Easter Market & Activities (April)

The programme includes a wide range of activities designed to appeal to visitors of all ages, creating a lively and welcoming atmosphere throughout the streets and squares of the old town.

The festivities begin on Friday, 3 April, when participants in the traditional Stations of the Cross procession will be offered hot chocolate before the fair is officially opened. Later in the day, live music and a multidisciplinary performance will take place in Plaça de l’Església, marking the start of the celebrations.

Across the weekend, the fair will feature street performances, travelling entertainment, workshops and demonstrations, along with traditional music and dance. Activities will be organised for both children and adults, encouraging visitors to take part and experience local culture first-hand.

Local producers will also be present, offering a variety of regional foods including vegetables, honey, cured meats, olive oil, wine and homemade preserves, giving visitors the opportunity to discover and taste products from the surrounding area. 

With its mix of crafts, gastronomy and cultural activities, the Easter Craft Fair continues to be one of Xàbia’s most popular seasonal events, attracting both residents and visitors to the historic heart of the town.

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Javea Easter Market

The traditional crafts fair and market takes place every Easter in Javea/Xàbia. The market is one of the oldest in the Valencian Community and each year features 65 stands with handcrafted food, decorations, soap, textiles and leather, sweets, games, chocolates & clothes.

Come along to enjoy musical performances and dances linked to traditional and folk music, storytelling, workshops for kids and adults, and much more.

Friday - 3 April

12:30 – Performance “Un viatge, un so, mil emocions” with Colla Xirimitab’s, Cor Ars Nova and Grup de Ball Endanza in Plaça de l’Església.

18:00 – Street entertainment by Ausaes Bugaes throughout the fairgrounds.

08:30 – Traditional chocolatada with mona for participants in the Via Crucis at the Xàbia Municipal Market, organised in collaboration with the Ajuntament de Xàbia.

12:00 – Official opening of the fair, accompanied by music from Colla Xirimitab’s.

Saturday 4 April

10:00–20:00 – Fireta de Productes Agrícoles de Proximitat, a local produce market featuring fruit, vegetables, olive oil, wine, honey and homemade jams, around Plaça de l’Església.

11:00 – Children’s workshop: making and decorating an Easter bunny, held within the local produce market area. Maximum 12 children aged 5–10. Booking via WhatsApp: 667 690 785.

12:30 – Adult workshop: creating solid candle-based air fresheners, also within the local produce market area. Maximum 10 participants aged 15 and over. Booking via WhatsApp: 667 690 785.

From 18:00 – “Mostra de Balls i Cançons de La Marina”, featuring Grup de Danses Portitxol, in Plaça de l’Església.

Monday, 6 April

10:00–20:00 – Fireta de Productes Agrícoles de Proximitat, a local produce market featuring fruit, vegetables, olive oil, wine, honey and homemade jams, around Plaça de l’Església.

11:00 – Children’s workshop: making and decorating an Easter bunny, held within the local produce market area. Maximum 12 children aged 5–10. Booking via WhatsApp: 667 690 785.

12:30 – Adult workshop: creating solid candle-based air fresheners, also within the local produce market area. Maximum 10 participants aged 15 and over. Booking via WhatsApp: 667 690 785.

From 18:00 – “Mostra de Balls i Cançons de La Marina”, featuring Grup de Danses Portitxol, in Plaça de l’Església.

In addition, the Soler Blasco Museum, located in the historic center of Xàbia will remain open Thursday to Sunday from 10: 00 to 13:30 hours.