The La Salle Association, in collaboration with the Agüimes City Council, is organizing the 32nd edition of the Auto of the Passion, Death, and Resurrection of Jesus of Nazareth, 32º edición del Auto de La Pasión this Friday.

Nearly 300 residents of the municipality of Agüimes participate in the Play of the Passion, Death, and Resurrection. This event, now in its thirty-second year, features a performance in the streets of the historic centre of the city, written by playwright Orlando Hernández Martín. The performance, which will revive the most emblematic scenes from the final moments of a life made legendary, will take place at 20:00, beginning at the Parque de Los Moros stage and continuing to the Plaza de San Antón and Plaza del Rosario stages.

This unique traveling street reenactment of Holy Week in Agüimes began in 1993, when writer Orlando Hernández, a favourite son of the town, conceived the play on which the performance is based. The play, organised by the La Salle Association in collaboration with the Agüimes City Council and the Pious Ecclesiastical Institute of Jesus the Blessed Sacrament, will be directed this year by actor José Oliva, who will also include the participation of hundreds of volunteers from the town. The procession will begin in Los Moros Park and end near the Church of San Sebastián.

THE SCENES:

The first scenes to be seen will be the “Healing of the Blind Man of Jericho,” the “Interview of the Blind Man with the Sanhedrin,” the “Meeting of Jesus with His Disciples,” and the “Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem,” all in Parque Los Moros. On the way to the church, the “Arrival of Jesus on a Donkey, Accompanied by His Disciples and the Hebrew People” will be re-enacted. At the stop in Plaza de San Antón, where two stages have been set up for greater fluidity, the “Last Supper,” the “Prayer in the Garden of Olives,” the “Arrest,” “Jesus before Annas and Caiaphas,” the “Death of Judas,” “Jesus with Pilate,” “Jesus before Herod,” “Back before Pilate,” “Ecce Homo and Barabbas,” and “Jesus Carries the Cross” will be performed.

The procession will then head to Plaza del Rosario, decorated for the occasion as Mount Calvary. They will be accompanied by the La Salle Association’s Musical Group, dressed as Roman guards. Upon arriving at the square, they will be shown “The Falls,” “The Cyrenean,” “Meetings with Veronica, the Women, and His Mother,” “Death on the Cross,” “Descent from the Cross,” “Burial,” and “Resurrection.”

The author of the Auto de la Pasión, Orlando Hernández, was born in Agüimes on March 19, 1936, and died on May 2, 1997. Throughout his career, he wrote more than thirty literary works, including the novels “Catalina Park” and “Máscaras y tierra,” short stories such as “Sancocho. Cuentos canarios,” and other costumbrista works such as “El barbero de Temisas” and “En mi pueblo mando yo.” He was also a frequent newspaper columnist for newspapers such as El Eco de Canarias, Canarias 7, and La Provincia. In 1962, he was appointed Official Chronicler, and on January 20, 1997, before his death, he was awarded the title of favourite son of his hometown.

Telde ‘changes the time’ – again in the open commercial area ZCA of ​​San Gregorio on Saturday, 12 April 2025.
Like in recent years, many activities are planned to celebrate this dynamic commercial and leisure day for the whole family.  Activities for kids, parade, discounts and promotions, and musical performances.

“Although the official time change already took place in the early hours of Sunday, March 30th”

Activities: 11:00-14:00 | 17:00-19:00

Commercial Fair: 10:00-22:00

Live music from 13:30 until midnight.

There will also be a lively street parade from Parque Infantil C/Pade Andrés Manjón at 12:00

Our provincial capital, here on the eastern islands, is Las Palmas de Gran Canaria where some of the biggest holiday celebrations of the annual calendar occur, with many events celebrated with vigour in intense and devout displays of faith, humility and sorrow.  Welcome to Semana Santa, Holy Week. Many processions run through the historic centre of the capital (as well as several in many of the older towns and villages around the island) and are often heavily loaded with symbolism and historic traditions, but still manage to maintain their own unique aesthetic and identity, followed by large audiences, as we move through the week. The passage of revered iconographic images and statues, through the unique colonial old quarter of the capital, offers some unforgettable experiences during the Easter holidays.

