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Menas Case: Foundation Siglo XXI directors allegedly filed false invoices, unrealistic expenses and repeatedly drew funds from ATMs, meant for the care of migrant children, even charging botox facial treatments and posh restaurant bills to foundation debit cards
A comprehensive analysis conducted by Group I of the Economic and Fiscal Crime Unit (UDEF) of the National Police yielded scandalous results, writes Spanish language daily Canarias7, regarding the alleged irregular use of the public funds intended for the care of unaccompanied minors, by the suspected to have been perpetrated by centres managed by the Foundation Social Response Siglo XXI on Gran Canaria and Lanzarote. In this case, driven by the Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office, investigators discovered that the director of the Guiniguada centre charged the NGO responsible for €1,500 worth of beauty treatments and €1,113 for bills at top restaurants including Vinófilos, El Vasco de Vegueta, and Triciclo.
Centre-Right Pact Between Regionalists (CC) And Resident Conservatives (PPAV) Returns Marco Aurelio Perez As Southern Mayor
The conservative Partido Popular-Agrupación de Vecinos (PP-AV) and the right of centre regionalist Coalición Canaria (CC) have this Thursday signed a local government pact that will shape the future of the southern Gran Canaria tourism municipality of San Bartolomé de Tirajana. The alliance, dubbed a “Pact for Stability and Socioeconomic Progress of San Bartolomé Tirajana”, represents 60% of the votes cast in the municipality’s recent local elections, emphasised the mayor-elect, Marco Aurelio Pérez (PP-AV), who returns for the third time to lead the local council responsible for some of the most important tourism areas on the island, including Maspalomas, Playa del Inglés and San Agustín.
Local Government Coalition Agreement Maspalomas and the South of Gran Canaria
A governing coalition pact has been finalised in San Bartolomé de Tirajana. The Popular Party–Agrupación de Vecinos (PP-AV) conservative residents party is to join forces with regionalist centre-right Coalición Canaria (CC) to govern the main tourist municipality on Gran Canaria for the next four years. Marco Aurelio Pérez will serve as mayor for the entire four-year term, and the Popular Party will take charge of Employment, Sports, Roads and Infrastructure, and Human Resources, among other areas. The regionalists, led by Alejandro Marichal, will oversee Urban Planning, Economy and Finance, and Tourism as their main departments.
Storm Óscar Latest: Government of the Canary Islands Declares Rain Alert for Western Islands and Gran Canaria
A storm system, dubbed Óscar, has formed over the last few days over the mid-north Atlantic, unusual for this time of year, and has led to concern from meteorologists and journalists as it passes south of the Azores, its tail should reach The Canary Islands, before the system heads northeast towards mainland Spain. Advisory warnings have been issued in expectation of heavy rainfall, primarily in the Western Isles of the Canary Islands Archipelago, though some rainfall is also expected to reach Gran Canaria over the next couple of days. It seems unlikely that any major consequences will stem from the bad weather, however these things can be unpredictable and so every precaution is taken to ensure people are informed and kept safe.
Foundation Investigated for Alleged Mismanagement of Public Funds Meant for Care of Unaccompanied Migrant Minors
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.
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The Canary Guide #WeekendTips 22-24 April 2022
A wonderfully interesting April weekend ahead.
Weather predictions are showing some sunshine, clouds, and a big possibility of some rain on Gran Canaria this weekend (April, eh?). With masks coming off across Spain (psst… it’s still ok to wear one if you want to…) there will be many, many events this weekend, definitely worth visiting, like the Cheese Festival taking place in Santa Maria de Guía. There are also Carnival celebrations happening in Agaete and some traditional neighbourhood patron saints’ festivities and fiestas in El Pajar and Cruce de Arinaga. And of course, there are always weekly markets on Gran Canaria, every day, and especially on weekends.
Check out the regular markets and a range of other events on our main calendar at The Canary Guide website.
VOTE NOW! Click here to see the winners’ shortlist and have your say
There is a significant buzz in the air, as The Canary Awards winners’ shortlist has been announced this week, and thousands of people are heading to the polls to vote for their favourite individuals and organisations here on Gran Canaria who go the extra mile and do things with a smile. Who will you vote for, ahead of the May 1st Winners’ Dinner show, in the heart of Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria?
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A fishing boat loaded with three tons of cocaine intercepted south of the Canary Islands
Officials from the Spanish Tax Agency’s Customs Surveillance Service, working as part of a joint operation with agents from the Policia Nacional and Guardia Civil, in waters south of the Canary Islands, last week, intercepted a fishing boat loaded with more than 2,900 kilos of cocaine hidden in one of its fuel tanks, arresting all five crew members. Operation ‘Capirote-Piteas-Acerico‘, led to the boarding of the 20-meter-long fishing vessel, named ‘AKT 1’, on the afternoon of April 13, some 300 nautical miles south of the Canary Islands archipelago, transferring to to the Port of Las Palmas on 16th of April. The operation was directed and coordinated by the National High Court Anti-Drugs Prosecutions Office.
The result of international collaboration, including exchange of information between the MAOC-N (Center for Analysis and Atlantic operations) and CITCO (Intelligence Center Against Terrorism and Organised Crime) led investigators from the Customs Surveillance Service, the National Police and the Civil Guard to determine the possible involvement of a vessel suspected of illicit drug trafficking from South America.
