Tenerife Events
As Gipsy Kings, they became famous in the late 80s and 90s, especially with their album "Mosaique", which contained their own songs and versions of popular songs such as "Volare". heir massive success based on a mixture of pop and flamenco surprised people in Spain. But the great success of this band is not in Spain, where they are practically unknown and where they have never played, but in the rest of the world, especially…
On the morning of the 7th of September, a large procession accompanies the image of the Virgen del Socorro (patron saint and mayoress of the municipality of Güímar) on its traditional route along the Camino del Socorro to the hamlet located on the beach of Chimisay. This annual pilgrimage begins at the Iglesia Matriz de San Pedro Apóstol. Then, the Virgen del Socorro first descends to the Ermita del Calvario, where, after a rest, she…
Saturday, 1st October is the next car boot sale date at The Anglican Church Of All Saints, Taoro Park in Puerto de la Cruz. The event is extremely popular, attracting many Canarians, members of the British and European ex-pat communities, and tourists of all nationalities. Note the new opening time of 10 am. The entrance fee is €1 per person, with all proceeds going towards church running expenses. Dogs are not permitted.
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An event of commercial dynamisation where the shops make themselves known to the public by putting their products on display. An event aimed primarily at those who wish to find real opportunities for discounts and offers, organised by the traders of the Open Commercial Zone of Puerto de la Cruz.
It is a tribute to equality through culture, music, literature, cinema, and sustainability. In a very high percentage of festivals worldwide, female artists represent a low percentage of performers, according to various studies carried out in 2017, 2018 and 2019 by the Association of Women and Music. This first edition will have an all-female line-up. However, future editions will also include the participation of male artists, bands or groups of different musical styles. This first…
This edition of the Children of the 80s music event at the Hard Rock Hotel Tenerife is a Mecano Tribute. It features a dazzling stage, interactive experiences, street dancers, and endless fun that completes the experience and transports the audience to the original magic of the 80s. And remember, if you stay at the Hard Rock Hotel, access to the party is free as all guests at the Hard Rock Hotel Tenerife get free admission…
This time, the female DJ duo NERVO, known for tracks like Revolution, You're gonna love again, Hold on or Reason, will be on stage. Artists Leon Cormack, Wes and Red B*tch will also be part of the show. The Lagoon Party is an event that brings together good music and a great pool party that fills the space with a good atmosphere, animation and many more surprises in all its editions. That is why the…
It is an event that provokes great interest in Tenerife every year and is a ritual for the young women ready to marry. First, they go to La Palmita, where Santa Barbara is located. Then, near the religious monument, the men come with the baskets to meet the single women who hold large baskets decorated with coloured ribbons on their heads. Inside they carry buns with reeds full of miniature figurines. Santa Barbara is thanked…
With his incredible live band and dancers, plus the award-winning tribute to Lady Gaga by Katie Jay. Katie Jay has worked hard to build up her reputation on the Tenerife circuit for 6 years as a singer in her own right before deciding to dedicate the majority of her work in tribute to Lady Gaga. Her heart and soul have gone into every detail of the show. The show is authentic to Lady Gaga through…
This year the 18th world water-ski championship is being held in Tenerife at Puerto Colon Marina in Costa Adeje in September.The event starts on 5th September and concludes on the 15th September. The races start at 9am and are on the following dates, Saturday 7th, Monday 9th, Wednesday 11th and Saturday 14th September 2013. Water ski Championship Program of EventsThe championship is likely to have around 70 competitors across six skiing categories and three…
Festivities are of great religious and popular importance and happen in the Plaza de San Pedro Apóstol the last two weekends of August. The streets are filled with music and fun. The first Saturday of the festivities begins with the great Magicians' Ball, a recent but no less significant celebration. The chasneros and channeras wear their traditional dress and prepare traditional Canarian dishes spending the night where sharing and Canarian identity are central to the…
This Saturday, 10th August 2013, the village of Los Abrigos host their fourth annual summer beer festival located around the picturesque village fishing harbour.The village restaurants and bars, along with some stands outside, will offer a beer and tapas for €1 each between 11am and 11pm, with live music adding to the festival atmosphere.
