#WeekendTips 29-31 August 2025
It’s going to be such a pleasant autumn weekend ahead, with most of the major fiestas now over, a little quieter than we have had of late, a chance to get out and really see the island, or simply take it easy and enjoy the balmy weather. There are a few exciting events taking place this weekend, infused with tranquil warm blue skies, enjoy!
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Highlights
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is tingling this weekend, and the perfect location to see some awesome festivities. Parque de San Telmo is hosting the Big Bang Vintage Festival, dedicated to rock and roll culture.
La Isleta is celebrating their big weekend of events, highlighting two Papagüevos parades, accompanied this year by a dragon, concerts, a midnight dip, and that’s just on Friday. Saturday will see naval exhibitions, processions, reenactment of the battle, just to name a few.
Guanarteme (the Alfredo Kraus end of Las Canteras) is celebrating its last weekend of festivities, highlighting the Drag Queen Gala on Friday, Romería on Saturday, as well as a nighttime papahuevos parade to see the midnight fireworks. Sunday will see a procession and concerts.
And if that is not enough, our biggest pet fair, “Animundo“, is taking place in Infecar, with a humble entry fee of €1,50
Here are our top picks, from
#GranCanariaWeather for the weekend ahead
Upcoming events:
17-18 October • Sonora Festival in LPA 🎶
17 October – 2 November • Fiestas San Rafael in Vecindario
17-19 October • The Long Walk 2025 – La Aldea – El Burrero
24-25 October • Maspaterror in Parque del Sur 👻 👺 💀
29 October – 2 November • The 1st Gran Canaria Southern Autumn Craft Fair – Faro de Maspalomas
31 October – 1 November • 52º Maspalomas Rally 🚗🚕
7-9 November • Feria del Sureste, SouthEast Fair in Carrizal, Ingenio
10-16 November • Winter Pride Maspalomas
15-16 November • Arucas is Art
21-22 November • Tuna and Sea Fair of Mogán, Arguineguín
6-7 December• XIV Regional Wine, Cheese and Honey Fair of The Canary Islands in Tejeda
7 December • Mogán Avocado Fair 🥑
23 January – 1 March 2026 • Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Carnival
6-22 February 2026 • Gáldar Carnival
10-22 March 2026 • Maspalomas International Carnival
23-26 April 2026 • 50º Rally Islas Canarias 🚗🚕
Upcoming bank holidays 2025:
Friday 24 October:Local bank holiday in Santa Lucía: Festividad de San Rafael
Saturday, 1 NovemberPublic Holiday in Spain – All Saints’ Day, All Hallows Day, Halloween, Día de todos los Santos
Monday 17 NovemberLocal bank holiday in Telde: Festividad de San Gregorio Taumaturgo
Saturday 6 DecemberPublic Holiday in Spain – Day of the Spanish Constitution, Día de la Constitución Española
Monday 8 DecemberPublic Holiday in Spain – Immaculate Conception, Día de la Inmaculada Concepción.
Saturday 13 DecemberLocal bank holiday in Santa Lucía: Patron Saint festivities, Saint Lucy’s Day, Festividad de Santa Lucía
Thursday 25 DecemberPublic Holiday in Spain – Christmas, Natividad del Señor
🍎 Markets:
| San Mateo Weekend Market | Large, popular produce and artisan market, Fri–Sun. |
| Playa de Mogán Friday Market | Held every Friday morning, stalls stretch the port and seafront. |
| Maspalomas Market | Major textile and crafts market, now in Parque Europeo, Sat & Wed. |
| San Lorenzo Agricultural Market | Sunday, 8:00–13:30, about 26 stalls with fresh produce, cheese, bread, etc. |
| San Fernando Farmers’ Market | Biweekly Sunday (next on Aug 3), locally grown food from 08:00–13:30. |
| Maspalomas “Rastro” Second-hand Market | Sunday, Ciudad Deportiva, 08:00–13:30, wide variety of pre-owned goods. |
| Teror Municipal Market | One of Gran Canaria’s oldest Sunday farmers/crafts markets, 08:00–14:00 in plaza. |
🌞 Sun & Heat
Daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 25–27°C in most coastal areas, feeling warmer in direct afternoon sun. UV levels remain very high (8–9), so sunscreen (SPF 50+), hats, and shade breaks are essential to protect skin. It’s best to avoid prolonged sun exposure between 12:00 and 16:00. For outdoor events or walking, carry water to stay hydrated. Highland areas offer milder conditions around 20–23°C, making them perfect for attending mountain fiestas or hiking in pleasant weather.