Spanish Customs seize "African Route" drugs transport
Spanish customs officers (aduanas) seize 3 tons of suspected drugs from vessel pretending to be fishing the "African Route", and taken, via Arguineguín, to Puerto de las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Read More: https://thecanarynews.com/2022/04/a-fishing-boat-loaded-with-three-tons-of-cocaine-intercepted-south-of-the-canary-islands/
Posted by The Canary News on Tuesday, April 19, 2022
Hidden along the route of the Sub-Saharan fishing grounds
An air and seaborne operation, established by the Tax Agency’s Deputy Directorate of Customs Surveillance resulted in the locating and boarding of the fishing boat by the ‘Cóndor’ patrol boat, which was heading north, camouflaged among the usual fishing boats that navigate close to the sub-Saharan fishing grounds. At the time of boarding the fishing boat was discovered to be transporting a significant number of bundles of the type usually used for cocaine trafficking, so the five crew members, four of Turkish nationality and one Georgian citizen, were immediately arrested.
Complex boarding and navigation conditions
The navigation and boarding conditions were very complicated, due to bad sea conditions, with sustained strong northerly winds topping 40 knots and gusts of up to 60. Despite these difficulties, the fast performance of the ‘Cóndor ‘ and its crew prevented any possible transshipment of the narcotics to other vessels, which would have compromised the detection of the illicit cargo.
During the subsequent transfer to port it was necessary to alert the Salvamento Maritimo (Maritime Rescue) due to concerns of a machine failure on the fishing boat, which was described as ‘substandard’ (meaning that it does not meet basic international safety and navigation standards) due to the engine being in very poor condition, to the point that it was feared a fire could break out on board, leading to the necessity for a technical stop at the southern most port of Arguineguín (Gran Canaria) to check the status of the vessel before finally heading up to Las Palmas, on the north of the island.
Operation ‘Capirote’ is the first arrest to be carried out by the patrol boat ‘Cóndor’ hardly a month since it was commissioned in the Canary Islands. This modern, fast, 43 meter patrol boat with a crew of 14, was assigned to the Canary Islands Customs Surveillance unit on March 15 to reinforce strategic operations in tackling drug trafficking in the Atlantic, and key entry points such as the Canary Islands archipelago.
The detainees, the boat, the drugs and the police proceedings will all be placed at the disposal of the Central Court of Investigation, acting under the auspices of the National High Court, the first proceedings to have been carried out in this manner by the Courts of Instruction in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.
This operation results from efforts by the Spanish Customs Agency (Aduanas) and State Security Forces working with various official bodies in the prevention of drug trafficking along what is known as the ‘African Route’, known for being used by fishing vessels that receive narcotic substances in the middle of the Atlantic for their subsequent introduction onto the European continent, using the African coastal route to go unnoticed among the incessant fishing traffic throughout the area
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A summary of some of the main Easter processions worth visiting on Gran Canaria (2022)
Whether you are religious or not, there are few more interesting spectacles than the faithful following in processions behind images and statues of the foci of their devotions, infused with deep heartfelt sentiments and strongly held traditions, among the faithful you can expect weeping in the streets, wailing, fragrant incense and men in various colours of hoods and robes, among many other strange sights at this time of year on Gran Canaria.
Semana Santa, Holy Week, on Gran Canaria includes a very important set festivities, around which many events are planned and depend. All around the island, particularly the larger towns and churches, there will be processions where icons and statues are carried through the streets. The biggest and most popular ones take place in the capital, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, as well as other religious sites such as Teror and Agüimes.
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Our capital city, here on the eastern islands, is Las Palmas de Gran Canaria where some of the biggest holiday celebrations of the annual calendar occur this week, with many events celebrated with vigour in intense and devout displays of faith, humility and sorrow. Welcome to Semana Santa, Holy Week.
Many processions run through the historic centre of the capital (as well as several in many of the older towns and villages around the island) and are often heavily loaded with symbolism and historic traditions, but still manage to maintain their own unique aesthetic and identity, followed by large audiences, as we move through the week.
The passage of revered iconographic images and statues, through the unique colonial old quarter of the capital, Vegueta, offers some unforgettable experiences during the Easter holidays.
From April 10 to 17, the capital of Gran Canaria will, after two years of restrictions, resume the pulse of Holy Week, one of its most unique cultural celebrations, with great historical and cultural importance. Dioceses and brotherhoods promote an intense agenda of processions, which for the most part run through the founding neighbourhood of Vegueta, its parishes and the Cathedral, located in the Plaza de Santa Ana.
On Palm Sunday, the procession of the Burrita takes place, following a route through the streets of Triana, the original merchant quarter, and begins in the Park of San Telmo, where the first port of Las Palmas was founded, in a hermitage long associated with the seafarers and sailors who helped build the city from the end of the 15th century. San Telmo is guardian to some of the most outstanding, and understated, artistic heritage in the city. On the same day, the procession of the Nazarenos de Vegueta begins in the afternoon with the costaleros starting out from the beautiful old church of Santo Domingo, one of the most charming corners of the the oldest neighbourhoods of the capital.
Other essential processions include the Brotherhood of Our Lady of Los Dolores de Triana, on Tuesday, and the Santo Encuentro, on Wednesday evening, in which the processions of three parishes converge at the door of the city cathedral. On Good Friday, one of the most unique gatherings takes place, the procession of Las Mantillas, from the Santa Ana Cathedral, displaying two of the most important works by revered Canarian sculptor Luján Pérez, and in the afternoon, the Magna Procession which unites all the parishes.
