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The Canary Guide #WeekendTips 22-24 November 2024
Well, it is just over four weeks until the Christmas celebrations, so things are just going to get busier and busier as the season builds, even on Gran Canaria. Warm weather for the upcoming weekend with some interesting events to enjoy. The south eastern municipality of Ingenio is the next to celebrate their Christmas lights-on event this weekend and there is a Motor and Commercial Fair taking place in El Carrizal. In Arguineguín, the...
The Canary Guide #WeekendTips 15-17 November 2024
Here we go, the Christmas season on Gran Canaria starts this weekend with the first seasonal events, and the Xmas Lights are switched on in towns and shopping centres. Events and activities will continue all the way up to 6 January, when their Majesties, The Three Kings (aka Wise Men) are celebrated on the Epiphany, their special Day. The weather however is not looking so high-spirited over the next few days as some rain is in the forecast, though south will likely miss the worst of it, as...
The Canary Guide #WeekendTips 8-10 November 2024
A gorgeous and warm November weekend is ahead on Gran Canaria. There are some pretty awesome events happening all around the island. Perfect days are ahead for some exploration and enjoyment!8-10 November The weekend highlights includes the big 'Feria del Sureste' (ideal for those artisanal trinkets and seasonal shopping for gifts), the SouthEast Fair in Vecindario. The last days of Winterpride with free night shows on at the Yumbo, in...
The Canary Guide #WeekendTips 1-3 November 2024 & Noche de Finaos
Hello November! The first weekend of the month starts with a bank holiday in Spain, a "puente" long weekend. Sun will shine and there are many events taking place this Night of the Dead Finaos weekend, all around Gran Canaria. Get out and see the island. Friday, 1st of November 2024 is also a National bank holiday throughout Spain. Government buildings, offices and banks will be closed, including some shopping centres and...
The Canary Guide #WeekendTips 25-27 October 2024
It's the last weekend of October and there are a variety of great things to go, and do, and see, all around Gran Canaria. That being said, autumn rains have finally found us here... Such a lot of good options for different activities and festivities to enjoy this weekend, but with some rain in the forecast on the north of the island, just a simply reminder, adverse weather conditions might cause outdoor events to be postponed or...
The Canary Guide #WeekendTips 18-20 October 2024
A wonderful October weekend ahead on Gran Canaria. Lovely warm autumn weather is predicted and there are some awesome public events, activities and festivities on offer. There is the wonderfully earthy Km.0 Fair Gran Canaria fair in Santa Brígida, with an emphasis on wine. Movelec, the Canary Islands electric vehicle show and La Naval Festivities are on in the capital. To the south there is an Artisanal and Gastronomy fair in...
The Canary Guide #WeekendTips October 4-6 2024
Hello October! A tremendous start to the last quarter of the year with a packed weekend ahead. There are Patron saints' fiestas with pilgrimage offerings, religious processions and fireworks, an apple festival, a dance festival, multiple fairs and monthly markets, music festivals and much more to enjoy and explore on Gran Canaria. Our weekend list includes multiple different events in the capital, and on the coast of Arucas they are celebrating the Cangrejo Festival. Patron Saints' festivities...
The Canary Guide #WeekendTips 27-29 September 2024
Welcome to The Canary Guide #WeekendTips 27-29 September - It is going to be a busy last weekend of September on Gran Canaria, with many different kinds of festivities and celebrations to choose from. There are patron saints' festivities, a Pet Fair, markets, rally racing and of course, the last of the “End of Summer” festivities just to name a few worth highlighting. There's a townhall sponsored music festival on offer by Anexo II in Playa del Inglés, with TouriFest Maspalomas to celebrate...
The Canary Guide #WeekendTips 20-22 September 2024
A full swing of traditional patron saints’ fiestas is on offer this weekend around Gran Canaria with pilgrimage offerings and popular events galore. It is such a special time to visit towns and villages whilst they are celebrating their festivities and are all decked out and decorated. There is a double fair to enjoy in Agüimes with Km.0 Fair Gran Canaria and Feria del Sol. Main days of patron saint festivities to live in San Mateo, Tejeda, Valsequillo and Schamann district in the capital...
The Growing Importance of British Post-Brexit Tourism
British tourism has long been a vital part of the Canary Islands’ economy, but in the years following the UK’s exit from the European Union, the significance of British visitors has reached new heights. British tourists now account for a massive 41% of the total revenue generated by the islands' tourism sector, highlighting their growing dominance in this key industry. This trend is particularly evident in popular destinations...
