Events

The 2025 carnival in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria will be celebrated under the theme "The Olympics" (Las Olimpiadas), and it promises to bring back the nights of passionate fun and dancing on the streets of Las Palmas.

This weekend, Caleta de Fuste invites tourists and residents to enjoy two days of live music in Plaza de El Castillo, with beer-making demonstrations and fun games for adults.

This Saturday, October 5th, from 12:00 to 3:00 PM, the live music series Caleta es Música will come to a close with a performance by Zafiro World on the Avenida Marítima in Caleta de Fuste.

The Cotilleando Festival is a cultural and artistic event, where different disciplines such as Circus, Dance, Theater, Crafts and Music are mixed in various forms in the old town of the lovely village of El Cotillo.

Fañabé is getting ready to host its annual fiesta in honour Nuestra Señora del Campo and San Juan de Dios.

If you'll be in Fuerteventura at the end of October, don't miss the chance to participate in the International Blues Festival, which will last for a weekend.

The carnival in Maspalomas is usually celebrated three weekends before Easter that year, and it's a great time to visit the island if you like to party and dress up.

Besides the main carnival in Puerto de la Cruz, the city also hosts another big event which marks the end of summer with a big series of celebrations and it's known as Tenerife Summer Carnival.

La Quinta is getting ready to celebrate its fiesta in honour of La Virgen del Socorro, Santa Margarita, and Santa Lucía.

Mogán City Council has presented the program for the 7th Summer Mango and Avocado Fair that will take place in the municipality (Playa de Mogán) next Sunday, September 1, starting at 10:00 a.m.

Looking for great beer and a party atmosphere during your holiday? Look no further and come to this exciting event in Tenerife - Oktoberfest 2024 in Puerto de la Cruz, an event that the town has been celebrating since 1973.

The Summer Carnival in Caleta de Fuste, Fuerteventura, is a vibrant event that transforms the coastal town into a lively celebration of color, music, and community spirit.

On Saturday, August 24, 2024, the picturesque town of Los Cristianos will host the tenth edition of the Feria del Pescado (Fish Fair), a much-anticipated event organized by the Economic Promotion Department of the Arona Town Hall.

On Saturday, August 17th, Los Cristianos will come alive with the vibrant energy of young people as the town hosts its annual Día de la Juventud (Youth Day).

The Antigua City Council, through the Tourism Department, is bringing something fresh and fun to your Thursday afternoons!

Arrecife is the capital of Lanzarote and it's quite a busy town, where not many tourists venture during their holidays. But the carnival in Arrecife is a large and animated event, popular among locals and a great way to experience a night of fiesta among the island's residents.

Christmas in Lanzarote is a wonderful experience, with the island all decorated for the holidays and New Year's. So if you want to escape the cold and have a merry and sunny Christmas, Lanzarote might just be the perfect holiday destination for you.

Christmas in Fuerteventura is a unique experience, a mix of wonderful weather and mostly sunny days. And what's better than a sun tan in December? If you decide to spend your winter holiday here, you are lucky because there is nothing better than Christmas on the beach!

There will be parties and fireworks in most of the resorts and towns in Tenerife, so you can choose the most convenient one. Bars and restaurants also offer special dinners or parties, but you need to book in advance usually. The menus usually start at 100 Euros per person and go well up if you choose to book at a high-class restaurant.

Some people dream of a white Christmas... but not the people who are thinking of spending their holidays in Tenerife. They are dreaming of a warm and sunny Christmas and if you're reading this, you're probably one of them as well.

One of the first questions people ask when thinking of spending New Year's Eve in Lanzarote is: what weather can we expect? Do we need a cardigan or coat for the evenings?

Gran Canaria is a great party destination in Europe, especially during the winter months when the rest of continental Europe is fighting snow, low temperatures and gloomy days with no sunshine.

The City Council of San Sebastián de La Gomera usually organizes events throughout December dedicated to Christmas activities.