This year the third Arona summer festival kicks off on the 17th August at the Olympic Stadium in Playa de las Americas, starting at 4pm with Ray Castellano.The festival has been listed as one of the top 15 music festivals in Europe, with 13 hours of dance music from international and top local artists.Below is the line up with the planned performance times with some music samples, and bus services to the festival from various…
This year the second ‘Fest Costa San Miguel' will be held in Golf del Sur with events being held on every Saturday throughout the month of August. These events will be at different venues in the resort Golf de Sur and are being organised by the Department of Tourism of the municipality of San Miguel.The festival will showcase some traditions of the area to tourists and visitors through folklore and traditional games.The planned entertainment includes…
This year is the 28th Pinolere Craft Fair where more than 30 000 people are expected to visit over the weekend of 30th August – 1st September. Pinolere is a village of 700 inhabitants in the hills above La Orotava on Tenerife’s northern flank, 800 meters above sea level, set in the pine forests. Below is the coast and the town of Puerto de la Cruz.The villagers have for generations made their living from the…
The parrandas, music of rondallas and carts pulled by oxen will be present again in the streets of Arafo, bringing a tremendous festive atmosphere to the town. At the festival, you can also taste the typical food and wines of the area. First held in 1975, in 1982, it was awarded the honorary title of "Fiesta of Tourist Interest" by the Secretary of State for Tourism, which is why all participants must wear traditional costumes.
Six films will be screened outdoors over six days, between the 16th and 21st of August. The films will be shown in Spanish. Access to all the films is free of charge. The free film sessions will begin at 21:30, starting on Tuesday 16th August with the movie "How to survive in a material world" by Miranda July. After that, on 17th August, the psychological horror movie "Escape Room" will be shown by director Adam…
Presenting Dios Salve la Reina - God Save The Queen headling this special event. It will be the first time that the best Queen tribute in the world will come to the island's north and, more specifically, Puerto de la Cruz. A unique opportunity to enjoy one of the most potent live acts on the current music scene and one that receives countless accolades wherever they go. The band, led by Pablo Padín, has earned…
On the first Sunday of August, La Esperanza celebrates a romería, and the image of the Virgin is revered in a procession through the main streets. Fiestas de Nuestra Señora de La Esperanza.
With the voice of Ann Shine and the live band will pay tribute to the singer of soul, blues and jazz Amy Winehouse.
Ruta Senderiza-t 2022 - Noche de las Estrellas The Town Council of Granadilla de Abona invites you to partake in the hike "ROUTE SENDERIZAT 2022- NIGHT OF THE STARS", which will take place on Friday, August 19, 2022. Registration will be open until Wednesday, August 17 2022, at 13:00, and places are limited. The minimum age to participate will be 14 years old, accompanied by an adult. The route consists of a sunset observation at…
The star of the show is Lenny Jay. He joined this project after spending several seasons in the successful European musical about the King of Pop, where he received praise from the Jackson family. His incredible physical and vocal resemblance makes 'This Is Michael' a unique experience, which allows us to be moved by remembering and vibrating with the eternal MJ. It should be noted that Lenny Jay was chosen by the Jackson family to…
THE SUMMER THEATRE FESTIVAL. Veranos del Taoro takes advantage of the unique climatic conditions of an island of eternal spring, distinguished names of national drama and in a privileged natural environment, the Parque de la Sortija, in the Puerto de la Cruz, starting its own tradition of open-air theatre. With Veranos del Taoro, taking up the tradition of events such as the Regent's Park Open Air Theatre in London or the Shakespeare in the Park…
With more than a hundred activities this year, the Grande Fiesta de Julio returns to Puerto de la Cruz. These include the gala to elect the fiesta queen and the Cook Music Fest with twenty top national and international artists, including the pop duo Pet Shop Boys.