🏖 Beaches
Southern and western beaches such as Mogán, Puerto Rico, and Maspalomas enjoy long sunny spells, light breezes, and calm seas with water temperatures around 23–24°C. Ideal for swimming and family outings. The north coast starts with some early cloud cover but clears to bright and sunny afternoons, with a moderate Atlantic swell that watersports enthusiasts may appreciate. Remember that UV reflection off water and sand is intense—extra care is advised for children at the beach.
🎉 Events
This weekend’s schedule overflows with enticing options:
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Vega de San Mateo hosts the XII Feria Regional de Patchwork alongside its patron saint festivities.
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The lively San Mateo Weekend Market offers fresh local produce and crafts.
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Sports fans can enjoy the ETB Gran Canaria Pro bodyboard European tour action.
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In Las Palmas, SUM Festival and MASDANZA 2025 bring music and dance performances at Infecar and other venues.
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Agüimes celebrates the lively and messy 48th Bringing of Gofio and Water procession on Saturday under warm, dry skies.
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Valleseco’s Apple and Incarnation festivities with a livestock fair provide great family entertainment in the cooler mountain air.
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Markets bustle across the island at Mesa y López and Musicando festival stages.
🚗 Travel & Safety
Mountain roads may see increased traffic due to patron saint festivals—allow extra time when traveling inland. Evening temperatures drop to 14–17°C in higher elevations, so pack a light jacket for night events. Sea conditions remain safe for swimmers, but always heed local flags and current warnings. Staying hydrated and using reef-safe sunscreen will help protect both visitors and Gran Canaria’s precious coastal ecosystems.
🌤️ (Sources: AEMET – Agencia Estatal de Meteorología, Spain’s official weather agency
enhanced with local knowledge provided by The Canary News AI. Actual Intelligence)
Overview ☀️
🌴 #GranCanariaWeather
Gran Canaria heads into the weekend with prime October weather.
Skies will be mostly clear across the island, with the north seeing some morning and late evening cloud intervals, while the south and central areas enjoy abundant sunshine.
Daytime temperatures are firmly in the mid-20s °C, cooling gently overnight.
A mix of moderate onshore breezes and lighter winds inland ensures air feels comfortably fresh, especially along the north and east coasts.
Sea temperatures remain warm, making for ideal beach conditions.
No weather warnings have been issued, and rain risk is virtually nonexistent for the first part of the week.
#GranCanariaWeather 10-12 October
Friday, October 10
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Weather: North coast starts with cloud patches, mostly clearing by noon, while the rest of the island enjoys mostly sunny weather. The evening may bring some localized mist or light cloud to the highest altitudes and northern valleys.
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Temperatures: Minimum 18°C, Maximum 26°C in Las Palmas (higher in sheltered southern valleys). Coastal water temperature remains at 23–24°C.
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Winds: Moderate, predominantly from the N/NE, up to 15 km/h on open coasts.
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Other: UV index is high (8) and afternoon humidity drops, so sun protection is still crucial.
Saturday, October 11
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Weather: Overall, expect bright and settled weather, with largely unobstructed sunshine. North and northeast may see some light cloud returning by evening, though the afternoon is set to be warm across the island.
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Temperatures: Early lows around 19°C, highs again reaching 26°C; southern resorts may locally touch 27°C.
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Winds: Light seas breezes, 10–15 km/h, shifting from the east toward the west as the day progresses.
