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Foundation Investigated for Alleged Mismanagement of Public Funds Meant for Care of Unaccompanied Migrant Minors
Jun, 2023 |
The 7th Investigative Court of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria has opened a preliminary investigation into the Social Response Foundation Siglo XXI and four of its directors. The Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office in Las Palmas filed a complaint against them, alleging crimes that could include forgery of commercial documents, mismanagement, and embezzlement of public funds. The investigation aims to determine whether this nonprofit organisation, and its officials, could have misused public funds intended for the care of unaccompanied migrant minors, during the migration crisis of 2020 that was precipitated by the pandemic confinement on the islands, leading to a build up of arrivals having to be assessed and cared for by the Canary Islands Regional Government, using hotels left empty due to the lack of tourism. The estimated amount involved in the alleged misuse stands at around €12.5 million between 2020 and 2022 on Gran Canaria alone.
Canary Islands Expect Rain and Potential Storm Weather Next Week
Jun, 2023 |
The Canary Islands are preparing for a change in the weather next week, as a significant increase in cloud is expected bringing higher probability of rain. The effects of a powerful storm forming in the Atlantic Ocean are likely to extend to the Canary Islands as well as neighbouring Madeira and The Azores.
The Canary Guide #WeekendTips 2-4 June 2023
Jun, 2023 |
June is here and that means that summer is just around the corner. The Patron Saints’ festivities in honour of San Juan de Bautista and San Antonio de Padua are just getting started on Gran Canaria, and in Pueblo de Mogán the main Romería pilgrimage for San Antonio El Chico is this first Saturday of June, as well as the start of the build up to those in Arucas, Santa Brígida and Moya. This weekend also brings the biggest outlet fair shopping experience back to INFECAR and a collectables fair in Gáldar.
OPERATION KILO is this weekend, at all participating supermarkets, asking you to add a few non-perishable food items to the Food Bank collection boxes to help families in need.
Vox Enters Canarian Politics, Stage Right: Anti-Migrant, Anti-Feminist, Anti-Green, Anti-Autonomy, Anti-LGBT, Anti-Multiculturalism, Pro-Franco politics find a foothold on The Canary Islands
May, 2023 |
The Canary Islands were unable to avoid the rise of the far right on Sunday, unlike in 2019, writes Natalia G. Vargas in Canarias Ahora. Vox, which previously had no representation on the islands, managed to make its presence felt in several municipalities and councils this May 28. They also secured seats in the Canary Islands’ regional parliament, securing four deputies. “Defending what is ours, our own, and fighting against insecurity” were the slogans that underpinned Vox’s campaign in The Canary Islands, along with “family, employment, and freedom.” This rhetoric, coupled with an electoral program that was repeated across all local elections in Spain, proved sufficient. Dozens of cities and towns on the islands welcomed their first far right candidates of the modern democratic era into Canarian politics, with urban areas serving as their main strongholds.
La Alcaldesa Bueno Secures Incredible Majority in Mogán
May, 2023 |
Mogán, May 29, 2023 – The often controversial incumbent, O Bueno, La Alcaldesa, has achieved an unprecedented and resounding victory once more in Mogán. The candidate who switched her party’s name, for these elections, to “Juntos por Mogán”, a local ally of the regionalist conservatives “Coalición Canaria” (CC), will once again assume the role of mayor. Her party has clinched a rather noteworthy 17 out of the 21 seats in the Municipal Council of this popular tourism destination located on the sunny southwest of Gran Canaria.

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The Canary Guide #WeekendTips 1-3 July 2022
Jul, 2022 | Events & Leisure, Fairs & Markets, Weekend Tips
Hello July and Hello Summer!
The summer months of July to September witness some of the most popular celebrations and the biggest traditional festivities and ‘romería’ pilgrimage offerings, on Gran Canaria.
In July, we have the Virgen del Carmen festivities in multiple locations, patron saint festivities in the name of Santiago Apóstol in Gáldar and San Bartolomé de Tirajana (This is also the Holy Year of ‘the Way of St. James’ on Gran Canaria ) and then there’s the Maspalomas Soul Festival towards the end of the month.
La Rama is in Agaete during August. The Fiestas del Pino, for the patron saint of Gran Canaria and the Fiesta del Charco, in La Aldea, in September, just to name a few of the biggest. Not forgetting all the other music festivals and concerts, bringing some most famous artists to the island including March Anthony and Pet Shop Boys.
This weekend will see history being made as Las Palmas de Gran Canaria celebrates its Carnival festivities in the summer season, for the first time. It’s the main Fataga Apricot festivalv weekend, just 20 minutes from the beaches of Maspalomas; experience a traditional Farmers’ Feast in San Mateo, as well as commercial street fair in the town of Ingenio, together with their Patron Saint San Pedro’s festivities coming to an end at the same time. Don’t forget to check The Canary Guide calendar for other events and festivities.
Upcoming local bank holidays: Saturday 16 July, Mogán- Virgen del Carmen, the patron saint of sailors and fishermen.Monday 25 July, Gáldar and San Bartolomé de Tirajana – patron saint festivities in honour of Santiago Apóstol, Saint James the ApostleTuesday 26 July, Gáldar – Festivities Santa Ana
Upcoming events for July: Fiestas del Carmen Arguineguín 8-17 July540th Fiestas Mayores de Santiago in Gáldar 8-27 JulyPet Shop Boys – Concert 16 July – Gran Canaria ArenaRomeria, Virgen del Carmen La Isleta (Las Palmas de Gran Canaria) 23 JulyMaspalomas Soul Festival 29-31 July
Spanish State Meteorological Agency, AEMET, forecast a weekend of warm weather and sunshine and some possible morning clouds in the southern resorts of Mogán and Maspalomas. With a UV index of around 11 and temperatures in the shade staying around the upper 20s, sea breezes from the south will put next week in to the low 30s and climbing.
