New Year’s Eve in Xàbia: A Day of Celebration for Everyone

New Year’s Eve in Xàbia is a celebration that unfolds from the lively midday gatherings to the festive stroke of midnight and beyond. Whether you’re drawn to traditional daytime events, cozy dinners by the sea, or vibrant local parties, there’s something for everyone. This article aims to provide details of the many events taking place throughout the day and night. It is not a complete list, as the information has been gathered from social media and local websites, and we’ll be updating it over the next 24 hours to capture even more of what Xàbia has to offer.

12:00 – Las Campanadas (The Bells)

The first event of the day, weather permitting, has become a beloved local tradition over the past few years. At midday, the people of Xàbia gather in the church square at the heart of the historic centre to celebrate the New Year as it arrives on the other side of the world. It’s a chance for those unlikely to make it to midnight to mark the occasion with family and friends. A DJ provides lively music, bouncy castles keep the youngsters entertained, and a small bar caters to parents keeping a watchful eye on their energetic offspring. When the bells chime at midday, those lucky enough to have secured a bag of orange slices join their families in eating one with every strike, echoing the more famous midnight tradition. The party continues for a while afterwards before everyone drifts off to enjoy a leisurely lunch.

And what makes a midday trip up to the historic centre extra special is that the party atmosphere spreads in all directions from its heart. The indoor market becomes another hub for meeting for a drink or two, grabbing a few snacks with family and friends, and even picking up those last-minute ingredients for the evening’s meal. Just be sure to get there early if you want to secure a seat as it fills up fast and gets very, very busy.

After Lunch – The Tardeos

After lunch, several bars and restaurants tuck away their tables and chairs to make room for the next round of festivities: the “tardeo.” This late-afternoon and early-evening tradition, beloved along Spain’s eastern coast, gives everyone a chance to warm up for the night ahead. It’s essentially a mini‑fiesta, fueled by beer, generous cubatas (mixed drinks) and shots, where laughter flows as freely as the drinks and the music sets the perfect social buzz. Think of it as a rehearsal for the evening’s main event with a lot of cheer and a little bit of mischief. Here’s a list of some of the special tardeos happening in Xàbia this year.

• 15:00-19:00 – Jim Shearer @ La Sucreria de la Plaça, Plaça de la Iglésia, Pueblo.
• 16:00-20:00 – Live DJ (Remember & Música del Momento) @ El Convent, Ronda Colon, Pueblo.
• 16:00-19:30 – DJ Marc Holtman @ La Terreta, Avenida dels Tamarits, L’Arenal.
• 16:00-20:00 – DJ Kikodelik @ Triskel, Carrer Sor Maria Gallard, Pueblo.
• 17:00-22:00 – DJ Alberto S @ Malabrasa, Calle Sanchis Guarner, Pueblo.
• 18:30-20:30 – Batisjaus @ Desnivell, Calle Cronista Mosen Ferrer, Pueblo

Counting Down – The Parties

As the sun dips below the horizon for the last time in 2025, the final notes of the tardeo’s greatest dance hits fade away, drifting off with patrons as they make their way home to freshen up, catch their breath, and prepare to welcome the New Year in style. While many of Xàbia’s restaurants roll out special menus to mark the occasion (and many of them are already fully booked), there’s no shortage of other celebrations around town, ensuring that everyone can find their perfect way to ring in 2026. Below, we’ve highlighted several of the special parties taking place this year, because why should the fun stop when the sun goes down?

• The Pub in the Park, Jávea Park, L’Arenal
• 18:00 – The Auld Dubliner, Avenida del Pla, L’Arenal (Free Entry)
• 19:00 – Canela Café-Bar, Avenida del Pla, L’Arenal (Free Entry)
• 20:00 – Kawana, Calle Cannes, L’Arenal (Entry: 15 euros)