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Other: Seawater remains warm, very slight swell. Ideal for outdoor events and beaches. UV index at 8.
Sunday, October 12
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Weather: Brief cloud in the north to start, with another day of clear skies elsewhere. Inland, the afternoon heat peaks gently before easing into a pleasantly warm evening.
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Temperatures: 18–26°C, little day-to-day change; “feels like” stays in the low mid-twenties.
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Winds: Light S/SW breezes, weakest of the weekend—perfect for coastal fun.
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Other: UV index dips slightly, but sunglasses and cover-ups advisable after midday.
🔭 Looking Ahead to Next Week
Outlook for the Week Ahead
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Monday/Tuesday: Weather remains stable into next week. Clear to partly cloudy conditions, especially in inland and southern zones. Maximum temperatures settle at 25–26°C, with minimums of 18–19°C. Winds stay modest (mainly N/NE at 10–15 km/h), with the sea continuing warm and calm. Overnight and early morning humidity increases in the north and highlands could bring patchy cloud or brief mist but no significant rainfall is likely.
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Midweek (Wednesday/Thursday): A slight pattern change is possible as the week progresses. While the first half of the week is dry, some models indicate humidity will increase, raising the chance of afternoon clouds, especially over north/northeast-facing slopes. Temperatures will continue typical of October—highs reaching 26–27°C, with nighttime lows at 19°C. There is a very low but increasing chance (5–25%) of light showers, most probably in the northern areas or uplands, especially Wednesday afternoon onward.
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Winds and General Conditions: Winds will be lighter, shifting to more variable directions midweek—expect periods of flat calm inland and gentle breezes on coasts. The north-facing coasts and highlands may remain breeziest in the afternoons, but nothing disruptive or uncomfortable is forecast.
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Sea and Activities: Calm seas expected all week, with water temperatures holding steady around 23–24°C. Tides are favorable for beachgoers, and no significant swells are anticipated.
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UV and Sun: The UV index eases slightly late in the week but remains elevated—fitting for sunbathing but warranting standard protection. Daylength shortens gradually but there will still be plenty of daylight hours for outdoor events, sports, and excursions.
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Summary Outlook: The pattern shows exceptional stability for October, with only brief passing clouds and the smallest chance of showers late in the week. Outdoor activities, markets, and community events should proceed without weather disruption, and the coast offers warm, inviting conditions for swimming, boating, or relaxation all week.
10-12 October 2025
BIG BANG VINTAGE FESTIVAL LAS PALMAS DE GRAN CANARIA | 9-12 Oct 🎶🎸🎤
The Big Bang Vintage Festival in Parque de San Telmo, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, this weekend!
🎸Festival dedicated to the music and trends of the rock and roll culture
Starting (Fri-Sun) from 11:00, the festival offers four days of live concerts, DJs, retro dance workshops, a food court, a skate zone, children’s activities, tattoo and retro makeup sessions, a classic car expo, a vintage market, comics, barbershop, Canarian authors, and much more.
More than 50 stands from the Canary Islands.
“Good to know! The music sessions on the main stage are the only activity with a ticket (€20+fee). Music starts on stage at 17:00 on Friday and Saturday, and at 12:30 on Sunday.”
Fiestas de La Naval 2025 - La Isleta
In La Isleta, celebrations are held every October to honour Our Lady of La Luz, patron of the Port and protector of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. The festivities commemorate the island’s victory over the ill-fated attack by the British pirates Francis Drake and John Hawkins in October 1595. The festivities are celebrated this year between 27 September – 20 October 2025
Friday 10 October: La Isleta will experience one of its biggest days with El Chapuzón Nocturno
20:00 Que Chimba concert | Calle Tenerife.
20:30 Papagüevos parade, accompanied this year by a dragon provided by the city’s Chinese community and some stilt walkers, from Plaza Nuestra Señora de La Luz.