It is good to remember that the weather can occasionally be quite changeable, and hard to predict, even just a short distance inland from the usually sunnier coastal weather on the south, other things can happen.
Throughout the weekend in the south, day time should have clear skies, according to the weather forecast, and the north of the island will experience more prominent cloud cover, and the possibility of rain.
*** Check the regular markets and a range of other events on our main calendar on The Canary Guide website***
• 1-3 July, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria• Summer Carnival 2022
Three days of intense celebrations, concerts, and parades as the Carnival of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria takes place in the summer season, for the first time in history. This is the second part of the Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 2022 carnival celebrations, this weekend. The theme this year is “La Tierra”, The Earth.
On Friday-The Winner’s parade at 19:00A parade of all the gala winners; the Queen, the drag queen, and all the Carnival groups from Castillo de La Luz (Castle of Light) to the commercial area of Mesa y Lòpez.-Music by Kilian Viera, Toni Bob and Línea DJ on stage at Plaza de España at 21:30 and-Latin Carnival at 22:00 on stage at Estadio InsularOn Saturday, The Grand Parade, La Gran Cabalgata at 17:00The Carnival Parade from Castillo de La Luz to Parque de San TelmoOn Sunday,-Batucarnival at 12:00. A lively street parade with rhythmic groups and the beat of sambas percussive style touring the boulevards of Mesa y López.-Day Time Carnival 13:00-20:00, ‘Carnival de día‘ with four stages set up in the city offering music in different formats, and styles, from 13:00 to 20:00. Plaza de España, Parque Santa Catalina (the main carnival stage), Plaza de la Musica (next to the Alfredo Kraus Auditorium) and Estadio Insular.
-The Burial of the Sardine at 20:00 and fireworks at 21:30. The burial procession for the Sardine, from Parque Santa Catalina to Playa de Las Canteras.
“Carnival celebrations also mean road closures, in the capital, during the whole weekend”
• 2-3 July, Fataga• Fiestas del Albaricoque 2022
The picturesque village of Fataga in the municipality of San Bartolome de Tirajana is just 25 minutes drive inland from Maspalomas. They have been celebrating their apricot festival since last weekend and festivities come to an end this Sunday.
On Saturday evening, the Gran Romería pilgrimage offering processes through the streets of this most beautiful little mountain village. Starting at 19:00 from the cemetery, heading towards Plaza de Fataga, with Canarian folk dancing and music, traditional costumes, and carts full of offerings. In the main church square, a Verbena, street party into the early hours of Sunday morning.
On Sunday, enjoy ‘Taste of Fataga’ with tapas, a traditional market, and live music from 14:00.
• 2-3 July, Vega de San Mateo• Fiesta del Agricultor y Feria de Artesania
This is a very traditional “Farmer’s Feast” and Artisan Craft Fair in Vega de San Mateo at the Plaza del Mercado, Plaza de la Solidaridad (the new square) on Saturday and Sunday from 10:00.
Enjoy an authentic experience in this authentic rural mountain market town, where you will find tastings of traditional produce, folkloric performances, demonstrations of traditional activities, alongside the usual weekly market etc., for all those who want to experience this very traditional festival in San Mateo.
Artisanal craft Fair, Feria de Artesania on Saturday 10:00-20:00 and on Sunday 10:00-16:00
• 2-3 July, Santa Brigida• Recreación Histórica de la Batalla de El Batán de 1599
The 4th edition of the Historical Reenactment of the Battle of El Batán is to be held at the Finca El Galeón, the infrastructure for public use in the municipality of Santa Brígida. El Batán in 1599, witnessed the population of the island, including natives and colonial settlers, supported by a handful of militiamen, fighting alongside the military authorities of the time, managing to repel an attack on the island by the Dutch fleet, commanded by Vice-Admiral Pieter Van der Does, known more as a pirate around these parts.
A festive atmosphere with a show around what life was like at the end of the 16th century on Gran Canaria.anyone can participate, either as a spectator or as an extra, wearing costumes, and demonstrating livelihoods and music of time.
members of the public can visit the camp on Saturday from 10:30-13:00, where an exhibition of historical clothes, renaissance dancing and micro scenes will be there to educate and surprise.
At 12:00 there is a finger puppet show.
Afternoon visits to the camp 16:00-19:00, with workshops and renaissance dancing
Camp visits continue on Sunday 1o:30-13:30 and at 11:30 there is a talk by Alex Hansen a scholar of the geographic environment of Gran Canaria at the time of the invasion.
12:30 recital.
13:00 finger puppet show
“On June 25, 1599, a Dutch fleet attacked Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, taking it on the third day. Its people had to take refuge inland, and Santa Brígida was the capital of the island for a few days. Until a few brave and resourceful men made the invaders retreat. Come see a sample of life at the time, and eat something to recover”
• 2-3 July, Ingenio• La Feria de Comercios
The Trade Fair of Ingenio is held this Saturday and Sunday in the Plaza de la Candelaria. Street shopping, children’s activities, live music and many other surprises. An event for all audiences that will help local businesses to go out on the street and that, in addition, offers animation and activities for children.
