The Calp Town Hall will hold the next July 21thCoinciding with Belgium Day, a new edition of Calp Drumt, the international drumming festival, returns this summer with significant new features and the aim of establishing itself as one of the most unique cultural events on the Costa Blanca. The event will change location to improve organization and integrate local businesses and restaurants, reinforcing the European and multicultural character of the event.
New location and international growth
Following the success of the first edition, Calp Drumt 2026 It will take another step in its growth with a new location on Avenida Europa. This space will allow for improved event organization and more direct integration with the area's commercial and hospitality businesses.
This choice reinforces the European and multicultural character of a proposal that promotes coexistence between residents and visitors through the The musicThe new edition will feature the participation of approximately 75 drummers of different nationalities.
Details of the 2026 edition
The participants will once again play together in an event open to a wide range of people, from amateurs to experienced musicians. The City Council maintains the inclusive nature of the event, and participation will continue to be completely free for registered individuals.
Among this year's main new features is the addition of a greater musical and audiovisual component. The event will include performances by two Belgian groups, MG Brothers and Planet One, who will act as opening acts and expand the day's artistic program.
Audiovisual and cultural projection
During the development of Calp Drumt 2026 An official music video will be filmed, using various locations throughout the municipality as sets. This will help strengthen Calp's international profile as a cultural destination and a location for audiovisual productions.
The organizers also plan to install a large-format LED screen, which will allow the show to be followed live and enhance the audience experience. This technical upgrade reflects the city's commitment to further professionalizing an event that aspires to become a leading annual gathering.
The Calp Drumt celebration on Belgium Day also holds special significance for the municipality, as the Belgian community is one of the largest among the foreign residents of Calp. In this regard, the participation of Belgian establishments in the area and the planned collaboration with the hospitality businesses on Avenida Europa will contribute to creating an atmosphere of conviviality and cultural exchange centered around music.
Those interested in participating as drummers should send their confirmation to the email address radiocalp@ajcalp.esIn the email, please include your full name, nationality, and t-shirt size. No professional level is required, as the call is open to anyone interested in percussion.