Route: Plaza de La Luz – Pérez Munos – Anzofé Benecharo – Tauro – Gordillo – Tecén – Taliarte- Faro – Predencia Morales – Paseo de Las Canteras to Real Club Victoria
21:45 Tacones Rojos concert | Calle Tenerife.
22:00 Chapuzón Nocturno | Plaza de María Mérida.
Dragon parade by the Canarian Chinese community and the representation of ‘Perro Maldito de Valsequillo’, a street theatre show of the legendary story.
After the flyer is shot by the mayor, and the ‘‘Chapuzoneros al agua’’ is shouted, the night dip to the ocean will begin, with the grand fireworks spectacle from La Puntilla.
23:00 Night of Music at Plaza de La Luz with Mujeres Liberadas and Aguaje.
00:30 Ringing of the bells and fliers at Plaza de La Luz.
06:00 Rosario de la Aurora procession from the temple.
Route: Pérez Muñoz, La Naval, Benecharo, Tecén , Artemi Semidán, Fontanales, Pérez Muñoz, Saucillo, Faro, Ferreras, Los Gofiones, Tenerife, López Socas, Rosarito y Templo.09:00 Diana Floreada parade from the Plaza de La Luz, announcement of the Feast Day.
Route: Plaza Ntra Sñra de La Luz, Pérez Muñoz, Rosarito, López Socas, Tenerife, Ferreras, Luján Pérez, Saucillo, Princesa Guayarmina, Palmital, Faya, La Naval, Artemi Semidán, Juan Rejón, Pérez Muñoz10:00 Market with Canarian products in Castillo de la Luz and Juan Rejón.
10:30 Artillery equipment exhibition. Exhibition of RAA 94 in the gardens of Castillo de La Luz.
11:00 Naval Exhibition at Plaza de La Luz. Exhibition of the new models of the ship and castle from the Naval Battle.18:00 Commemoration of the Naval battle in the garden of Castillo de La Luz.
A commemoration of the Naval Battle that took place in 1595 in the city, which was defended from the Castle of La Luz by the artillery and residents of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.18:30 Transfer of the symbolic flame.
Transfer of the Flame that gave rise to the name La Luz, from the old parish boundary (Old Campo España) to the parent parish. The transfer will be carried out by the 94th Anti-Aircraft Artillery Regiment, along the following route: Av. Marítima Avenue in front of the old Campo de España, to the Church of La Luz.20:00 Procession of the venerated image of Our Lady of La Luz.
22:30 Batalla Naval – Calle Agustín Millares Sall.
The reenactment of the battle between Sir Francis Drake’s ship and the Castillo de La Luz, using a fireworks display, with models courtesy of the Isleta-Puerto-Guanarteme District. A performance by the Association for the Historical-Cultural Recreation of the Canary Islands Militias of the 15th and 16th Centuries will participate in the event.23:00 The day will conclude with a street party by La Mekánica by Tamarindos at Plaza de La Luz.
Sunday 12 October:
12:00 Foam Party and children’s games at Plaza de La Luz.
20:00 Night of Variety with a performance by the Ballet Sensación and drag queens.
Fiestas del Pilar, Guanarteme, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
The traditional festivities of Virgen del Pilar 2025 in Guanarteme, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, are coming to an end this weekend with a bang.
Highlights:
Friday 10 October
21:30 Drag Queen Gala | Plaza de Pilar
Saturday 11 October:
11:00 Party for the kids with water and foam.
18:00 The traditional romería, pilgrimage. Route: Pavía, Simancas, Covadonga, Secretario Padilla, El Salvador, Vergara, Lepanto, Plaza del Pilar.
20:00 Offerings to the patron saint.
22:00 Concert by Tacones Rojos.
23:30 Papagüevos (the giant puppets with large papier-mâché heads) parade from Plaza del Pilar to Las Canteras Avenue, at the height of the Alfredo Kraus sculpture, to see the spectacular fireworks, from the Muellitos. Route: Plaza del Pilar, Simancas, Covadonga, Auditorio, Pavia, Castillejos, Cayetana Manrique, Simancas, and Plaza del Pilar.