Saturday 10:00-21:00 and on Sunday 10:00-14:00
A perfect festive time to visit Ingenio as they celebrate the Patron Saints’ festivities in honour of San Pedro and San Pablo, continuing until this Sunday 3 July 2022
• Saturday 2 July, Artenara• 3º Aniversario del nombramiento del Paisaje Cultural Risco Cáido y Montañas Sagradas por la UNESCO
The 3rd Anniversary celebration in Artenara this Saturday when Risco Caído and the Sacred Mountains of Gran Canaria was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. A day filled with tradition, culture, musical performances, children’s activities, artisans, gastronomy and much more.Starting at 12:00 on Plaza de San Matias.
In July 2019, the UNESCO World Heritage Committee added Risco Caído and the Sacred Mountains of Gran Canaria Cultural Landscape to its List of World Heritage Sites in recognition of the ancient society of the Canary Islands, the roots of which stem from the population of North Africa and which managed to develop its own culture in complete isolation for more than 1,500 years.
The archaeological sites contained within the Risco Caído landscape reflect the culture of the ancient peoples of the island, a unique process of evolution undergone by the Amazigh people from North Africa who lived in isolation until they were conquered by the Crown of Castile in the 15th Century. The volcanic crater of Caldera de Tejeda watches over this area, which exists within the municipalities of Artenara, Tejeda, Agaete and Galdar.
• 2-3 July, San Isidro de Teror• Fiestas patronales en honor a San Isidro Labrador y Santa Mª de la Cabeza.
The neighbourhood of San Isidro in the municipality of Teror is celebrating their patron saint festivities from June 25 to July 10 in honour of San Isidro Labrador and Santa Mª de la Cabeza.
The main days of the festivities take place this weekend.
On Saturday Romería, the pilgrimage offering at 19:00. After the pilgrimage traditional music and dancing in front of the hermitage. At 22:00 more modern festive mood with Leyenda Joven and DJ Promaster and then fireworks at midnight.
Sunday is the main day of festivitiesCattle Fair at 10:00. There is also a church service at 12:00, followed by a religious procession with the images of the saint
SPORTING EVENTS THIS WEEKEND
• Saturday 2 July, Telde• 46º Rallye Ciudad de Telde
The 46th edition of City of Telde Rally is on this Saturday. It will have a 3 x 3 (three timed sections, to be repeated three times) with a total of 66.3km against the clock. The test is valid for the BP Las Palmas Asphalt Rally Championship. The Arnao area (Avda. del Cabildo) will be the epicenter of the event on Saturday.
Stages: Cruz de Jerez – Malfú (8.3 km. ) / Ingenio – La Pasadilla (8.4 km.) / Cazadores – Los Picos (10.3 km.)
“When there is a rally going on it will also mean road closures during the stages”
• Saturday 2 July, Mogán• La Traiña Trail Costa Mogán
It is going to be a busy Saturday in Arguineguín.
La Traiña Trail Costa Mogán returns to the calendar of sporting events, in the southern municipality, this Saturday and does so with new features.
The seventh edition of this event, organised by the Club Veredas Atauro will feature a 9-kilometre race, which can be run in the conventional manner and, for the first time, in a ‘family’ format, that is, as a pair made up of an adult and a minor between 10 and 14 years old. There will also be distances of 15, 27 and 42 kilometres, into which a hiking route is incorporated.
The Traiña Trail Costa Mogán registered more than 1,000 participants in 2019 and, after a two-year break, the nighttime running competition is back with all its modalities, including new ones such as the 9 kilometres ‘Traiña Trail Familiar’ and the ‘Traiña Trail Senderismo’, consisting of 8 kilometres. The shortest distance race, increases to 9 kilometres (from 8), then there will be a 15 kilometre race, and a 27 kilometre distance (up from 24km).
The start line is from the Plaza Negra (market/parking area) in Arguineguín and, for the first time, the finish line will be at the Plaza Pérez Galdós, in front of the church. The 42-kilometre marathon, changes its itinerary to start from Las Marañuelas beach. The participants in which will leave at 17:30.
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• Saturday 2 July, La Aldea de San Nícolas• Mercadillo y muestra de artesanía y complementos
La Aldea market is a lovely local market to visit in the westernmost municipality of the island, with local produce, artisans and music every first Saturday of each month.
On Saturday, 2 July from 09:00 to 14:00 you can enjoy various activities and an interesting day out on the west of the island.
Children’s entertainment will be from 11:00 with various activities.
The living museums of the Community Development Project will be open to the public, which has guided tours, people interested in enjoying them must register in advance on 928 89 06 91.
The market will be enlivened by ambient music.
MARKETS ON THE SOUTH OF GRAN CANARIA
Friday is always market day in Playa de Mogán in the morning. This popular market is in one of the prettiest fishing harbour towns on Gran Canaria, very popular with tourists.
On Saturday San Fernando de Maspalomas market offers all kinds of textiles, Objet d‘art and other articles, outside the Municipal Market, located on Avenida Alejandro del Castillo, with bargains for bargain hunters. It is one of the markets most enjoyed among visitors along with Friday’s in Playa de Mogán;El Mercadillo de Maspalomas, the main ‘Maspalomas market’ is on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 08:00 to 14:00.
On Saturday in Arguineguín, a second-hand market on Plaza Negra (the marketplace) in the morning 09:00-14:00 with a wide range preloved treasures to be found and discovered.
On Sunday, the “rastro” second-hand market, is on from 08:00 to 14:00 in the main carpark of the Municipal Market, in San Fernando.
Saturday 2 July, VecindarioMercado Agrícola de Vecindario
The biweekly Saturday Agricultural Market in Vecindario still takes place on the main street at the Plaza de Los Algodoneros (next to the Hotel Avenida de Canarias ) ???????????????????? Get the best seasonal fruit and vegetables, bread, flowers and much more, straight from the local farmers and producers.
