#WeekendTips 29-31 August 2025
Hello “Noche de Finaos” and November. It is going to be a busy first weekend of the month with traditional and new-ish events to celebrate the traditional “Noche de Finaos” on Friday, infused with Halloween madness. This will be combined with monthly markets, the last of the patron saint festivities in Vecindario, and even a rally on the south of the island.
It’s a great weekend to get out and about, into the mountains, up to the rugged North Coast, to the capital or wind to the wild west, for some of the wonderful monthly markets happening all across the island as it is the first weekend of the month.
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Highlights
• In the south, enjoy an Artisan Fair by the Maspalomas lighthouse, ‘Mas Comerio SBT’ fair in Parque del Sur, and then there is also the Maspalomas Rally taking place. And when there is a rally going on, it also means road closures during the stages.
• In Artenara, the highest altitude village on Gran Canaria, there is the traditional monthly market on Saturday and concerts in the evening, and on Sunday, discover the Traditions fair. What a great weekend to stay up in the mountains for the night in one of the rural houses or hotels.
• Monthly markets to enjoy also in Tejeda and La Aldea, and the English Market in Las Palmas. Then there are the newer craft fairs in Gáldar and Guía.
• Vecindario is celebrating their last weekend of Fiestas San Rafael with some big concerts and then some.
Noche de Finaos
The 31st of October has long been celebrated here in the Canary Islands. A most traditional celebration where families gather and tell each other stories of family members long departed, ancestors of note, parents, grandparents, and the occasional spooky ghost story. Of course, US influences have seeped in over recent years, but the more traditional Canarians have always seen this as a great opportunity to reconnect with the past and munch on sweet chestnuts, freshly roasted over open fires, as each community gathers together to celebrate mid-autumn and remember their dead.
Whether it is the Christian Fiesta de Todos los Santos, the more pagan Halloween from which it comes, All Saints Eve, All Hallows’ Eve, the Canarian Noche de Finaos, which lead to the Mexican Day of the Dead or simply the Fiesta de la Castaña (the chestnut) there are plenty of seasonal celebrations going on this Friday night all around Gran Canaria, and on into the weekend. The cemeteries will have extended opening hours for the families to visit. These days, it’s a mix of traditions and commercial activities here, and if it encourages a night out, many bars and restaurants will do their best to entertain and frighten, so dressing up is ALWAYS encouraged!
Saturday, 1st of November 2025 is also a National bank holiday throughout Spain. Some local stores might be closed, so good idea to double check the opening hours before planning a shopping trip.
“With the arrival of autumn, thousands of Cory’s shearwater chicks take their first night flight from the cliffs to the sea. But instead of following the moonlight, many are dazzled by urban lighting, especially in densely populated coastal areas. This disorients them, causing them to fall to the ground, crash into lampposts or power lines, and even be run over.”
If you find an injured shearwater, the first thing to do is to catch it, using a rag if it tries to bite you. Don’t leave it for later, because they’re capable of hiding.
Then carefully place it in a cardboard box; other materials tend to damage the feathers, and they are more delicate than they appear at first glance.
It’s also a good idea to fill the bottom of the box with sawdust or newspaper shavings, which act as absorbents for any animal droppings. You can ventilate the inside of the box by making a few holes in it.
Once closed, leave the box in a quiet place, protected from the sun or rain, and call the emergency numbers: 112, Guardia Civil, Local Police, Red Cross, Civil Protection, or the Environmental Department.
Do not give any water or food.
Here are our top picks, from
#GranCanariaWeather for the weekend ahead
Upcoming events:
7 November • Sabores del Mundo: De Tapas en Maspalomas, parking lot of CC Yumbo
7-9 November • Operation Kilo: The big collection – Food Drive
7-9 November • Feria del Sureste, SouthEast Fair in Carrizal, Ingenio
8 November • The 12th Quick painting competition Playa de Mogán
10-16 November • Winter Pride Maspalomas
15-16 November • Arucas is Art
21-22 November • Tuna and Sea Fair of Mogán, Arguineguín
22-23 November • Km.0 Fair Gran Canaria in Cruce de Arinaga, Agüimes
28-30 November • Agüimes Christmas Market 🎄🎁✨
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
14-28 March • Carrizal Carnival
25-29 March • Costa Mogán Carnival
23-26 April 2026 • 50º Rally Islas Canarias 🚗🚕
Upcoming bank holidays 2025:
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. |
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🛍️ Enjoy local markets for unique crafts and delicious food—from Maspalomas to Artesania, Tejeda, Gáldar, La Aldea, and Guía.