00:00 Fireworks at the height of Alfredo Kraus.
00:30 Verbena, a lively street party with Armonía Show at Plaza del Pilar.
Sunday 12 October: Plaza del Pilar. Feast Day of Our Lady of Pilar.
10:00-20:00 Market
12:00 Eucharist, followed by a procession with the images of Pilar and Santiago Peregrino.
Route: Plaza del Pilar, Lepanto, Castillejos, Cayetana Manrique, Vergana, Covadonga, Secretario Padilla, Lepnato and Plaza del Pilar.
13:30 Grand Paella.
14:00 Concert by Arístides Moreno and the 101 Brass Band.
16:00 Grand Lucrecia Concert for the End of the Pilar Festivities 2025.
"ANIMUNDO" - Pet Fair in INFECAR | 11-12 Oct
The fair features a program of talks (Spanish language), workshops, and an adoption catwalk (from Albergue de Bañaderos, the island’s main pound). In addition, attendees will find products and services for the responsible care of companion animals.
Opening hours:
Saturday from 10:30 to 20:00
Sunday from 10:30 to 19:00
Free entry: children under 12 years of age, accredited unemployed, accredited pensioners and retirees, and accredited disabled people.
Valleseco | Flavour and Tradition Fair - Fiestas de La Encarnación and La Manzana | Saturday 🍏🍏
Valleseco, municipality of Gran Canaria, famous for its apples and cider, has been celebrating the festivities of Incarnation and the Apple, ‘La Encarnación and La Manzana’ and the festivities will conclude this weekend.
In 2011, this festival was declared a Festival of Regional Tourist Interest by the Government of the Canary Islands; hence, a list of activities has been devised to promote this municipality of the island’s medians every year.
“Flavour and Tradition” Fair
This Saturday, Valleseco is filled with flavour and tradition!
Starting at 10:00, around the Town Hall Square.
Enjoy the market, livestock show, donkey rides, workshops, activities for the little ones, milking, shearing, and cheese and bread making.
Apples, cider, gastronomy, and crafts will be the main attractions of a unique day for the whole family.
The apple is the quintessential symbol of Valleseco. The French or Canadian pippin stands out for its quality and peculiar sweet and sour flavor. It was introduced back in 1858 by the then-mayor, who decided to recover the vacant lands of the municipality with fruit trees. Currently, the Valleseco apple serves as the basis for the production of Gran Valle Cider. In addition, it gives its name to a festival, that of the Apple, in which, among other events, a massive pilgrimage is celebrated on the eve of the main festival; a craft fair in which various artisans from the municipality exhibit and show their work to the public, ranging from carpenters, ceramists, leather and stone craftsmen, basket makers to weavers, traditional costume tailor or woodcarver; a competition of dishes made with apples and tastings of cider and other products related to this fruit.
Gran Canaria Frontón King 2025 - Gáldar 🏄♂️
The waves of #GranCanaria will set the pace for international bodyboarding during the 13th edition of Frontonking from this Saturday to the 25th.
This event will take place at the spectacular Frontón on the coast of Galdár. It is also the final of the IBC Bodyboarding World Tour, bringing together the best riders on the planet in an event that has established our island as a benchmark for this sport, consolidating its image as a nature and #ActiveTourism destination. This event will also crown the world champions in the Men and Pro Junior Men categories.
Competition Days: It is all about the waves, so the official confirmation of the days is posted on the event’s official Instagram account @frontonking
Parallel events:
Music
Saturday 11 October: at 18:00 Corona Sunset and at 20:00 Habana 500
Friday 17 October: at 18:00 San Chez and at Lengua de Suegra
Saturday 18 October: at 18:00 Corona Sunset and 20:00 Kilian Viera
Friday 24 October: at 18:00 Pedro Afonso and at 20:00 Yet Garbey
Saturday 25 October: Closing Party 18:00-00:00 with the best energy at a party full of good vibes, a great atmosphere, and sportsmanship spirit, while you enjoy the most spectacular October sunset on the island. With the sets of DJ Baked Belda, DJ Mr Maüi, and DJ Mike’M, the music will be the perfect soundtrack to celebrate a week of sports, friendship, and fun by the sea.