Sunday 10 April, Palm Sunday
“LA BURRITA” PROCESSION” Palm Sunday, this first weekend commemorates the triumphant entrance of christianity’s central character into Jerusalem on a donkey. The morning procession from Parroquia de San Bernardo, the Ermita de San Telmo, includes an image of the fabled messiah on a donkey, followed by children carrying palms and olive branches.
This procession travels some of the oldest roads in the capital including the streets: San Telmo, Mayor de Triana, Perdomo, Pérez Galdós, Buenos Aires, Parque San Telmo.
“SALUD Y ESPERANZA” PROCESSION, NAZARENOS DE VEGUETA
That same evening at 19:00, a hooded “Health and Hope” procession (Cristo de la Salud y La Virgen de la Esperanza de Vegueta) follows with the penitential procession of the Brotherhood and Guild of Nazarenes from the Parish of Santo Domingo de Guzmán in the evening. This procession, in Andalusian style carrying two idols, includes over a hundred members of the order wearing tunics and robes with hoods
An historic route around some of the most important places in the capital: Plaza de Santo Domingo de Guzmán, García Tello, San Marcos, Fernando Galván, Reyes Católicos, Dr. Chil, Reloj, Obispo Codina, Catedral (penance place ), Obispo Codina, Callejón de San Marcial, Plazoleta de los Álamos, Plaza del Pilar Nuevo, Felipe Massieu Falcón, Espíritu Santo, Reloj, Doctor Chil, Doctor Verneau, San Marcos, García Tello, Plaza de Santo Domingo de Guzmán
Tuesday 12 April, Martes Santo
“LOS DOLORES DE TRIANA” PROCESSION
The Los Dolores de Triana procession of the Brotherhood and Guild of Our Lady of Sorrows from the Parish of San Bernardo and San Telmo starts at 19:30 and returns to the church around 22:30. This procession, popularly known as the “Brotherhood of Sorrows of Triana”, is sober and austere in style, as the faithful accompany La Dolorosa (“the pained one”) walking behind her son, so full of anguish, and bitterness, that her face is revered for having the serene beauty of an afflicted mother, with her hands outstretched in a plea for his sacrificed life. Men in black and women in black wearing Canarian “mantillas” participate in this procession.
Route : Parroquia en el Parque de San Telmo, Mayor de Triana, Travieso, General Bravo, Pérez Galdós, ( Penitential Station in the Sanctuary of San Antonio de Padua ) , Pérez Galdós, Perdomo, Mayor de Triana – Parque de San Telmo
Wednesday 13 April, Miercoles Santo
“SANTO ENCUENTRO DE CRISTO” PROCESSION
Starts at 20:00 at arrives back to the Parroquia de Santo Domingo at 23:00.
This procession has stages throughout strategic points around the historic old quarter district of Vegueta; the meeting of the Holy Women and St. John with the christ on his way to Golgotha (Calvary), where the holy crucifixion is supposed to have taken place. The first stop is at the Temple exit, with the holy man carrying a cross on his back and meeting Simon the “Cyrenian” on the way towards Plaza de Santa Ana.
At the second station, San Juan and La Magdalena, go in search of the messiah, finding him in the Plaza del Espíritu Santo. After the second station, they visit La Verónica and Our Lady of Sorrows of Vegueta, and together they march in search of the man Jesus.
Once found by St. John and Mary Magdalena, they go to give the news to the Virgin Mary, who they find at the gates of the Casa de Colón. Along the way St. John, Mary Magdalena and La Dolorosa all meet Jesus again, this holy meeting takes place in the Plaza de Santa Ana. Veronica wipes the Face of Jesus, unfolding the Holy Face Cloth. Later they offer Penance in the Cathedral – Basilica de Santa Ana.
Good places to watch from are the Plaza De Santa Ana and Plaza de Santa Domingo where the procession starts and travels along calles (streets) Obispo Codina, Espíritu Santo, Reyes Católicos, Dr. Chil, Dr. Vernay, San Marcos, Garcia Tello and Plaza de Santo Domino
Thursday 14 April, Holy Thursday
“VIACRUCIS DEL SILENCIO” PROCESSION
Leaving at midnight to arrive at the Hermitage for around 02.30. The Via Crucis in silence accompanys the image of the “Holy Christ of the Good End”, first brought out into the streets in 1941, from dawn on Holy Thursday until Good Friday morning.
Before leaving the hermitage the Miserere is sung.
A bell marks each of the stops and then restarts of the procession. Celebrating the Stations of the Cross in places where wooden crucifixes have been hung from various old mansions in Vegueta to mark the end of Lent, the season of abstinence. Expect men in hoods with incense and smoke, lanterns and tall staffs
Route: Plaza del Espíritu Santo, Castillo, Doctor Chil, Plaza de San Agustín, Procurador Luis Mesa Suárez, San Agustín, Espíritu Santo, Reloj, Obispo Codina, lateral de la Plaza de Santa Ana, Castillo, Plaza del Espíritu Santo
Friday 15 April, Good Friday
”LAS MANTILLAS” PROCESSION
Faithful women dressed in traditional White Canarian scarves, “The Sorrowful” follow the path of the pain of a Mother behind her crucified son. The cortege prays with the Holy Rosary and upon arrival at the Plaza, and before entering the Temple, the Bishop imparts a Blessing from the Balcony of the Episcopal Palace. From the entrance to the Cathedral, to the sound of Chopin’s Funeral March, the Sermon of Seven Words is celebrated.