From April 13-20, the capital of Gran Canaria provides the pulse of Holy Week, one of its most unique religious celebrations, loaded with great historical and cultural importance. Dioceses and brotherhoods promote an intense agenda of processions, which for the most part run through the founding neighbourhood of Vegueta, its parishes and the Cathedral, located in the Plaza de Santa Ana.

In parallel, the city organizes various markets in various locations in Vegueta, including Plaza de las Ranas, Alameda de Colón, Triana, San Telmo, Plaza de Santo Domingo, and Obispo Codina Street, coinciding with Holy Week, from April 13 to 20. All of them feature street stalls selling food, drinks, sweets, and toys.

SUNDAY 13 APRIL, PALM SUNDAY

“LA BURRITA” PROCESSION”

Palm Sunday, commemorates the triumphant entrance of Christianity’s central character to Jerusalem on his donkey. The morning procession from Parroquia de San Bernardo, Ermita de San Telmo includes an image of the fabled Jesus on a donkey followed by children carrying palms and olive branches.

Starting at 11:00 This procession travels some of the oldest streets in the capital:  San Telmo, Mayor de Triana, Perdomo, Pérez Galdós, Buenos Aires and arrive back in San Telmo around 14:00. Once there, the solemn Eucharist will be celebrated in the park and the subsequent entrance to his temple. On the route, the boys and girls who will celebrate their communion this year will accompany the step with the presence of the bishop of the Diocese of the Canary Islands, José Mazuelos.

NAZARENOS DE VEGUETA “SALUD Y ESPERANZA” PROCESSION

That same evening at 19:00, a white, pointy-hooded “Health and Hope” procession ( Cristo de la Salud y La Virgen de la Esperanza de Vegueta ) follows with the penitential procession of the Brotherhood and Guild of Nazarenes from the Parish of Santo Domingo de Guzmán in the evening. This procession, Andalusian style carrying two images includes over a hundred members wearing tunics with hoods.

This year some 150 Nazarenes and 80 Costaleros will accompany the new route that begins in the Plaza de Santo Domingo and passes through García Tello, San Marcos, López Botas, Reyes Católicos, Felipe Massieu Falcón, Plaza del Pilar Nuevo, Casa de Colón, San Marcial, Obispo Codina, Plaza de Santa Ana, the Cathedral that will be the penitence station, Obispo Codina, Reloj, Doctor Chil, Luis Millares until reaching the Plaza de Santo Domingo again at 00:00 hours.

•The little coastal population just round the bay from Arguineguin, El Pajar, is celebrating the last days of the main Patron Saint festivities.

The fishing neighbourhood of El Pajar will celebrate its Patron Saint Festival in honour of Santa Águeda with a program of events where music, childhood, and tradition will be the protagonists in all events.

Highlights:

On Friday, April 11, the Futbito Viejas glorias pajareras meeting will be held at 18:00 and then the Scala in children’s Hi-Fi at 20:30, followed by a lively street party with Paco Guedes and D’Music

Saturday 12 April:
17:30 the Macro Birthday will be celebrated with inflatables, clowns, and face painting, among other entertainment.
21:30 The dawn festival will be entertained by orchestra Star Music, Orchestra Armonia Show, and DJ Promaster; and will conclude with a fireworks display by Pirotecnia San Miguel at midnight

Sunday 13 April:
11:30 On Sunday, to say goodbye to the festivities, Banda Isleña will play music in the streets of the town and will announce the Great Fish Barbeque with gofio and mojo that will begin at 12:00, which will tie with the Verbena del Solajero from 14:30 in which Luz de Luna, Yeray Socorro, Yoni Aya and Grpuo Aimar will entertain until midnight.