From 08:30 – 13:30 Plaza de Los Algodoneros
“It is also the perfect opportunity to explore the kilometres-long main street of this neighbourhood, Avenida de Canarias.”
1-3 July, Las Palmas de Gran CanariaCanteras Street Market
“Canteras Street Market” trade fair between 26 June – 17 July 2022 on Avenida de las Canteras in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, from calle Tenerife up to calle Padre Cueto.The fair is open every day from 10:00 to 20:00 with a total of 70 stalls and where you will find fashion, accessories, literature, decoration, food, cosmetics, perfumes, crafts, toys, jewelry, antiques, swimwear, sportswear and much more.
The Puerto Canteras Open Commercial Zone (ZCA) puts on offer the natural attractions of the area, enhanced by various items sold in a pleasant environment. This forms part of a revitalisation plan, within the commercial area marking the start of a street sales campaign.
LIVE MUSIC THIS WEEKEND!
HARD ROCK CAFE GRAN CANARIA
Live music starts at 21:00
On Friday, Queen Tribute by MiracleOn Saturday, Rock Classic Night, by Crossfire
2-3 July, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Traditional music and dance
This Saturday and Sunday, traditional Canarian music and dancing on Plaza de España and in Pueblo Canario.
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria once again offers folk performances in the open air every weekend. These performances will continue to take place every weekend throughout the year (subject to bank holidays).
On Saturday on Plaza de España at 11:00, group ‘Folklórica Cultural Guanache’
On Sunday in Pueblo Canario group ‘Roque Nublo’ at 11:00
THE CHAMPIONS
The most stylish and, rockin’est song and guitar, husband and wife duo in the Atlantic Ocean. Based in Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria
On Friday at Mulligan’s at 21:30
On Sunday at Barbacoa in Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria → Rock N Roll Show & Through The Decades’ Show at 22:00
KELLY MARLOW
The astounding US Rock sensation, now a local star on Gran Canaria, playing out to an international audience and live across the airwaves.
On Friday at Nirvana Bar in Arguineguín, Ancora Centre at 21:00On Saturday at Rockabella – Playa del Inglés 18:00-21:00 and later at the Shamrock at 22:30On Sunday at The Shamrock in Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria at 22:30
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The Canary Guide #WeekendTips 10-12 June 2022
Jun, 2022 | Events & Leisure, Fairs & Markets, Weekend Tips
It’s the second weekend of June and midsummer night, San Juan, is fast approaching, Mogán are celebrating their patron Saint San Antonio.
Gran Canaria keeps on giving with ever more patronal summer fiestas being celebrated around the island. There are carnival celebrations in Maspalomas and the island’s second city, Telde. In the capital, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, there is the Eco market by Organic Meeting Point as well as Foundational festivities offering a multitude of free concerts to enjoy over the weekend.
FISALDO fair at INFECAR, the biggest outlet shopping experience is on and for a real culture burst, check out the talented Brit with a brush, Edward Bowness, whose art exhibition in Gáldar offers a perfect reason to visit this ancient pre-hispanic native Royal Capital and of course all the fun and flair of the many markets and fairs to enjoy.
Here are just some of our top picks for the weekend ahead and there are plenty more to check from The Canary Guide Calendar.
Upcoming bankholidays:Monday, 13 June is a local bank holiday in Mogán and Santa Brídiga – Festivities of San Antonio de Padua.
High Temperatures on Gran Canaria for the rest of the week and into the weekend
*** Check more information about the events featured as well as regular markets and a range of other events on our main calendar at The Canary Guide website***
10-12 June, MaspalomasCarnival Maspalomas 2022
Maspalomas celebrates International Carnival between 9-19 June this year, after postponing the festivities to the summer. The theme for this year is “La Magía”, magic and mystery. All the events are held on the main stage in the Shopping Centre Yumbo in Playa del Inglés unless otherwise stated. Free to enter. Check out the full program HERE!
FRIDAY, 10 JUNE: Election of the Grand Dame of Carnival-Gala at 20:30 and at 23:00 Mogollón, a partySATURDAY, 11 JUNE: Election of the Child Queen at 20:30 and the night continues with Mogollón, a party at 23:00SUNDAY, 12 JUNE: Carnival Queen Gala at 21:30. There is a free until full capacity is reached, a total of 1,300 people will be able to enjoy this show.
The great parade will take place next Saturday 18 June, starting at 17:00
10-12 June, TeldeCarnival Telde 2022
Telde is in a festive mood this weekend with their Carnival celebrated 9-12 June. Carnival was originally supposed to be celebrated in March this year but, like a few others, festivities was postponed to the summer.
The theme this year is Eurovision, which received 53% of the popular votes in the public competition to decide, so most will be dressing up in outlandish gear and singing their hearts out until the early hours.
Friday 10 June: Drag Queen Gala at 21:00 at the Auditorium in Parque Urbano de San Juan
Saturday 11 June: Carnival Parade at 17:30. The start is from Ramblas de Pedro Lezcano Montalvo. After party with the music group ‘Leyenda Joven’ in the Parque Urbano de San Juan
Sunday 12 June: Children’s Carnival at 11:30, dance groups of the municipality in the auditorio Parque Urbano de San Juan. High heel race at 12:00 at the sport court. Carnival groups at 13:00 Day time Carnival at 15:00and the Burial of the Sardine at 20:00
Start: Las Ramblas de Pedro Lezcano Montalvo Route: C/ Ocho de Marzo- C/ Poeta Pablo Neruda- Avda. del Cabildo Insular ( carril dirección bajada )- Avd Cabildo Insular ( carril dirección subida )- C/ Alckade Manuel Álvarez Peña – C/ Francisco Villen Lucena. and ending to Parque de San Juan
10-12 June, GáldarDibujando las Islas
A gorgeous art exhibition to enjoy by the sublimely talented English man, Edward Bowness, ‘Drawing the Islands’ between 10-27 June 2022 in the Museo Agáldar, located in the ancient pre Hispanic Royal Capital of Gran Canaria, Gáldar.