Leaving at 11:00 and arriving back at 12:30. Route : Obispo Codina, Espíritu Santo, Reyes Católicos, Doctor Chil, Plaza del Espíritu Santo, Castillo, Plaza de Santa Ana, Obispo Codina to the Cathedral.
Magna procession Inter-parish of Vegueta
The Virgen de los Dolores crosses the Guiniguada ravine (on the banks of which the old town was founded) as part of the Magna on Good FridayThe parishes of Santo Domingo de Guzmán, San Agustín and San Francisco take their religious icons out to the streets and join in stages to form the Magna Procession.
From the Parish of Santa Domingo leaving at 18:30 and returning to the temple at 22:00.From the parish of San Agustín, leaving at 18:45 and returning to the temple at 21:30From the parish of San Francisco leaving at 19:00 and returning to the temple at 22:00
‘Retiro de Triana‘ processionFrom the parish San Francisco de Asis leaving at 22:30 and returning at 23:30
‘Retiro de Vegueta‘ processionleaving from the church Santa Domingo de Guzmán at 22:30 and returning at 23:30
Sunday 17 April, Domingo de Resurrección
A premiere act of the procession ‘del Resucitado‘ on Easter Sunday morning at 11:30, which departs from the large parish church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán.
Teror
Processions during Holy Week in the municipality of Teror
Sunday 10 April, Domingo de Ramos (Palm Sunday) at 11:45Tuesday 12 April, Martes Santo at 20:00Wednesday 13 April, Miercoles Santo at 20:00Thursday 14 April Jueves Santo at 20:00 and at 22:00Good Friday 15 April, Viernes Santo at 20:00 and 21:00
Agaete
Semana Santa in the municipality of Agaete 2022Friday, 8 April – Parish of Our Lady of the Conception18:30 Pray the Rosary.19:00 Eucharist19:30 Via Crucis. Adoration of the Cross
Saturday, 9 April -Hermitage Our Lady of the Miraculous El Risco 17:00: Blessing of the Palms. Eucharist and Via Crucis.-Our Lady of the Conception Parish 19:30: Eucharist. At the end, Sacred Concert by the Guayedra Musical Group.
Palm Sunday, 10 April -Hermitage of las Nieves 10:00, Blessing of the Palms and Eucharist.-Parish of Our Lady of the Conception at 12:00. Blessing of the Palms. Procession and Eucharist with the Lord on the Donkey.-Paris of San Pedro Apóstol. Agaete Valley at 19:00. Blessing of the Palms in the Neighborhood in Front and procession with the Lord on the Donkey towards the parish and Eucharist.
Holy Monday, 11 April -Parish of San Pedro Apóstol. Agaete Valley18:30 Penitential Rosary. 19:00 Eucharist. 19:30 Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament 20.00 Confessions.
Holy Tuesday, 12 April -Parish of San Pedro Apóstol. Agaete Valley19:30 Eucharist. 20:00 Procession of the Meeting.
Holy Wednesday, 13 April. Meeting with the Lord of the Passion-Parish Our Lady of the Conception:18.30 confessions and at 19.00 Eucharist and procession of the Encounter: Jesus carrying the Cross on his back. Virgin of Sorrows and Saint John. Fervorín in the meeting.
Holy Thursday, 14 April. Fraternal Love Day-Parish of San Pedro Apóstol. Agaete Valley:17:30 Eucharist of the Lord’s Supper and at 18:00 Eucharistic transfer to the Monument.-Parish of Our Lady of the Conception19:00 Eucharist of the Lord’s Supper. Eucharistic transfer to the monument.20:00 Holy Hour and Procession of the Via Crucis.
Holy Friday, 15 April. contemplate the cross-Parish of San Pedro Apóstol. Agaete Valley:09:00 Via crucis celebration. Then, celebration of the Lord’s death.-Parish Our Lady of the Conception:18:00 Celebration of the Passion and death of the Lord. Sign of the Crown of Thorns. Magna procession.22:00 Holy Burial and Procession of Solitude.Holy Saturday, 16 April. The resurrection-Parish of San Pedro Apóstol. Agaete Valley:18:00 Solemn Easter Vigil-Our Lady of the Conception Parish:19:30 Solemn Easter Vigil
Easter Sunday, 17 April -Hermitage of Our Lady of the Snows: 10.00 Eucharist.-Parish Our Lady of the Conception: 12.00 Eucharist.
Gáldar
Sunday 10 April at 11:00 From Templo Matriz de Santiago, procession of the Jesus arriving to Jerusalem
Tuesday 12 April at 19:00 Eucharist and at 20:00 procession of the Holy Christ tied to the Column, Ntra. Sra. de la Soledad y San Juan Evangelista.Wednesday 13 April at 19:00 eucharist and at 20:00 Procession of the Holy Christ with the Cross on his back and when arriving at the front of the Casino, Santo Encuentro with San Juan, La Verónica and his Mother Ntra. Señora de los Dolores. Next, Sermon of the Encounter. Accompanied by the municipal band of Gáldar.