Get ready for a vibrant celebration in Costa de Antigua! From Thursday, July 25th to Sunday, July 28th, the streets will come alive with the festive beats of Batucada Sambuka each afternoon, setting the stage for a weekend packed with fun. Expect lively concerts, popular gatherings, and entertaining games for the whole family.

Martiánez Beach is set to host the Puerto de la Cruz World Beer Festival this weekend, running from July 19th to 21st. This much-anticipated event returns to the northern town, promising three days of vibrant music and culinary delights.

The City Council of San Bartolome is excited to present the 15th edition of the 'Mar en Calma' festival, which will take place this Saturday, July 13th.

Pájara will host once again the 2024 Windsurfing and Wingfoil World Championship, one of the leading sports events in Fuerteventura and the Canary Islands, which will take place on Playa La Barca (Sotavento), in Jandía, between July 25 and August 3.

The Cabildo de Fuerteventura has announced that in 2023 the festival Fuerteventura in Musica will be celebrated once again on La Concha beach (Cotillo).

Noche de San Juan, or the Night of Saint John, is a popular celebration in Spain that takes place on the evening of June 23rd, leading into the early hours of June 24th.

Maspalomas Costa Canaria Soul Festival is a unique type of event in all the Canary Islands, which is celebrated with a lot of "soul" on the beach in San Agustin, close to Maspalomas and Playa del Ingles.

Antigua City Council announced they will organize a Summer Market in Caleta de Fuste.

On September 8th, 2024 a new edition of BAIFO Extreme, the most spectacular and longest obstacle course Fuerteventura will take place in Tindaya.

The City Council of Pajara municipality announced each year the details regarding the events and activities planned for this holiday season in Pajara, Morro Jable, Costa Calma and La Lajita.

Playa Blanca is the southernmost resort in Lanzarote and probably the most laid back of all. The sunny climate, the beaches and the views make it a great place to spend the winter holidays, especially when back home it's cold and grey.

A holiday in Gran Canaria is probably your best bet for a sunny and warm Christmas, along with the rest of the Canary Islands, which have the best climate in Europe during winter.

For many people in Europe, the Christmas season is associated with low temperatures and snow, so for those who are looking to escape the bad weather back home, Caleta de Fuste might be the perfect getaway.

Christmas in Puerto del Carmen is very different from the usual holiday at home for most of us. You can still expect temperatures to be in their mid-20s °C and, so it will probably be a sunny holiday.

Get ready for an explosion of color and fun at the Fuerteventura Holi Color Festival! Organized by the La Oliva City Council and Club Indostánico de Fuerteventura, this event promises to be an unforgettable experience.

Wondering what to do in Gran Canaria in May? If you're looking for a new and interesting place to visit in Gran Canaria, why not plan a day trip to Gáldar, a town located in the north of the island, which organizes an exhibition called "Gáldar in Bloom" ("Gáldar en Flor") from April 30th until May 20th, 2024?

Maspalomas Pride by Freedom' becomes a more sustainable, safe and supportive event, with more than 40 musical, leisure and fun events.

The Department of Tourism organizes the April Fair in Caleta de Fuste, with flamenco performances, an equine exhibition, sevillanas and a show by the violinist Marilina Drobreva and the dancer Anna Villacampa.

Fuerteventura is celebrating carnival season along all the other Canary Islands, with celebrations taking place all over the island, from Corralejo to Caleta de Fuste, Puerto del Rosario, Morro Jable and Costa Calma.

Carnival season is a popular time for the Canary Islands in general - all the islands have big parties during this time and it's a great atmosphere for tourists.

The carnival in Los Cristianos (Arona municipality) is the second-largest Carnival in Tenerife and the most popular carnival in the south of Tenerife with around two weeks of events for all ages and audiences.

All the municipalities in Fuerteventura are celebrating each year the carnival season and the south of the island makes no exception.

The City Council of Los Silos organizes a carnival each year in Caleta de Interian and it's a nice event to attend if you are staying in the area while visiting Tenerife.

Jandia Pride 2024 already has a set date and it will be celebrated in May in the south of the island in the tourist town of Morro Jable.

