A Legendary Celebration Returns
La Nucía is preparing once again to host one of Spain’s most iconic beer festivals: Oktoberfest La Nucía 2026. From October 1st to 11th, the Parking Estadi Olímpic Camilo Cano will transform into a Bavarian-style party ground, where tradition, music, and good beer meet under the Costa Blanca sun.
The Oktoberfest La Nucía has become a must-attend event for both locals and international visitors. It is widely recognized as the most authentic and longest-running beer celebration in Spain. Admission is free, and visitors are promised live music, lively entertainment, and the unmistakable atmosphere of Munich’s original Oktoberfest—right in the heart of Alicante province, where tradition meets Mediterranean Spirit
The Program Highlights 2026
• Thursday, October 1st: The festival kicks off at 19:30 with the ceremonial tapping of the first beer barrel by the Mayor of La Nucía, followed by the farewell of the previous year's Festival Queen and the coronation of this year's Queen.
• Friday, October 2nd: A night of fun with The Steinsberger, performing international hits and traditional tunes, plus a special tribute block dedicated to Tina Turner, Joe Cocker, and Milli Vanilli.
• Saturday, October 3rd: The famous cheer “Zicke zacke, hoi hoi hoi!” will set the tone for a beer-fueled evening with the Steinsberger and Nicole.
• Sunday, October 4th: Starting at 10:00, THUNDERDAY, a special event for all motorbike fans. From 18:00, the best Oktoberfest songs from the past 20 years.
• Monday, October 5th: Closed – day of rest.
• Tuesday, October 6th: A disco-themed event featuring the greatest hits of the 1980s and 1990s with the Steinsberger and Nicole.
• Wednesday, October 7th: Traditional Oktoberfest evening with “oldies but goldies” with the Steinsberger.
• Thursday, October 8th: The most popular hits from the last 20 years.
• Friday October 9th: As from 12:00 Bavarian lunch with traditional music and sausage.
• Saturday October 10th: “Zicke zacke, hoi hoi hoi, with great music.
• Sunday October 11th: From 18:00 hours Grand Oktoberfest Party in the evening, once again led by Anjuschka and Steinsberger.
Oktoberfest La Nucía is more than just a festival—it is a tradition that has managed to merge German beer culture with Spanish hospitality. Over nearly four decades, it has grown into the largest beer party on the Costa Blanca, attracting thousands who come for the atmosphere, music, and of course, the endless flow of beer.
So raise your stein, join the chorus of “Ein Prosit!”, and celebrate the legendary Oktoberfest La Nucía 2026.