Thursday 14 April l10:00 h. a 13:00 h. Habrá sacerdotes en el confesionario para quienes deseen recibir el sacramento del perdón.17:30 h. Eucaristía de la Cena del Señor en la parroquia de Ntra. Sra. de Fátima de la Montaña y reserva del Santísimo en el monumento. A continuación, Hora Santa.19:30 h. Eucaristía Solemne de la Cena del Señor, a continuación, procesión claustral del Santísimo bajo palio y reserva en el monumento.23:00 h. Hora Santa00:00 h. Viacrucis con el Santísimo Cristo de Indias.
Friday 15 April at 19:00 Holy office of Passion and the Death of the Lord, followed by the Magna procession in the following order:
I Cruz Procesional de Santiago (siglo XVI gótico renacentista).II Jesús Atado a la Columna (siglo XVII).III Ntro. Padre Jesús Nazareno (Siglo XVII).IV Banda de Música la Isleña.V Ntra. Sra. de la Soledad (siglo XVII, procedente de la antigua Iglesia de San Antonio de la Vega).VI Santísimo Cristo de Indias (siglo XIX).VII “Santa Cruz”, con la “Magdalena” (siglo XVII), “San Juan Evangelista” (obra contemporánea) y las insignias de la Pasión.VIII Santo Sepulcro (obra contemporánea).IX Santísima Virgen de los Dolores (Luján Pérez, 1756–1815).X Clero Parroquial.XI Pendón de la Real Ciudad bajo Mazas.XII Excma. Corporación Municipal.XIII Banda de Música de Gáldar.
at 22:00 Sermon of Solitude and procession of the retreat of Our Lady of Sorrows accompanied by the municipal band of Gáldar.
Saturday 16 April at 22:00 Easter Vigil of Resurrection, followed by procession of the Blessed Sacrament under a canopy and blessing.
Agüimes
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The Canary Guide #WeekendTips 4-6 March 2022
Orange Blossom March 2022
It’s the first weekend of March and markets galore are open again this weekend including La Aldea and Tejeda. One of the biggest sporting events on the island, the toughest billed as one of the toughest in the world, the ‘TransGranCanaria 2022’ is happening on Gran Canaria this weekend. Carnival main stage celebrations are now in full flow in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, with local carnival events in Mogán, Santa Lucia and Agüimes. Meanwhile Ingenio and Telde have announced that they will be postponing theirs for now. All in all, the month of March also brings some awesome fairs as we move towards the spring equinox.
Upcoming Events :
The 11th Southern Springtime Artisan Craft Fair – Faro de Maspalomas 11-20 MarchEuropean Cheese Fair in Teror 12-13 MarchEco Mercado by Organic Meeting Point in Las Palmas 13 MarchRally Villa de Santa Brigida 18-19 MarchKm.0 Fair Valsequillo 19-20 MarchENORTE 2022 in Gáldar 1-3 April
Spanish State Meteorological Agency, AEMET, have forecast a weekend of fun and frolic with a proper winter-spring mix offering pretty much a little bit of everything possible. We might get some rain, there is a wind warning and some sunshine on offer. Better to be ready for all possible options. Most of the rain will likely miss the south of the island but the weather definitely looking greyer on the northern parts of the island.
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.
Weather forecast by AEMET for the municipality of Mogán:
*** Check the regular markets and a range of other events on our main calendar at The Canary Guide website***
5-6 March, MogánCarnival Mogán 2022
The town hall of Mogán announced, this Tuesday, that this year’s carnival celebrations, held between 5 March – 3 April will take place mainly as festivities in the various neighbourhoods and are mostly intended for the youngest ones in the family. This year there will be no carnival street parade. Some of the main events are to be held in Arguineguin 25-27 March.
This weekend:On Saturday in Barranquillo Andrés y Soria carnival workshops and inflatables at Plaza Álamo y Mejías de Barranquillo Andrés at 17:30 and a magic show at 20:00On Sunday in Veneguera, the Plaza de Veneguera will host at 10:00 workshops and inflatables and at 18:00 a magic show.
Check the full program below!
Carnival Mogán 2022
Sunday 6 March, AgüimesCarnival Agüimes 2022
The municipality of Agüimes celebrates Carnival 2022 between 19 February and 13 March. The theme “Those wonderful years 60-70-80s”, chosen by popular vote. This Sunday there is a family day planned at Plaza Teatro Auditorio Agüimes. Between 11:00-14:00 there is a children play area and at 12:00 a family carnival costume contest.
See the full program below!
Carnival Agüimes 2022
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Saturday 5 March La AldeaMercadillo y muestra de artesanía y complementos
This is a lovely local market to visit in the westernmost municipality of the island, with local produce, artisans and music on every first Saturday of each month.
This Saturday, in the afternoon, from 17:00 to 22:00, the Market, Crafts and Accessories return to the Open Commercial Area of La Aldea de San Nicolás
The March market will feature workshops on carnival crafts, a cooking MasterClass, which will include a tasting, for which interested persons must register by calling the Municipal Employment and Local Development Agency on 928 89 06 91. There will also be a route through the living museums of the Community Development Project, registering in advance at 682 22 58 98 or by email at turismo@aytolaaldea.com.And for the smallest in the house, and their families, there will be children’s entertainment and an afternoon full of surprises.
“Enjoy a different and very special afternoon in the urban area of the municipality of La Aldea.”