The 2025 edition of the carnival in Teguise will be celebrated with events organized throughout the municipality, in La Villa de Teguise, Costa Teguise, as well as La Graciosa.

The Department of Economic Promotion and Employment is pleased to invite residents and visitors to the first edition of the Beer Festival "A son de Mar", which will take place in Los Cristianos on April 20, from 12:00 to 23:00 h.

The dates for he 2025 carnival in Galdar have not been announced yet but there's usually an online survey to give residents the option to help choose the theme for the carnival's next edition.

The southern Lanzarote resort of Playa Blanca invites residents and tourists to enjoy four intense days of Carnival animated by music, dances, parades and a variety of shows.

Every island or the Canaries has its own carnival season and in El Hierro the main event happens in La Frontera, in the area Tigaday, the most commercial part of town.

La Orotava hosts its own carnival party each year, and it's a great place to be if you want to experience an event in Tenerife with more locals than tourists! Don't miss the 2024 carnival in the beautiful town of La Orotava!

Arucas Carnival 2025 is one of the main events in the municipality throughout the year.

As one of the most charming towns in Tenerife, Garachico celebrates its own carnival, usually in February or March.

The theme for the 2025 carnival in La Aldea de San Nicolas has not been chosen yet.

Planning your next trip to La Gomera? If you're thinking of a winter escape, why not come and visit the island while it's carnival season?

Telde City Council has not announced yet any details about the theme for the 2024 Carnival in Telde, Gran Canaria.

Every three months, the sleepy village of Tetir fills up with people and energy while hosting the popular Tetir Craft Market, an event that brings together residents and tourists alike.

In 2024, the International Kite Festival in Fuerteventura will celebrate its 37th edition since it first launched in 1987. The event started more than 30 years ago and it was simply a gathering put together by people who were passionate about kite flying and since then it has grown with each edition, into the internationally recognized event that it is now.

Aguimes is considered "the most carnival town of Gran Canaria", a place where carnivals are considered more than a tradition, they are a true emblem of the town.

Puerto de la Cruz celebrates Holi, the festival of colors, with the entire Hindu community next Sunday, April 21 in Plaza de Europa in Puerto de la Cruz, a unique place for a very special celebration, full of joy, where the Hindu community shares its entire culture, including its rich gastronomy.

The municipality of Antigua organizes each year 2 carnivals, under the same theme: the first one is in Antigua, and the second one is in the popular tourist resort of Caleta de Fuste.

There are carnivals in Lanzarote in all the resorts and also in Arrecife, the island's capital, so the festival in Haria is not as huge and impressive in numbers compared to these larger ones.

Located in the north-west part of Gran Canaria, Agaete also organizes its own carnival event, just like many other municipalities on the island. The event is especially popular among locals, so it's a good occasion to mix with the local people and get to know more about their culture and ways of celebrating.

Most people visiting Tenerife have heard about Icod de los Vinos for one reason: the famous Drago Milenario tree, the symbol of the town.

The carnival in Candelaria is usually celebrated after the big carnivals in Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Puerto de la Cruz come to an end.

Coming on holiday to Arguineguin or Puerto de Mogan in 2025 and you don't want to miss one of the best events of the year? Then you have to take part in the carnival, which is a great way to mix with the locals, participate in the parade and have a great time during your stay on the island.

The carnival in Tetir, Fuerteventura, is now once again celebrated the way it used to be normally, as there are no more restrictions in place!

If you're coming over to Fuerteventura for Holy Week this year, why not participate in Festival Sonido Costero, a festival dedicated to Canarian music celebrated in El Cotillo?

Puerto del Rosario is Fuerteventura's capital, so the carnival, which lasts for over 2 weeks each year, is usually attended mostly by residents and locals, not tourists.

The Carnival in Santa Cruz de la Palma is celebrated each year sometime in February or March and it is also known as The White Party, for its unusual characteristic. Thousand of people dressed in white, locals, and visitors alike, fill the streets and participate in a night of dancing and talcum powder fighting.