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🏁 Check schedules and plan routes, especially near Maspalomas rally stages and major events, to avoid road closures and busy areas.
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🌞🧢💧 Pack SPF, hats, and water—the sun remains strong even in autumn.
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🏞️🎶 Explore mountain villages for traditions, concerts, and fairs. Consider staying overnight to enjoy the tranquility and culture.
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🌰🔥 Celebrate Noche de Finaos in true Canarian style, with chestnut roasting and traditional events across the island.
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🏃♂️🌱 Support sustainable and inclusive sport with Binter NightRun, and help local causes by joining in the green mile charity event (Las Palmas).
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🐥🆘 Be mindful of wildlife: If you see a Cory’s shearwater chick in trouble, follow wildlife guidelines—place it in a ventilated box and contact emergency numbers; never feed or give water.
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🛒🕑 Shop early—Saturday is a national bank holiday; some shops will be closed.
🌤️ (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 first weekend of November with generally settled autumn weather. Most areas will experience dry conditions beneficial for the scheduled outdoor events highlighted in the #WeekendTips, such as local markets, the 52º Rallye de Maspalomas, Noche de Finaos commemorations, and the Binter NightRun. Thursday marks the only notable risk of precipitation, mainly affecting inland and mountainous regions, but the duration should be brief.
#GranCanariaWeather Oct 31- Sep 2
Friday 31 October
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Weather: Clear and sunny. Rainfall risk drops to zero.
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Temperatures: Minimum 17°C, maximum 25°C.
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Wind: Light, variable from the south, gusts up to 10 km/h.
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Events Impact: Weather is stable and suitable for evening outdoor activities, including Noche de Finaos.
Saturday 1 November
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Weather: Predominantly clear skies throughout the day.
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Temperatures: Minimum 19°C, maximum 29°C.
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Wind: Light, from the south, negligible gusts.
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Events Impact: Good conditions for sporting events and markets; UV index reaches 6 midday.
Sunday 2 November
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Weather: Continued sunny and dry.
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Temperatures: Minimum 22°C, maximum 30°C.
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Wind: Light, shifting from north to south, gusts up to 5 km/h.
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Events Impact: Suitable for all scheduled community and family activities.
🔭 Looking Ahead to Next Week
Looking Ahead:
(Monday 3 – Wednesday 5 November)
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Monday to Tuesday: Predominantly sunny, with max temperatures stable at 29°C and nightly lows around 20°C.
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Rain: Very low chance (0–5%) until Wednesday, when the probability rises to 25% in northern/interior zones late in the day.
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Wind: Calm, with occasional light breezes from varying directions.
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Humidity: Gradually falling to 50–65%, maintaining comfortable conditions.
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UV Index: Moderate (6), so basic sun protection remains recommended.
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Outlook: The forecast suggests a continuation of mild, settled weather with only a small increase in rain risk midweek, which is likely to be short-lived and limited in scope.
In summary:Gran Canaria will see mostly favourable autumn weather through the weekend, with only Thursday presenting any significant rain risk. Conditions from Friday onward are expected to be stable and dry, supporting all planned events and outdoor activity, with a minor rain risk reappearing towards Wednesday next week.
31 October – 2 November 2025
The 1st Gran Canaria Southern Autumn Craft Fair - Faro de Maspalomas | until Sunday
The 1st Gran Canaria ‘Otoño Sur’ Craft Fair 2025 by FEDAC, the Foundation for Ethnography and Craft Development of the Canary Islands.
From October 29th to November 2nd, the Maspalomas Lighthouse hosts the first edition of the Southern Autumn Gran Canaria Craft Fair.
Discover unique pieces that fuse tradition and innovation, reflecting the essence of our culture.
Opening hours: 10:00-19:00
76 artisans from 17 municipalities will showcase 25 crafts in three spaces designed to allow tradition and modernity to interact without barriers.
Six participants will be taking part for the first time.