Sunday 6 March, TejedaMercadillo de Tejeda
Located in the mountainous central part of 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.
This Sunday is the first Tejeda Market held in 2022. There will be craft stalls, accessories, tastings, children’s entertainment, … and more surprises, The market is held from 10:00 to 15:00 at Plaza Nuestra Señora del Socorro.Laura Martel will be performing “Notas para tí” (Notes for you) at 13:00 at Plaza Mirador, she is a young timple player (traditional small, four-stringed guitar) from the municipality of Valsequillo.
There will be capacity control and the current security measures must be respected, as well as the indications through the signs available on the premises and/or those responsible for security.
Sunday 6 March, ValsequilloSoltura
Under the project ‘Compartiendo Soltura 2021’, a festival of sustainability and culture this Sunday in Valsequillo de Gran Canaria. All events are happening at Plaza del Pilar and surrounding areas. A lovely morning to spend in the strawberry kingdom of Gran Canaria.
10:00 – 10:30 Vivaldianas Quartet ConcertVivaldianas Quartet: Anabel Estévez Acosta, violin. Gema Barragán Pulido, violin. Óscar Guerra Suárez, viola. Marisa Roda Pujol, cello.10:30 – 12:45 Children’s workshops on sustainability, culture and equality By Tembrujo Designs and Shows.12:00 – 12:45 Circus show magic and clowns ‘Timbiriqui’ Interpreters: Aitana Monzón, Toto Jungler, Franchi Natra and Luis Monzón.13:00 – 14:15 BJazz Concert: Woman’s Charm. BJazz: Samantha de León, double bass. Silvia Jimenez, trumpet. Sun-Young Park, piano Amelia Gutierrez, drums. Moneiba Hidalgo, singer.
Sunday, 6th of March, Las PalmasMercadillo Inglés
The English Market, ‘Mercadillo Inglés’, in the magic-garden-of-plants-and-pots shop, at the British club in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria on Sunday, 6th of March 2022.
Between 11:00-19:00, there is a commercial area, garden market, cake shop, wine tasting, gastronomy and flowers, lots of flowers.
SPORTING EVENTS THIS WEEKEND
4-6 March, Gran CanariaTransGranCanaria 2022
This weekend, Gran Canaria once again hosts one of the toughest mountain trails contests on the annual circuit and will welcome some world’s best runners. This 20th anniversary is a milestone that places it among the pioneers and longest-lived in the world. The event will not include, this March, the 360º challenge, which now becomes independent and will take place from 24-28 November 2022. This Transgrancanaria event will focus on its most common distances: the Classic, Advanced, Marathon, Starter, Promo and Kids competitions. Almost 4,000 participants from 60 nationalities will be racing this weekend and some will meet for the first test of the Spartan Trail World Championship circuit in its Ultra Trail through the mountains of Gran Canaria.
“Parque Sur de Maspalomas will be the finish line for all the distances so except a busy weekend in that area as well as some restrictions. There will also be some street closure in different crossing points, for example in Tejeda”
On Friday:TransGranCanariaKids on Las Canteras beach at 10:00TransGranCanaria Classic 126km at 23:00 Las Palmas -> Parque Sur Maspalomas
On Saturday: Advanced 62km, at 09:00 Artenara -> Parque Sur MaspalomasMarathon 43km, at 09:30 Vivac Aventura El Garañon -> Parque Sur MaspalomasStarter 26 km, at 08:30 Tunte -> Parque Sur MaspalomasPromo 15km, at 08:00 Ayagaures -> Parque Sur MaspalomasYouth 15 km, at 08:00 Ayagaures -> Parque Sur MaspalomasFamily Trans 15 km, at 08:00 Ayagaures -> Parque Sur Maspalomas
5-6 March, Anfi del MarBeach Volley Ball
Anfi beach hosts beach volleyball tournaments this weekend organised by Beach Volley Salitre
On Saturday, Beach Volleyball Master over 40 – male and female categories and is sponsored by Watersports Luis Molina.On Sunday Beach Volleyball Master over 40 – Mixed and is sponsored by Marina Elite Resort
On both days, which will start at 9:30 am, the participation of twelve pairs of players of national and international origins is expected.
REGULAR 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
Saturday 6 March, 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.
“Take the opportunity to enjoy the rugged and beautiful northern coastline of Gran Canaria with absolutely gorgeous views.”
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The Canary Guide #WeekendTips 25-27 February 2022
The last weekend of February and the weather forecast is not looking very promising, unless you are a gardener in hope of a pre-spring boost to your patch . A rainy weekend across Gran Canaria is expected so bear in mind that any outdoor events could get postponed or cancelled if the rain predictions become a reality. The month of March also brings a lot of events so stay tuned for things to come. The weekend offers Carnival celebrations in Las Palmas and Playa de Arinaga. The mountain village and municipality of Artenara is celebrating their patronal saint’s festivities in honour of San Matias. Las Palmas Opera Season of has started this week, for those in search of high culture, and offering performances of some amazing works.
Upcoming Bank holidays on Gran Canaria:
Tuesday, 1 March is Martes de Carnaval, Shrove Tuesday, Pancake Day, Mardi gras and also a local bank holiday in:Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Arucas, Firgas, Moya, Santa Brígida, Santa María de Guía, Tedeja, Teror, Valleseco
Thursday, 3 March is a Local Bank Holiday in Agüimes – Carnival Thursday
Spanish State Meteorological Agency, AEMET, forecasts rain on Gran Canaria for Friday to the north and for the whole island from Saturday. 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.