This is an annual event in the resort of Puerto del Carmen, organized by the Hindu community. HOLI is celebrated to welcome spring with lots of colors. It means the victory of good over evil.

Los Gigantes usually celebrates its carnival later than other municipalities in Tenerife. One can usually calculate the dates for the carnival in Los Gigantes by looking at the schedule for the main carnival in Santa Cruz.

Are you visiting Puerto del Carmen in Lanzarote during the carnival season? If so, then be sure not to miss the carnival which is a beautiful way to experience the local culture and have a bit of fun while you're on holiday in Lanzarote.

Looking for the dates for the 2025 carnival celebrated in Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife? The highlight of the carnival is the Men's Marathon in High Heels, also known as Mascarita Ponte Tacon - it is a funny event, unique to the celebration in Puerto de la Cruz.

Gran Canaria is well known as a great place for partying, so during the Carnival season, the island is full of music, energy, and color. Everyone is invited to take part in the festivities and enjoy the free spirit of Gran Canaria!

The carnival in Santa Cruz de Tenerife is the largest event of this kind happening in the Canary Islands and in Spain as well. It is actually the second largest carnival in the world and it is considered by many the best carnival, with the best atmosphere and friendly street parties.

If you're traveling to Tenerife in March, don't miss celebrating St. Patrick's day in the south of the island, where there are lots of Irish bars that do big celebrations on that day.

St. Patrick's Day is usually celebrated in Fuerteventura, especially in the north, in Corralejo, where there is a large community of Irish residents. All of the Irish pubs in Corralejo participate in the celebration of St. Patrick's day with live music, Irish stew and of course lots of Irish beer.

The council of Tias, where Puerto del Carmen is located, usually organizes a celebration for St. Patrick's Day in Puerto del Carmen every year and it's a great event that draws a lot of crowds. The resort has celebrated this day every year and everything is organized with the help of the Irish community in Lanzarote.

March is a great month to visit Gran Canaria if you are looking to escape the cold back home since most of Europe is still fighting low temperatures at this time of year. And if you're from Ireland and you're regretting the fact that you'll miss the St. Patrick's Day celebration back home, then worry no more, since there are plenty of Irish bars in Gran Canaria and you'll be spoiled for choice.

Out of all the carnivals in Fuerteventura, the carnival in Corralejo is probably the most expected one of all.

Besides the main carnival in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, the island's municipalities each celebrate their carnivals, so learn more about the carnival in Guimar, one of the lesser-known towns in Tenerife.

We don't know the dates yet for the carnival in El Medano in 2024, but we will update this article as soon as they are announced, as well as the theme for the edition in the municipality of Granadilla de Abona.

Los Silos is one of the many towns in Tenerife that organizes an interesting carnival each year.

The arrival of the Three Kings is an important event in the Spanish Culture, with festivities taking place in almost any city in Spain. The celebration starts on the night of 5th January, with a parade called Cabalgada de los Reyes Magos.

Each year, on the 5th of January, everyone in Tenerife is waiting for the arrival of the Three Wise Men. This is a really interesting event and you should attend the parade if you're on the island at that time.

If you're planning on spending New Year's Eve in Fuerteventura this year, then you might be wondering what to expect. Most of the tourist resorts in Fuerteventura - Corralejo, Caleta de Fuste and Morro Jable usually have New Year's parties each year, followed by fireworks to mark the event.

On the 5th of January 2024, the entire island of Gran Canaria will celebrate the visit of the three wise men: Balthasar of Arabia, Melchior of Persia and Gaspar of India. Remember also that January 6th is a bank holiday and most of the shops will be closed.

La Palma is a gorgeous island part of the Canary Islands archipelago and although it's not as warm as the south of Tenerife or Gran Canaria during winter, it's still a nice place to spend your winter holidays.

Each year, on the 5th of January, every municipality and town on the island of Lanzarote welcomes the arrival of the Three Kings from the East.

Tenerife is an island focused on tourism, so it's no wonder that as a tourist destination, it has embraced quickly holidays such as Halloween. When you're on holiday somewhere, any reason to party and have more fun is quickly accepted.