Music performances:
"Mas Comercio SBT" Fair - Parque Sur de Maspalomas | Saturday & Sunday
“Mas Comercio SBT” – commercial fair will take place between 1-2 November in the Parque del Sur, Maspalomas, as a boost for the pre-Christmas season.
Opening hours:
Saturday from 10:00-22:00
Sunday from 10:00-16:00.
In addition to the shopping avenue, the event will feature a family area, “Peque Emprende,” dedicated to the little ones, with various craft and game workshops, and the “Peque Profesionales” educational and recreational tent. There will also be a gastronomic boulevard with several food trucks operating during the fair. The wellness area offers various sessions of yoga, Zumba, Pilates, salsa, and Latin dance, among other physical activities. The program of activities includes musical performances by local groups and artists, and a fashion show. The fair will feature around 50 stands representing the municipality’s different types of businesses.
Maspalomas Rally | Friday & Saturday
The 52º Rallye de Maspalomas will take place this Saturday, 1 November 2025, with the ceremonial start on Friday from Faro de Maspalomas.
The spectacular rally, which in 2025 returns to the CCRA (Canary Islands Championship) and the Canary Islands Rally Trophy. In addition to continuing in the BP Las Palmas Championship, the Las Palmas Regularity Sport Championship, it is also part of several regional and provincial promotional cups and trophies.
The dates are October 31 and November 1, with the venue in Meloneras, starting and finishing at Plaza del Faro Maspalomas, and an itinerary on Saturday consisting of nine timed stages.
“When there is a rally going on, it also means road closures during the stages.”
Rally route
The selected special stages are:
SS1, SS4, and SS7 “Era del Cardón-Agüimes” (9.2 km), which will run at 09:30, 13:50, and 18:20.
SS2, SS5, and SS8 “Cazadores-La Cumbre” (11.4 km), at 10:30, 14:50, and 19:20.
SS3, SS6, and SS9 “Ayacata-San Bartolomé” (10.3 km), at 11:10, 15:30, and 20:00.
The entire rally operation will be centered near Expo-Meloneras, where the rally office, vehicle scrutineering (Friday, 14:00 to 19:00), and the service/regrouping park will be located. The start ceremonies (at 20:00) on Friday and the finish/trophy presentation ceremony (21:40) will take place in the nearby Plaza del Faro in Maspalomas.
Following the pre-rally and the start ceremony on the evening of Friday, October 31, the Saturday competition begins at 08:30 and concludes with the final finish at the Lighthouse at 21:00. The trophy presentation ceremony will then follow. In addition to the nine special stages, the rally caravan will pass through Meloneras twice for technical assistance, starting at 12:05 and 16:25 on Saturday.
The new road map covers familiar stretches in the southeast, the summit of Gran Canaria, and the village of Tunte. These three sections with three different triple-pass stages add up to 86.15 timed km of the total 349.15 km route, which accounts for almost 25% of the route.
The historic Maspalomas rally is expected to boast a large field of entries as the closing event of the CCRA and most of the rally championships, where several titles are sure to be decided. To this end, the San Bartolomé de Tirajana-based team offers a simple yet selective route. Participating teams can outdo each other on each pass through the timed sections, ensuring the excitement of the various disputes extends to the final finish.
Last year, the fight for victory was fiercely contested, ultimately won by Armide Martín-Pedro Domínguez in the Skoda Fabia R5, followed on the podium by their teammates Luis Monzón-José Carlos Déniz (Citroen C3 Rally2). Third-place finish by Iván Armas-Tino Guerra in the Porsche 911 GT3.
The Maspalomas event also counts towards the Canary Islands Junior Trophy, the FALP Promotion Trophy, the Rally4 Cup Canarias, the Clio Trophy Canarias, the Toyota-Enma-2RM Trophy, the Faroga 1.6-Pastelería La Madera Cup, the FALP 2026 Volante and the N3 Cup.
The selected special stages are:
SS1, SS4, and SS7 “Era del Cardón-Agüimes” (9.2 km), which will run at 09:30, 13:50, and 18:20.
SS2, SS5, and SS8 “Cazadores-La Cumbre” (11.4 km), at 10:30, 14:50, and 19:20.
SS3, SS6, and SS9 “Ayacata-San Bartolomé” (10.3 km), at 11:10, 15:30, and 20:00.