This is a solo exhibition and display of drawings from the artist’s experience of living and travelling around the beautiful Canary Islands. There will be 27 pieces, a mixture of watercolour, oil and linoleum.The artist himself is said to be present in the museum this Sunday from 11:30 and there will also be a performance by duo Paulina Niemczycka (Flute) and Abraham Ramos (Guitar).
Opening hours:Monday to Friday: 09:30-18:30Saturday and Sunday: 10:30-18:30
“Edward Bowness (‘Edward Arte’) from Nottingham, is a freelance illustrator based on Gran Canaria. His artwork is inspired by old travel posters, graphic novels and comics, and focused on capturing natural settings to city scenes bustling with energy and bursting with bold colours. He has worked for various clients that include the BBC, Waterstones, Tango, Guardian and Leftlion.”
The Venue:
“The Agáldar Museum tells the history of the city, from its beginnings more than 1,500 years ago with a settlement of the island by populations arriving from North Africa and its establishment as the headquarters of the Guanartemes for a thousand years to follow. A chronology of the evolution of the municipality through 13 rooms. The museum is located in a must-see building: the House of Captain Quesada, home of the former militia captain and promoter of the construction of the current Matriz Temple of Santiago in 1778 -one of the greatest exponents of enlightened classicism on the Canary Islands who replaced the primitive church of Santiago built after the conquest of the Guanartemato de Agáldar. The house is one of the best examples of 18th-century domestic architecture on Gran Canaria, declared an Asset of Cultural Interest in 1990. In 2009 it was acquired and rehabilitated by the Gáldar City Council.”
10-12 June, Las PalmasFISALDO – Feria de las Oportunidades
The 22nd edition of Fisaldo, the outlet sales fair offering bargain opportunities, 8-12 June 2022, in the capital. The fair is promoted by the Cabildo de Gran Canaria and organised by INFECAR.A must for all those who want quality products at the best prices on the market. More than 60 exhibitors; Textile, Footwear, Accessories, Furniture, Decoration, Used Vehicles, Sports, etc. There will also be fashion catwalks, raffles and a large gastronomic area to enjoy a break between shopping.
The entry fee to attend Fisaldo is 1.50 euros in general, and at zero cost for people with disabilities, pensioners, children under 12 years of age, and the unemployed, in which cases just bring documentation.
Sunday 12 June, Agaete‘Feria Comercial Valle de Agaete’
Agaete town hall organizes on Sunday June 12, 2022 in Plaza de San Pedro and Calle Santiago Suárez, The Trade Fair of Agaete Valley with the participation of local producers, businesses and artisans.
The fair will begin at 10:30 with an exhibition of the ‘Salto del pastor’ (Shepherd’s leap). Traditional Canarian music performances at 11:30 and 12:30 and at 13:30, dancing with Pepe Benavente.
Saturday 11 June, Las PalmasXXVI Concurso de Pintura Rápida al Aire Libre Mesa y López
On Saturday, the 26th Quick Painting Contest outdoors, which, according to the organisers, is considered one of the most important quick painting contests in Spain. Between 10:00 and 15:00 in the commercial area of Mesa y Lopéz will be filled with artists creating live art works.
Its a total of €15,925 in prizes are available in this edition, divided into four categories: Adults (from 18 years of age); Youth (from 14 to 17 years old); Children (from 8 to 13 years old), and the smallest (from 0 to 7 years old). Find out about the rules of the contest and register ( until 10 June) from their website: https://zonamesaylopez.com/xxvi-concurso-de-pintura-rapida-al-aire-libre/
PATRON SAINT FESTIVITIES
10-12 June, MogánFiestas Patronales de San Antonio El Chico 2022
The main street in Pueblo de Mogán will be decorated from the 9th to the 13th of June to celebrate the local patron saint festivities. The San Antonio El Chico (Saint Anthony, the boy), 2022 festivities program integrates tradition, culture and leisure with the participation of many residents in the organisation of activities. The program of festivities includes a Romeria pilgrimage offering, musical shows and activities for children, artisan craft fair and concerts. There will also be some traffic and parking restrictions in the area.
FRIDAY 10 June: Artisan Craft market between 16:00-20:00 on Calle San José and the Exhibition Gala of the Municipal Sports Schools of Mogán at the El Mocán Cultural Centre at 18:00. Later, at 21:00 a tribute to Joaquín Sabina ‘500 Noches’, on the ‘Eucalipto Gordo’ stage, and later another concert starring the young Canarian artists Juanfran, Marta Umpiérrez and DJ Aitor Cruz at 23:30 on ‘El Laurel’ stage.
SATURDAY 11 June: Starting at 18:30 Romeria, the pilgrimage will be offered to San Antonio El Chico, in which 15 old-fashioned carts, parrandas and groupings all dressed in traditional costume will participate.
It is important to remember that all people who attend this pilgrimage “respect the tradition and go properly dressed in traditional clothing.” Thus, those people who do not wear traditional clothing will be required to stay outside the margins defined for the route of the pilgrimage.
19:00, The ‘Misa del Romero’ will take place in the Church of San Antonio de Padua, and following tradition, it will be sung by the El Mocán Folkloric and Cultural Group. This year, as the Nicolás Quesada park is not available, the image of San Antonio will go out to the portico of the temple and there it will receive the offerings of residents and visitors
There will be Taifa Dancing after the Romería in the Plaza Sarmiento y Coto. At midnight the verbena will kick off on the ‘Eucalipto Gordo’ stage with Armonía Show and Paco Guedes.