Gran Canaria Weather: As temperatures rise, Calima departs, and a little rain to follow, particularly on the north, by the weekend
*** Check the regular markets and a range of other events on our main calendar at The Canary Guide website***
CARNIVAL FESTIVITIES ON GRAN CANARIA 2022
25 February – 20 March, Las PalmasCarnival Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
The capital, Las Palmas starts its rescheduled 2022 Carnival celebrations with traditional stage events this weekend. The galas and traditional contests take place between 25 February and 20 March. Other street events have been postponed until Summer 2022. The theme chosen and voted on back in February 2021 for this year’s festivities is “La Tierra“, The Planet Earth
The Carnival of ‘La Tierra’ celebrates staged galas and contests from February 25 to March 20 on set built in Parque Santa Catalina. Entry to the area is possible only with a ticket available on the Carnival website and entrees.es. Most events are free of charge
Program for this weekend
On Friday at 21:00, the Pregón, the official announcement of the Start of Carnival celebrations at 21:00 On Saturday at 19:00, the presentation of all the candidates and the draw for order of participation. Later the Adult Fancy dress contest at 21:00On Sunday at 11:00 children’s Murgas and comparsas and later at 20:00 Grand Dame Gala
See the full program HERE!
Saturday 26 February, Playa de Arinaga in AgüimesCarnival Playa de Arinaga 2022
Carnival celebration of Playa de Arinaga in the municipality of Agüimes takes place this Saturday.
There is a fun play area set up for children at the Plaza Playa de Arinaga between 11:00-14:00.At 12:00 a parade through the pedestrian area, from Avenida de los Pescadores to Caseta del Muelle to Avenida PolizónAt 13:00, a Carnival family costume competition at Plaza Playa de Arinaga
25.2.-1.3, Las Palmas CC Las Arenas Carnival fun for kids
The big shopping centre in the capital, Las Arenas, is saying goodbye to February to welcome March, and Carnival, in style, offering frivolity this weekend for the littlest ones in the house, with Play Club Las Arenas on the Terrace Floor, planta terraza
Schedule for the shows
On Friday at 19:00 – Juggling Show by The friend Che PedroOn Saturday at 19:00 – Acrobatics Show by El Gran ChispitaOn Sunday at 19:00 – Show Clown by Cousin Giusepe SalchichoneOn Monday at 19:00 – Puppet show by The boys from Sesame StreetOn Tuesday at 13:00 – Magic show by Gaffapastti & Mr. Tie
26.2.- 1.3., Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria Mogan Mall Carnival Fountain shows
The Mogan Mall shopping centre in Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria are also getting into Carnival mood with their special fountain show between Saturday, 26 February and Tuesday, 1 March. A show to enjoy with including themed carnivalesque visuals to the rhythm of the music. Every night from 20:00
And then on Carnival Tuesday, 1 March, there will also be a batucada, rhythmic group with drums parading at the Mall at 18:00.
24-27 February, ArtenaraFiesta de San Matías
The highest altitude mountain village on the island, Artenara is celebrating their Patronal Festivities in honour of San Matias, 24-27 February 2022. The main day of the festivities is always the last Sunday in February. Saint Matias the Apóstol has been the Patron Saint of Artenara since the 17th century and was named the Patron of the Pinares de Gran Canaria in 1996
On Sunday, the main day of festivities includes a VIP reception at the House Consistorial from 11:30. Then a solemn eucharist at 12:00 followed by reading of the Proclamation of the Pine Forests by Mrs. Inés Jiménez Martín, 2nd Vice President and Director of the Environment for the Cabildo de Gran Canaria, on Alameda Mayor Severiano Luján Cabrera, at 13:00.at 13:30 an homage ceremony in recognition of work carried out for the Environment.
Even though popular events like the usual romeria and religious procession will not take place this year, it is an amazing time to visit this mountain village, as Artenara celebrates the festivities of San Matias. There are several gorgeous sights to see, like the Mirador de Atalaya at the entrance to the village, as well as the majestic sculpture entitled the ‘Heart of Jesus’, the church of San Matías, the Santiago aranda house museum and much more.
22 February – 25 June, Las PalmasÓpera de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
The 55th edition of the Opera season in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria started this week on Tuesday 22 February in Pérez Galdós Theatre.
The 2022 Program:
February 22, 24 and 26 – Puccini : Manon LescautMarch 22, 24 and 26 – Donizetti : Don PasqualeApril 26, 28 and 30 – Verdi : Un Ballo in MascheraMay 24, 25 and 28 – Verdi : ErnaniJune 21, 23 and 25 – Offenbach : Les Contes D’Hoffmann
Ticket prices are from €15- €100 and can be purchased from the Opera Las Palmas website, or from the ticket office in Las Palmas ACO, Calle San Fransisco 6. Monday to Friday 10:00-13:00 & 17:00-20:00.
SPORTING EVENTS THIS WEEKEND
25-27 February, Vecindario – Santa LucíaGran Canaria Media Maratón Alcalde Camilo Sánchez
The XIV edition of the Gran Canaria Memorial Half Marathon “Alcalde Camilo Sánchez” 2022 edition this weekend 2022.