Halloween wasn't a big thing in Fuerteventura until recent years when this holiday started gaining popularity in the Canaries as well.

Located in the northern part of Tenerife, Los Realejos celebrates each year its own carnival, like many other towns on the island.

Come to Corralejo to enjoy the authentic atmosphere of the Oktoberfest, in a sunny location, on one of the most incredible islands in the Canaries. There will be three days of animation that will make you live the most famous beer festival in Germany. Selection of beer, music and gastronomy specific to the region of Bavaria.

Just imagine Halloween day under the beautiful sky of Lanzarote, which stays sunny even at the end of October...

Playa Blanca celebrates its festivities in honor of the Virgen del Carmen from July 8 to 16, extending an invitation to residents and visitors to share and enjoy the activities of this week-long event program full of popular music, concerts, autochthonous sports, homage to fishermen, festivals, youth night, workshops and children's games and many other fun proposals that are combined with religious acts.

The City Council of La Oliva has announced on their website that the upcoming celebration of Fiestas del Carmen will be held in Corralejo, from July 6th until July 23rd.

Dia de Canarias (Canary Islands Day) is celebrated each year on May 30th, and on this page, you'll find the schedule of events for the 2023 edition in Puerto del Carmen, Lanzarote.

The Tapas Route begins in Antigua this Thursday, March 16th, offering delicacies such as red tuna Nigiri.

The carnivals have returned to their normal schedule in Fuerteventura and the Canary Islands in general, after a long absence due to the pandemic.

Like most other towns in Tenerife, Buenavista del Norte celebrates its own carnival.

Fiesta del Son is a Cuban celebration held in Alcala, a town in the south of Tenerife. The Spanish slogan for this fiesta is "Un Dia de Cuba en Alcala", which literally translates to a Cuban day in Alcala.

If you are in La Palma during the first week of January, don't miss the Three Kings Parade which is happening in several towns throughout the island.

With Halloween fast approaching, there are lots of events and parties announced in Gran Canaria for the spookiest night of the year.

The City Council of Antigua has announced that the popular Beach Party in Caleta de Fuste will be organized once again this year between October 7 and 8.

The Town Council of Tías announced the celebration of the Summer Craft Show in Puerto del Carmen, which will take place from August 25 to 28, from 6 to 10 p.m., with the participation of 45 artisans.

During the weekend of July 30 and 31, the Arona Golden Mile will become the epicenter of culture and spirituality in Spain, celebrating the XI Festival of India, which will end on Sunday afternoon with the Hindu Ratha Yatra commemoration, which is one of the most important in Spain, after those in Madrid and Barcelona. ​​

A big fiesta is announced for this weekend in Costa de Antigua, Fuerteventura, between July 22 and 24, in celebration of Santiago Apostol, with batucadas, children's parties, musical performances, flamenco shows, fireworks and a foam party.

This year the 3rd edition of the Festival de la Tapa will take place in the municipality of Antigua in Fuerteventura, and over 20 restaurants will participate in the 2021 edition of the event.

The coast of Jandía will be the location of the semifinals of the Kitefoil World Series in 2021, which will be held for the first time in Fuerteventura between November 23 and 27.

The municipal markets in Playa de Mogán and Arguineguín will be organized again from October 1, after more than a year and a half of being suspended as a result of the pandemic.

More than 80 master craftsmen will be present at the opening of the 32nd edition of the Insular Handicraft Fair in Lanzarote (Feria de Artesania Lanzarote).

If you want to get involved with choosing the theme for the 2022 edition of Tenerife Carnival 2022 you can vote for one of the proposed themes: New York, Science Fiction, or Television.

The world of Carnival will have to wait until 2022 for the celebration of another edition in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. The Carnival department works on a series of acts that, throughout 2021, will keep the essence of the party alive.

Spain: the country of sunshine and good weather, sangria, paella and fiestas. Lots and lots of fiestas, festivals and carnivals.

If you want to experience a carnival in Tenerife North, then we recommend that you go to Tacoronte, an authentic place, which organizes a big event each year.