd ‘Menjars del Nostre Poble’ Week – From 26 to 29 November

This final event, focused on the most traditional and rooted cuisine, reinforces Benidorm Gastronómico’s commitment to heritage cooking and extends the culinary programme to the end of the year.

🌟 Taste Benidorm like never before and discover why its cuisine is one of the city’s great year-round attractions. A must for food lovers!