Artenara Traditional Market and evening concerts | Saturday 1st
The traditional monthly market of Artenara will take place this Saturday in the highest altitude village on Gran Canaria, and the least populated.
This mountain village is surrounded by nature and tranquility and is also known for its large ‘ Rio style’ Jesus statue, the Heart of Jesus, placed in 1996, created by the sculptor José Luis Marrero.
Discover beautiful views and viewpoints, and the location of archaeological interest, with various flavours of local gastronomy.
From 10:00 to 17:00 market, music, bouncy castles, and face painting for the little ones.
In the evening, Artenara is filled with music at Plaza Artenara. Enjoy an afternoon and evening filled with rhythm, tradition, and good energy in the heart of the municipality.
📍 Artenara Square
🎶 18:00 – Los Granjeros
They will thrill us with their joy and unmistakable folklore.
🎶 21:00 – Los Gofiones
They will close the day with a very special concert, full of emotion and top-quality Canarian music.
“The best thing to do is to find a casa rural or hotel nearby and stay for the night.”
Artenara | Traditions Fair | Sunday 2nd
This Sunday, the fifth edition of “Fair of Traditions” Feria de las Tradiciones in Artenara, the highest altitude village on Gran Canaria and the least populated. This mountain village is surrounded by nature and tranquility and is also known for its large ‘ Rio style’ Jesus statue, the Heart of Jesus, placed in 1996, created by the sculptor José Luis Marrero. Beautiful views and viewpoints, and a location of archaeological interest, with various flavours of local gastronomy.
The Fair of Traditions, from 10:00 to 16:00, offers workshops and demonstrations of ancient crafts, tastings, Canarian music, artisanal products, and activities for the whole family.
Tejeda Agricultural and Craft Market | Sunday 2nd
This Sunday, Tejeda is embellished with tradition with the Agricultural and Artisan Market – Finaos 2025 Special Edition. From 10:30 to 15:00, the heart of the town hosts a day filled with local products, authentic flavors, and activities for the whole family to enjoy.
You can find fresh fruits and vegetables, honey, cheese, olives, locally produced eggs, homemade pastries, and crafts lovingly made by artisans at Plaza del Socorro.
Music will be provided by Parranda El Mejunje (11:15-12:00) and Parranda La Polvajera (13:30-14:45), who will give the rhythm for a day celebrating the best of our traditions.
We will also enjoy an Audiovisual Puppet Show, “Cultural Landscape of Risco Caído and the Sacred Mountains of Gran Canaria” for families (suitable for all ages) at 12:15. Produced by Cancionero Isleño and promoted by the Institute for World Heritage Management and the Gran Canaria Biosphere Reserve. Bouncy castle for the little ones in the family from 11:30-14:30 at Plaza del Mirador del Ayuntamiento
“Located in the mountainous central part of the island and more than 1000 meters above sea level, Tejeda’s agricultural and handicraft market,
Mercadillo de Tejeda takes place every first Sunday of the month.”
Gáldar Farmers' Market | Sunday 2nd
This Sunday, the Gáldar Farmers’ Market returns!
On November 2nd, Plaza de Santiago comes alive with the flavours, aromas, and colors of the countryside. Come and enjoy fruits, vegetables, breads, cheeses, honey, wines, and much more, made with the love and effort of our island producers.
It will be a day to share, discover, and support Gran Canaria’s primary sector, with live music and a family atmosphere that celebrates our heritage. 🎶
📍 Plaza de Santiago de Gáldar
🕘 from 09:00 to 13:30
🍍😍 Shop, enjoy, and support the local economy.
La Aldea Market | Saturday 1st
La Aldea de San Nicolás celebrates on Saturday, 1 November 2025, a new edition of their agricultural market and the exhibition of crafts and accessories.
From 10:00 to 14:00, a new day of support for local businesses and village crafts will take place in and around Plaza de La Alameda.
This time there will be children’s entertainment and a chestnut tasting.
🏛️ In addition, the Canary Islands Foundation’s Museum Network for the Community Development Project will be open during the morning, and the “Cult of Death” Route will be held, organized by the Foundation. Registration is required at 👉fundacionproyectocomunitariolaaldea.org
The La Aldea Market, Crafts and Accessories is a lovely local market to visit in the westernmost municipality of the island, with local produce, artisans, and music on offer every first Saturday of each month.