SUNDAY 12 June: Activities for children from 10:00 with inflatables, video games and workshops on Calle San José street and Plaza Sarmiento y Coto.
In the afternoon, at 18:00, Bajada de La Rama ( Lowering of the Branch ) with the La Aldea and Agaete bands.
At 22:30, the Rock & Roll Star concert on the ‘Eucalipto Gordo’ stage.
The traditional fireworks of ‘Noche de Vísperas’ ( the eve of the main celebrations) at midnight, followed by more music on Plaza Sarmiento y Coto.
SEE MORE INFORMATION AND THE FULL PROGRAM HERE!
Some events will need a ticket reservation (free): www.agengamogan.es. Due to the reform works of the Nicolás Quesada Park, the usual location for some events will now be held at the El Mocán Cultural Centre ( on Calle San José). The street will also be closed during the festivities and two stages will be set up there, one next to the ‘Eucalipto Gordo’ bar and another next to the one called ‘El Laurel’”. Traffic will be diverted to Calle El Drago during the festivities.
Saturday 11 June, ArucasFiestas Patronales de San Juan Bautista 2022
Patron Saint festivities for John the Baptist in the municipality of Arucas between 3-26 June 2022.
This Saturday, the Romería pilgrimage offering to the Patron Saint, starting at 18:00 from Cruce de la Acequia Alta. La Cerera.Afterwards there is a traditional Canarian party in the Plaza de San Juan as well as musical animation in charge by EVENTMUSIC DJ’S in the fairgrounds.
Next Sunday, June 19 Corpus Christi, a special religious event celebrated in major towns and villages around the island, many of which will decorate their streets using colourful “carpets” of salt and dyed sawdust, flowers, and by building small altars. Communities have their own traditions when it comes to Corpus Christi. One of the most famous displays will be in Arucas. The same weekend, the next Km.0 Fair Gran Canaria will happen in Arucas as well.
Sunday 12 June, Villa de MoyaFiestas de San Antonio Padua 2022
Villa de Moya, on the rugged north of the island is celebrating patron saint’s festivities, in honour of Saint Anthony of Padua between 3-20 June 2022.
This Sunday, there is a Cattle fair in honour of San Antonio de Padua, with an exhibition of the best livestock on Gran Canaria from 08:00 to 14:00 in the La Fragata fairgrounds. There is a cattle trawling contest, threshing and shearing exhibitions, music and Canary Garrote game exhibition and the participation of several ranchers on the island. There will be pigs, donkeys, ponies and much more…
Sunday 12 June, Las PalmasEco Market – Organic Meeting Point
This Sunday, ‘Eco Mercado’ by Organic Meeting Point in Las Palmas with Tao Club & Gardens hosting another edition of the healthy and sustainable lifestyle market. This is the perfect chance to get to know some of the local natural brands and small businesses committed to the health and the environment on the island.
The market, from 11:00-19:00, includes product exhibitors covering many sectors involved in the ecological world, from organic food and drinks, fashion, cleaning, recycled crafts, renewable energy to ecological agriculture.
Enjoy a gorgeous vege lunch. For the little ones in the family, a chance to meet a princess and a mermaid from 12:00-15:00 and Children’s activities by ‘My Nanny’
Saturday 11 June, Artenara Mercado Agrícola y Ganadero
The island’s highest altitude mountain village, Artenara, holds an agricultural and farmers market on Saturday from 09:00-15:00 in the picturesque Plaza de San Matias.
It really is a lovely car ride to go to see some of the most impossibly beautiful places on Gran Canaria and a trip up to the summits. This market is held on the second Saturday of every month.
“The municipal village of Artenara is located 1,270 metres above sea- level and has a most charming small community atmosphere. Here you can enjoy the epic mountain landscapes at the heart of Gran Canaria. Visit the viewpoint Unamuno and the interesting little Ethnographic Museum of “Cave Houses“”
Saturday 11 June, ArucasMercado Agrícola de Arucas
This popular farmers’ market takes place every fortnight in the facilities of the Cabildo’s Agricultural (Experimental) Farm, located next to the turn off to Arucas from the main GC-2, on the north coast of Gran Canaria. […Click here for the map location…] The market of exhibitors (farmers and ranchers) who sell their produce direct to the consumer aim to lower costs and more directly benefit the producer. From 09:00-13:30
The Arucas Agricultural and Livestock Market began in June 2008, on the initiative of COAG (Coordinator of Organisations of Farmers and Cattle Ranchers) and the Federation of Cattlemen of Gran Canaria (FedeGran), later moving to the Cabildo de Gran Canaria who now promote the current market.
MARKETS IN THE SOUTH OF GRAN CANARIA
Friday is always market day in Playa de Mogán in the morning. This popular market is in one of the prettiest fishing harbour towns on Gran Canaria, very popular with tourists.
On Saturday San Fernando de Maspalomas market offers all kinds of textiles, Objet d‘art and other articles, outside the Municipal Market, located on Avenida Alejandro del Castillo, with bargains for bargain hunters. It is one of the markets most enjoyed among visitors along with Friday’s in Playa de Mogán;El Mercadillo de Maspalomas, the main ‘Maspalomas market’ is on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 08:00 to 14:00.
On Saturday in Arguineguín, a second-hand market on Plaza Negra (the marketplace) in the morning 09:00-14:00 with a wide range preloved treasures to be found and discovered.