Alejandro Sanz is a Spanish musician, singer and composer. Sanz has won 22 Latin Grammy Awards and four Grammy Awards. In addition, he has received the Latin Grammy for Album of the Year three times. The singer is notable for his flamenco-influenced ballads and has also experimented with several other genres, including pop, rock, funk, R&B and jazz. He has toured the main cities of the United States and Latin America. Alejandro Sanz returns to…
Ritmos del Mundo is one of the longest-standing music festivals in the Canary Islands. This year, it will be held at Siam Park in Costa Adeje. Welcoming the latest trends in street music and the boldest genre mashups, Ritmos del Mundo is a forward-looking festival. It will feature 'Morad', a Spanish rapper of Moroccan heritage who has more than five million monthly listeners on Spotify.
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Thousands of visitors flock to the town of Garachico to take part in one of the most authentic fiestas on the island of Tenerife. Music enlivens the pilgrimage through the streets of the town, which culminates in a beautiful maritime voyage. Early morning, pilgrims arrive at the hermitage of San Roque, and the saint's image is transferred to the Church of Santa Ana in the centre of the town, where a religious ceremony is held…
The origin of this celebration dates back to 1973 when the Puerto de la Cruz Tourist Initiatives Center (Centro de Iniciativas Turisticas Puerto de la Cruz) invited a Bavarian orchestra to give a series of concerts in the town. This event has been repeated annually, highlighting a fascinating cultural exchange between the local population and the German ex-pats based on the northern edge of the Island of Tenerife. The bars and restaurants of Puerto de…
At the festival, there will also be a variety of food and music.. This event is within the Canary Islands VIVA project and has the support of the Canary Islands Government through the Tourism Council. The Canary Islands Viva and FAUCA project aim is to promote activities that encourage the development of Urban Areas' economy, society and culture.
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Puerto de la Cruz plays host to +Q Rock, a live heavy metal music festival. First held in 2012, it has become a must event for fans of hard rock and heavy metal music on the island. The line-up is headed by Gus G, who plays with his band Firewind after being part of groups like Ozzy Osbourne’s. There will also be concerts by the Spanish symphonic metal band Last Days Of Eden; the group…
La Gesta 25th Julio 1797 - 2022 Conmemoración 225 Aniversario 2022 commemorates the 225th anniversary of the defeat of Nelson at the battle of Santa Cruz in 1797. The action happened 225 years ago this month when his squadron attacked Santa Cruz. This is the first time the commemorations have been held for two years due to the covid pandemic. 25 July 1797 is an important date in the history of Santa Cruz de Tenerife.…
Día de la Embarcación The town of Puerto de la Cruz is paying tribute to Our Lady of El Carmen, a famous religious feast. On July 16, a statue of the Virgin Mary is carried by boat on a procession at sea as hundreds of people gather at the fishing harbour to join the celebrations. The image of the virgin is taken by boat while a large crowd of people at Playa del Muelle. Other…
The sixth world bread fair starts this year in the Plaza Arico Nuevo in Arico on the 2nd March from 17:00 to 20:00. The fair will attract people from all over the island showing off their mouth-watering breads. The bread recipes come from all over Europe and will be offered alongside other local produce from the island such as cheese, tomatoes, honey and wine all set in beautiful historic surroundings. The location of the…
Join in the last of this summer’s big dance and music festivals, the Summer Jam Tenerife 2013. This bash is hosted in the amphitheatre at one of Europe’s premier waterparks, Siam Park in Playa de las Americas, south Tenerife.Date: 14th September 2013Times: 3pm - midnightTickets can be bought here. The official Facebook page has a bit more info here. {zhgooglemap-marker:177;placemark;;;;;}
The second Arona Summer Festival starts today at the Olympic Stadium, Playa de las Americas. It follows on from last year successful event starting at 18:00.The event brings dance music from around the world as well as from the Canary Islands from 15 different artists.There will be music from Jamaican artist Sean Paul, Australian Twins ‘Nervo’ and the brothers Dimitri Vegas and Like Mike.