“A perfect time to also visit the coast and the renovated beach promenade and visit the fabulous viewpoint del Balcón, the “Dragon’s tail!”
Guía Craft Fair | Saturday 1st
✨ The Craft Fair returns to the Guía Market – Mercado de Guía!
This Saturday, November 1st, from 08:00 to 15:00, enjoy a unique morning with the best handmade products by local artisans 🧺🕯️👩🎨
Find unique pieces of ceramics, jewelry, textiles, decor, natural products, and much more… all with the charm and authenticity of our land 🌿
Guía Weekend Market:
Take advantage of your visit to browse the stalls of the regular weekend market, savour fresh, local products, and experience the welcoming atmosphere of Santa María de Guía.
The Market of Guía is open from Friday to Sunday 08:00-15:00 and the Gastro Market opens on Fridays and Saturdays from 20:00 and on Sunday from 17:00, enlivened by music.
Fiestas San Rafael 2025 - Vecindario | until 2 November
The co-patron festivities of the municipality of Santa Lucía de Tirajana, in honour of San Rafael, are celebrated in Vecindario until this weekend, 2 November 2025. This is a festival to celebrate the city, tradition, and culture.
“Don’t forget the FunFair ‘Los Cochitos’ is set up at the fairgrounds of Vecindario. Open in the evenings”
Highlights this weekend:
Thursday 30 October:
from 19:00 Tapas Night on Avenida de Canarias and Plaza de Los Algodoneros
Friday 31 October:
22:00 “Southeast Music Night” will feature performances by La Guagua Band, Makana Connection, and Neketán Pinchadiscos. Fairground
Saturday 1 November:
10:00-15:00, the charity event “Un corte, una ilusión” (A Cut, a Dream) will take place on Avenida de Canarias (Plaza de Los Algodoneros). The Barbería collective will offer a men’s haircut for seven euros, along with a toy that will later be donated.
20:00 “Bejeque en México” Show will take place in Plaza de San Rafael. This will be followed by a “Tribute to Shakira” at 22:30 and a street party at 00:00 at the fairgrounds.
Sunday 2 November:
10:30 “Vecindario Family Jumping,” a sports obstacle course for families, which will take place in the morning on Avenida de Canarias. (this needs pre-registration)
13:00 III San Rafael Latino at Recinto Ferial. There will be salsa, bachata, and Rueda Latina workshops, as well as performances by the Orquesta Maracaibo and the Orquesta Salsa 7.
Mercadillo Inglés - The English Market in Las Palmas de G.C. | Sunday 2nd
“The English Market, ‘Mercadillo Inglés’ every first weekend of each month in the magic garden of plants and their shop of pots,
trinkets, tools and fashions at the British Club (C/ León y Castillo 278) in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria “La Casa de las Semillas”.
The Christmas season at the Mercadillo Inglés has officially begun 💫🎄 This Sunday, 2 November 2025 another edition of the English market from 10:00-18:00
Canarian brands, music, children’s activities, and a cafeteria hosted by @churchill_lpa ✨
Binter NightRun 2025 - Las Palmas de Gran Canaria | Saturday 1st 🏃🏃🏿
Binter NightRun 2025 is the largest national night running circuit in the capital. The 12th edition will be this Saturday, 1 November 2025.
The race will once again dye the city streets green with a route that passes through iconic points such as Las Canteras beach, the Port area, and Mesa y López Street. The start and finish will be located, once again this year, in Plaza de Canarias.
The Binter NightRun is a sustainable, inclusive race designed for everyone. With free registration for athletes with disabilities in the 5K and 10K distances, the event reinforces its commitment to inclusion and environmental respect. Furthermore, the 10K circuit is officially approved, making it an excellent opportunity for those looking to improve their time.
The program, as is the tradition, will open with the Family Green Mile. This is a charity distance in which 100% of the proceeds go to projects helping people in situations of social or economic vulnerability. This year, each contribution will support the work of the Canary Islands Lung Cancer Foundation.
Starting times:
Milla Verde: 19:30
5K: 20:00
10K: 21:oo
Good to remember that a sporting event of this size will also mean road closures and traffic restrictions in the area