On Sunday, the “rastro” second-hand market, is on from 08:00 to 14:00 in the main carpark of the Municipal Market, in San Fernando.
This Sunday, the biweekly El Mercado Agrícola de San Fernando de Maspalomas. This Farmers Market is held in the urban center of the area from which it receives the name, just where there is a large esplanade between three unmistakable points; the Municipal Stadium, the Center and the current Municipal Offices of Maspalomas. 08:00 – 13:30.
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SATURDAY 11 JUNE, LAS PALMAS DE GRAN CANARIA NON TRUBADA “AZUL” – MUSICANDO
The ‘Musicando’- concert series continues this weekend in Parque Doramas and at Auditorio José Antonio Ramos at 21:00. All these concerts are free to attend until capacity is reached.
This Saturday, it will be the turn of the folk music group ‘Non Trubada’. Its members, who come from both traditional and popular, classical, ethnic or folk music, are Carlos Marrero (violin and percussion), Fermín Rodríguez (electric and acoustic guitars, timple and percussion), Carolina Marrero (cross flute and recorder), Luis López (mandolin, lute, bouzouki and voice) and Samuel Pérez (keyboards, accordion and harp), accompanied by Carlos Meneses (bass) and Héctor Salazar (drums and percussion).
10-12 June, Las Palmas de Gran CanariaFiestas Fundacionales Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 2022
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is celebrating the 544th Anniversary of the city’s founding with a wide program of cultural activities and open-air shows. This weekend there are plenty of concerts to enjoy. Here are all the free concerts to enjoy this weekend in the capital, free entry until capacity full.
On Friday – ‘Naifest’, the 3rd Meeting of Popular music at Plaza de Santa Ana, starting at 21:00 with Laura Martel (timple), with Misael Jordán (guitar) and Luz Mila Valerón (voice), Jurria Guanil (salto del pastor canario), Parranda El Pajullo and Araguaney.– ‘Vereda tropical’ Olga Cerpa y la Banda Sinfónica Municipal de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria at Plaza del Pilar at 21:00.
On Saturday – Musicando. Non Trubada: «Azul» in Auditorio José Antonio Ramos in Parque Doramas at 21:00– ‘Naifest’, the 3rd Meeting of Popular music at Plaza de Santa Ana at 21:00. Althay Páez (timple), con David Pablos (guitar) and José Ángel Suárez Rodríguez (voice), Bejeque y La parranda de Teror.– ‘Vereda tropical’, Olga Cerpa y la Banda Sinfónica Municipal de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. Parque de la Mayordomíain Tamaraceite at 21:00
On Sunday – La banda de los piojillos. Music for the whole family at Auditorio José Antonio Ramos in Parque Doramas at 12:00«’Vereda tropical’. Olga Cerpa y la Banda Sinfónica Municipal de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria in Parque de Las Rehoyas at 12:00
10-11 JUNE, GÁLDARFESTIVAL LA GUANCHA 2022
The Festival Guancha, through music, wants to highlight the extraordinary archaeological heritage of this ancient pre-Hispanic royal capital of the island. This is a free outdoor music festival in a privileged environment. The Archaeological Ensemble of La Guancha was declared a Historic Monument in 1949. After the last two years, in which the La Guancha Festival had had to be included in the programming of the Major Festivals of Santiago due to the restrictions derived from the pandemic, this historic festival returns on Saturday and Sunday 10-11 June, with space again in the cultural program of the municipality of Gáldar in the ‘La Quinta’ cultural site. The program includes a large number of artists that cover various musical genres with the intention of catering to the tastes of all ages.
On Friday, at 21:00, the urban genre of the singer from Gran Canaria ‘Marcelo Mellino’, to continue at 22:00 with Tenerife singer ‘El Ima’. At 23:00 ‘Chema Rivas’ will take the stage, continuing at midnight with ‘Henry Méndez’, and ending this first day with ‘Lennis Rodríguez’ starting at 01:00 a.m.
Saturday is reserved for Latin sounds, at 21:00 ‘Aseres’. The Argentine singer-songwriter ‘Coti’ will take the stage at 22:30 and at midnight, the Puerto Rican artist ‘Edwin Rivera’ returns to Gáldar. The festival will end with a performance by the Tenerife orchestra ‘La Sabrosa’, which will begin at 01:30 am.
“This historic festival, which celebrates its 24th edition, vindicates the heritage value of the La Guancha site, the first protected archaeological site in the Canary Islands since 1949, where the City Council is currently building its Interpretation Centre after more than forty years of lawsuits. Throughout its nearly quarter of a century of existence, artists and groups recognised at a regional and national level have passed through it and it has evolved hand in hand with the musical tastes of the moment but maintaining its essence of making citizens aware of the heritage value of one of the main sites of the Canary Islands.”
Saturday 11 June, Villa de MoyaFestival San Antonio Suena
As part of the Patron Saint festivities in honour of San Antonio de Padua in Moya, this Saturday, the ‘San Antonio Suena’ Festival with tributes to Juan Luis Guerra and Joaquín Sabina and the concerts of Los 600 and Aseres, with Juan Carlos Santomé and Jaime Falcón.
Music starts at 18:00 on the stage set up on Calle Miguel Hernández.
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The Canary Guide #WeekendTips 4-6 February 2022
Feb, 2022 | Events & Leisure, Fairs & Markets, Weekend Tips
Always around this first weekend of February on Gran Canaria, one of the most beautiful villages in Spain, Tejeda, celebrates their traditional and very popular Almond Blossom festivities. This 50th-anniversary celebration, however, has been postponed to 2023, along with Almond blossom festivities that were to take place in the municipality of Valsequillo.