Veneguera Viva - Festival | 10-11 October
The hard-to-reach, hidden little enclave of Veneguera is hosting the gathering, “Veneguera Viva” between 10-11 October 2025.
This 34th neighbourhood festival is all about culture, music, and sustainability.
FRIDAY:
19:00-00:00 The Band Competition will take place in Plaza de Veneguera, where finalists Tierra de Fuegos, Tamar Waters, Eclectone, Etcétera, Martana, Autofilia, and Maldito Ramírez will perform.
00:00-01:30 performance by Javier Cedrés.
🔷 SATURDAY:
Music:
🎶 Stage at Plaza Veneguera.
11:00 | 14:00 | 17:00 | 20:00 | 21:00 | 21:30 | 22:30 | 23:00 | 00:00 | 00:30
performances by Playa Coco, Hiraí Afonso, Gran Canaria Reggae Foundation, Kilombo Improvisado, OM Domínguez & The Village Band, Enak Ska, DJ Kubakanashé, and Ínsula.
🎶 Stage on La Cardonera 12:30-13:30 Julia Rodríguez | 15:30-16:30 Aníbal y Lajalada | 18:30-19:30 Danienverso
• 11:00-20:00 Activities for the whole family.
The Veneguera Cultural Centre will host a large children’s play area with activities specially designed for the little ones: themed face painting with the Canarian allegory, recycling workshops, pencil cases and Canarian geography, games such as balloon chase, a ball pit, inflatables, boti boti balls, themed decorations, as well as a safe space with padded flooring, children’s tables and chairs.
• There will also be a relief drawing workshop on the fauna, flora, and infrastructure of Mogán.
• In parallel, the Veneguera square will host sustainability and tradition workshops: Hama (11:00–19:00), Recycled T-shirts (11:00–19:00), Gofio Kneading (12:30–14:30), Clay Pendants (15:00–17:00), and Canarian Backpack Design (17:30–19:30).
• Gastronomy and Crafts Fair, which will bring together local producers and artisans.
🚍🌿 Special bus service for Veneguera
A special Global bus service will be available to facilitate sustainable transportation to the event.
🔹 Line 86: Puerto de Mogán – Veneguera
• Saturday, October 11: Departures every 30 minutes from 09:00 to 01:00.
🔹 Line 86: Veneguera – Puerto de Mogán
• Saturday, October 11: Departures every 30 minutes from 11:00 to 04:00 on Sunday.
• Sunday, October 12: Additional departures at 06:00 and 07:00.
Camping and Sustainability:
In 2025, the Veneguera soccer field will host a camping area for campers and caravans, which is already fully booked.
The Veneguera Meeting continues to champion sustainability, promoting recycling, responsible consumption, and respect for the natural environment, consolidating its position as a cultural and environmental landmark in Gran Canaria.
7th Eco Rally Canarias | Saturday
Gran Canaria and Tenerife Host the Most Alternative Rally, The Eco Rally Canarias, between 10-11 October 2025.
The rally tests all the registered teams in their different categories: electric, plug-in hybrids, and conventional hybrids. A unique competition that places greater emphasis on efficient driving, achieved through a compromise between lower energy consumption and consistent average speeds, was proposed by the organizers. This is made even more difficult by holding the event on roads open to normal traffic, with the usual problems encountered by the eco-rally convoy.
The Shopping Centre Alisios is the headquarters for the rally and where the cars are also be located.
Saturday’s stage on Gran Canaria, with a route of approximately 130 km and four TRs totalling approximately 85 km of regularity, with two intermediate regroupings in Valleseco and Moya. In total, the stages will feature approximately 180-190 checkpoints, one for every 800 m of stage, which is higher than the usual average for other CEEA rallies.