On the nights of 12th– 13th August 2013 the Perseid Meteor Shower reaches its peak as the earth passes through the Perseid cloud which is a stream of debris from the Swift-Tuttle comet. If you are on Tenerife, there will be a great opportunity to view this from the Teide national park, where the skies are clear of cloud and light pollution.The best time to observe the meteor shower is between 10:30pm and 4:30am. The…
Craig David is headlining at the I Love Music Festival among the spectacular scenery of the Tropicana Gardens, Costa Adeje, and Tenerife on 23rd April. This is the biggest dance festival of the year so far in Tenerife. The open air event starts at 3pm and goes on until midnight. After the main event the After I Love Music party stats which will continue until 6am. The event includes a red carpet covered 2500 m2…
Michael Bolton the American singer-songwriter is to play aconcert in tenerife on 8th July 2011 at Golf Costa Adeje. Ticket information to be released soon, check here at canaryfestival.com
James Blunt is to play at the Auditorio de Tenerife in Santa Cruz, the capital of Tenerife, on 28th July 2011 as part of his world tour. Ticket prices €40 - €50 are available from the box office at the Auditorio or online at generaltickets.com
The Tenerife carnival gets started tonight with the opening ceremony and a show in the Plaza de Espania, Santa Cruz. The show will give a first glimpse of the contestants for the Carnival Queen competition and to decide the order of appearance in the contests. The competition starts with 14 hopeful contestants, from which the carnival Queen will be chosen and four bridesmaids. Althought the main events are the Carnival Queen Parade and fancy…
The 'I Love Music Festival 2013' starts this year on the 29th March at the Siam Water Park in Costa Adeje, featuring 8 DJ's including, CHUCKIE, Laidback Luke, GLOWINTHEDARK, NVILLA, Alexei & Carlos Kinn and Leon Cormack. Official website http://ilovemusicfestival.com/2013/
This year’s Arona carnaval gets going on the 1st March and goes on until the 11th March. It all starts in Los Cristianos with the presentation of the Carnival Queen candidates at 20:00 in the Auditorio Los Cristianos, Playa Las Américas. This year’s theme is ‘Brazil’. There will be some spectacular events with amazing parades, costumes and an amazing carnival atmosphere. The opening carnival parade is on the 2nd March in Los Cristianos. There…
This year's Las Galletas half marathon gets under way 9am on Sunday 7th April the course goes around El Fraile, Palmar and Guargacho and is 21km long. There is also a shorter race of 10.8km. This is the 17th Las Galletas half marathon. You must register before the 31st march and be over 18 years of age to enter and will cost €23, for which you will be given a goodie bag with a tee…
There is another carnival on Tenerife coming up, the Costa San Miguel Carnaval in Golf del Sur. This one starts at 5pm by the San Blas commecial centre goes down the Calle San Miguel, ending at the Aguamarina Hotel.
Next month sees the 50th anniversary of the visit to Tenerife by three members the pop group The Beatles. To commemorate the visit there are some events planned in Puerto de la Cruz to celebrate this anniversary. These events start on 27th April and carry on until the 9th May, these dates are exactly 50 years after their visit.Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr flew to the island on 28th April 1963, the day…
I Love Music Festival 2013 Friday March 29 · Siam Park Tenerife The World's Best Water Park, located in Tenerife, welcomes in its 4th edition "I LOVE MUSIC FESTIVAL".Featuring: Laidback Luke CHUCKIE · · · NVILLA GLOWINTHEDARK Alexei & Carlos Kinn · · Leon Cormack
This weekend there is a re-enactment of the military action of 1797 when British and Spanish forces fought over the island of Tenerife. The then Vice Admiral Nelson, with a squadron of Royal navy ships and approx. 3000 men attempted to capture Santa Cruz de Tenerife.Nelson failed and also lost his right arm in the process. This battle is still commemorated all over Tenerife to this day, and is a huge historical event as far…