Gran Canaria continues for at least one more week at Health Alert level 4, though there was a surprise announcement made by the town hall of Mogán, which will allow all the markets to restart throughout the municipality, after having suspended immediately when Gran Canaria moved up to Level 4 almost two weeks ago. This will be good news for all the visitors as for the locals.
Spanish State Meteorological Agency, AEMET, forecast a weekend starting with slightly higher temperatures to expected for this time of year, light breezes and very little cloud cover. Sunshine should prevail throughout the weekend particularly in the southern municipalities, with warm winds expected from the east and the south.
The weekend looks good all around the island, so a great weekend for an adventure in the mountains or just for enjoying on the beach. Temperatures are climbing nicely after the unsettled spell we have had recently. Average daytime temperatures should stay above 21ºC in the shade, predicted up in the summits, so in the south hitting the mid 20s and hotter in direct sunlight. It looks like it’s going to be a great start for next week too with even warmer weather coming in and giving high-temperature predictions for the whole Island on the long range forecast. Hello February!
It is good to remember that the weather at this time of year can be quite changeable, and hard to predict, even just a short distance inland from the usually much sunnier coastal weather on the south.
*** Check the regular markets and a range of other events on our main monthly calendar at The Canary Guide website***
Visit Tejeda
The first weekend of February on Gran Canaria marks the almond blossom festival celebrated in Tejeda. The flowering of the almond trees in the middle of winter, most years as January ends and on into February, heralds the imminent arrival of Spring and, for the communities of the island’s summits, makes the Almendros in Flor perhaps the most important “pagan” celebration of the island’s flowering fields.
Even if there are no public events happening this year, the almond trees blossoming up in the mountains nevertheless daub the beautiful spring scenery with an explosion of colours, in an experience most definitely worth the drive along some of the islands oldest roads. It is the perfect opportunity to support local businesses, enjoy a fabulous lunch or dinner, visit the local shops and walk through the gorgeous village centre and explore all the places to there to visit accompanied by backdrop of beautiful views. So much to see and enjoy in Tejeda, officially one of the most beautiful villages in Spain!
23 January – 6 February, IngenioFiestas Candelaria
The municipality of Ingenio has been celebrating its Patron Saint festivities in honour of Our Lady of Candelaria, Nuestra Señora de La Candelaria. The festivities are coming to an end this weekend and this year again they are once again marked by the pandemic and the alert levels, which has caused several of the events planned in the original program to be suspended or postponed. The city centre is decorated for the occasion and the festivities give it a special atmosphere for a visit. There are still some events happening this weekend including a children’s Day on Sunday morning. This is a lovely weekend to visit one of the first patron saint fiestas of the year, celebrated on Gran Canaria after the San Sebastían festivities in January.
“In the historic quarter, there are several houses with traditional Canarian architecture as well as Néstor Alamo Park where you can see the tallest palm tree in the Canary Islands, which is thirty meters high”
Fiestas patronales de La Candelaria – Ingenio
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MARKETS IN THE SOUTH OF GRAN CANARIA
A surprise decision by the town hall of Mogán will allow all the markets in the municipality to restart, which means that its a full-on weekend with all the southern markets.The town hall had cancelled all the markets when Gran Canaria moved up to Alert Level 4 almost two weeks ago.
Friday is market day in Playa de Mogán in the morning. This popular market is in one of the prettiest fishing harbour towns on Gran Canaria, very popular with tourists.
On Saturday San Fernando de Maspalomas market offers all kinds of textiles, Objet d‘art and other articles, outside the Municipal Market, located on Avenida Alejandro del Castillo, with bargains for bargain hunters. It is one of the markets most enjoyed among visitors along with Friday’s in Playa de Mogán; El Mercadillo de Maspalomas, the main ‘Maspalomas market’ is on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 08:00 to 14:00.
On Saturday in Arguineguín, a second-hand market on Plaza Negra (the marketplace) in the morning 09:00-14:00 with a wide range preloved treasures to be found and discovered.
On Sunday, the “rastro” second-hand market, is on from 08:00 to 14:00 in the main car park of the Municipal Market, in San Fernando.
On Sunday, the very popular biweekly Agriculture, the farmers’ Market takes place again, in the car park next to the football Stadium and the municipal offices from 08:00 – 14:00. A chance to purchase fresh, locally-grown food and value-added produce directly from growers or producers — an authentic retail experience.
Saturday 5 February, ArucasMercado Agrícola de Arucas
The bi-weekly Gran Canaria Agricultural Market this weekend in Arucas takes place in the facilities of the Cabildo’s Agricultural Farm, “Granja Agrícola Experimental del Cabildo“, located right at the Arucas exit from the GC-2, on the north coast of Gran Canaria, this busy farmers’ market offers the opportunity to purchase fresh produce directly from the primary sector at an adjusted price.
Vegetables, fruit, honey, cheeses, oil, bread and sweets are some of the produce that can be found, constituted to support the primary sector of the region.
The freshest produce at your fingertips. From 09:00 to 13:30.
LIVE MUSIC THIS WEEKEND!
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On Friday Dan & TessOn Saturday Chris MooneyOn Sunday Gary Lithgow
JAZ ALICE MUSIC
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Friday at Tipsy Hammock from 14:00-16:00 and later in Papi’s Grill in Playa de Inglés at 20:30
Saturday at Tipsy Hammock from 14:00-16:00 and later in Altamadores at 21:00
Sunday at Tipsy Hammock from 14:00-16:00 and later in Rio Sol Hotel in Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria 21:15-22:15
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Friday Nirvana Bar in Arguineguín, Ancora CentreSaturday Rockabella – Playa del InglésSunday The Shamrock in Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria
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