Events in Gran Canaria

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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!

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

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.

On the 5th of January 2025, 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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.