The southern Shopping Centre El Tablero, on the other side of GC-1, is celebrating its 12th Anniversary on 11-12 April 2025… in a Big Way!

🎁 Gifts and surprises because we love to pamper you.
🦸‍♂️ A superhero show to bring out your most epic side.
🍰 Sweet tastings (yes, free food).
🛍 A craft market with unique things.
And much more!

ON FRIDAY:
18:30 Super Hero Show 
18:00-20:00 Tasting of “Sweets”  

ON SATURDAY: 
10:00-21:00 Craft Market 
18:00-20:00 Tasting of “Sweet” 
18:00 Dance Gala 
19:00 Circus Show

AniVals Festival arrives in Valsequillo this Saturday, the 12th of April, and will become the meeting point for anime, manga, and comic book lovers.

The all-day event promises a complete immersion in the fascinating world of Japanese pop culture and sequential art. From the fair’s opening at 11:00, attendees can enjoy a wide variety of activities designed for all ages.

A day in which visitors will have the opportunity to explore and purchase exclusive products in specialized workshops and stands, where they will find everything from the latest innovations to collectibles. The event will also feature a meeting with illustrators, where talented artists will share their art and experiences, offering a unique insight into the creative process.

The excitement will be guaranteed with a series of contests that will test participants’ creativity and knowledge. From a Cosplay Photo Contest to a Quiz, participants will finally be able to enjoy the choreography that will be showcased in the K-Pop competition.

The program also includes a Jiu Jitsu exhibition (16:30-17:00), with a live demonstration of this ancient martial art, and an Anime Drawing Masterclass, where participants will learn the techniques and secrets to bring their own characters to life. For those who wish to fully immerse themselves in the manga aesthetic, there will be a manga-themed face painting service, allowing participants to transform into their favorite character.

A highlight of the event will be the exhibition and talk with Morgan, an unmissable opportunity to get up close and personal with one of the most important figures in the Canary Islands comics and learn about his artistic career.

The event will culminate with an awards ceremony, which will recognize the talent and dedication of the contest winners. With this comprehensive and varied program, this festival arrives in the municipality as a must-attend event for fans of comics, manga, anime, and pop culture in general.

Valleseco prepares for an Olympic Carnival full of color, music, and fun!  On Saturday, April 12th, the town square and auditorium will become the hub of Valleseco’s Day Carnival, a unique event that will merge sport and the joy of carnival. This year, the carnival dedicated to the Olympics will be a vibrant day for the whole family, with a program of activities that will leave no one indifferent.

Among the participating artists are the Comparsas Lianceiros and Araguimé, Roberto Herrera, Daniel Calero, the Valleseco Occupational Center, La Mekánica by Tamarindos, Las Ladys, and many more, who will fill the streets of Valleseco with music, color, and energy. The comparsas, drag performers, music, and dance will be the main protagonists of this festival, which will be the highlight of Holy Saturday.

Program of Activities:
At 10:00, the day will begin with a series of activities designed for all audiences. These include inflatables, children’s workshops, and the traditional parade that will mark the start of the festivities and announce the Burning of the Sardine.

The Children’s Gala (Ticket event 3€), which will be held inside the “Dr. Juan Díaz Rodríguez” auditorium at 12:00, will feature performances by the Lianceiros Group, the Alexia Rodríguez School, the Valleseco Dance School, the show “El Hada Chalada,” Zapito Clown, the Acrobatic Circus, and Le Mime, who will offer a day full of magic and laughter.

At 20:00, the Adult Gala (Ticket event 5€) will take centre stage as the main event of the evening. Master of ceremonies Roberto Herrera will host a variety show featuring performances by the Comparsa Araguimé, a drag show, the Valleseco Occupational Center, which recently won second and third place at the Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Integration Gala, the voice of Alexis Santos, an acrobatic show by Levi & Estrella, music by Las Ladys, and humor by Daniel Calero.

Tickets are available from tureservaonline.es