More than 1,600 people participating and will fill the streets of Vecindario from Friday to Sunday to celebrate this race, a hallmark of the municipality.This event brings together athletes from 40 different nationalities and from the different islands.
The popular Vecindario race returns with feature events like The Queen competition, a 21-kilometre Half Marathon, in addition to two races of 5 and 10.5 kilometres, as well as the popular Fiesta de la Fruta walk. The children’s races will be divided by age groups.
All the distances and races start from the official arch of the event in front of the Santa Lucía Municipal Sports Pavilion located at Avda. de Las Tirajanas S/N Vecindario.
On Friday, ‘Caminata de la Fruta‘ The Fruit Walk 17:30-21:00On Saturday, the childrens’ races between 09:30 -13:00 and later the 5km race 17:30-19:00On Sunday, the main Day, at 09:30 Start s21 km race and the 10,5 km race
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.
On this Sunday also the biweekly Farmers and Handicraft Fair of Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria in the urban park from 09:00-15:00
Saturday 26 February, 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.”
LIVE MUSIC THIS WEEKEND!
THE 19th HOLE MELONERAS
Live Music from 22:00
On Friday Dan & TessOn Saturday Chris MooneyOn Sunday Gary Lithgow
Pub Durty Nellys
In Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria. Live music at 22:00
On Friday – Fiona and John On Saturday- John On Sunday – Fiona and John
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.
Friday Nirvana Bar in Arguineguín, Ancora Centre at 21:00Saturday Rockabella in Playa del Inglés 18:00–21:00 and later in The Shamrock in Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria at 22:30Sunday The Shamrock in Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria, show starts at 22:30
MULLIGAN’S PLAYA DEL INGLES
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Calima Yellow Advisory Maintained, Reduced Visibility Expected
The yellow advisory warning for Calima dust in the Canary Islands issued by the Spanish State Meteorological Agency (AEMET) continues this Monday across Gran Canaria, Tenerife, and the islands of Lanzarote and Fuerteventura.
Feature image: Yellow Calima Advisory for Gran Canaria and The Canary Islands 30012022 Aqua Modis CR TC courtesy of NASA
Saharan dust in suspension, affecting the archipelago over the weekend, will continue to reduce visibility to around 3,000 metres, though lower visibility could be recorded in some places.
The yellow notice will remain active throughout Monday until 00:00 on Tuesday.
The Canary Islands Ministry of Health, through the General Directorate of Public Health, has recommended that the general population take precautions to avoid prolonged exposure to the outside air, keeping windows closed and refrain from physically demanding activities outdoors.
RecommendationsThe following measures are recommended for people who may be sensitive to this type of environmental episode – such as children, the elderly, and people with chronic respiratory or cardiovascular diseases:
Do not go outside, and keep the doors and windows closed.
Clean surfaces where dust settles with damp cloths.
Seek humid environments and stay hydrated.
Do not take part in physical exercises outside.
Should respiratory symptoms worsen, call 112.
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The Canary Guide Weekend Tips 28-30 January 2021
It’s the last weekend of January already and what a month it certainly has been!
Almond blossom festivities both in Tejeda and in Valsequillo have been postponed until next year, 2023. Many Carnival celebrations have also been postponed until summer 2022 and the start of the main Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Carnival, moved to 25 February and will be celebrated without most of the popular street events.
Gran Canaria continues on Health Alert Level 4 for another week, and the higher alert level also means some stricter regulations.
The town hall of Mogán has already cancelled all weekly markets in the municipality as have Santa Lucía, while San Bartolomé de Tirajana (Maspalomas/Playa del Inglés/San Fernando) continues with some of the markets and the secondhand “Rastro” market still open, but not the biweekly farmers’ market.
Regardless, Gran Canaria springtime is simply gorgeous and there is always time for an adventure to go see the blooming trees, not just almond blossom in the mountains. In Mogán, the mango trees too are starting to bloom.
Upcoming bank holidays on Gran Canaria:Wednesday, 2 February 2022 is a local bank holiday in the municipality of Ingenio
Spanish State Meteorological Agency, AEMET, forecast a weekend starting with light breezes and some cloud cover, and sunshine prevailing throughout the south of the island.
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 weather on the south coasts.
Saturday and Sunday look “wintery” with blue skies elsewhere around the island, so adventures in the mountains look promising, though skies could be a little unstable on Friday. All in all average daytime temperatures should stay a comfortable, 21ºC in the shade, though certainly a touch colder up in the summits, and definitely at night time when you can feel the temperature difference, particularly if it has been a sunny day, so if you find yourself at altitude expect fresh and cool mountain weather after sundown.
*** Check the regular markets and a range of other events on our main calendar at The Canary Guide website***
23 February – 6 February, IngenioFiestas de La Candelaria y San Blas
It is a lovely time to visit the municipality of Ingenio which is celebrating their annual Patron Saint festivities in honour of Our Lady Candelaria ‘Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria’.
This year the festivities are again reduced by the pandemic. The religious procession, the cattle fair, the craft market, the cart race and the zanga tournament are just some of the popular activities that have been suspended after entering Level 4 restrictions.
On Friday, the fairground where the attractions and stalls are located, in front of the Federico García Lorca Cultural Centre, is offering a Family Day between 18:00-22:00, with special prices. There will also be a free photo booth with photographer included on the 28th at the fairgrounds.
That same Friday, the stage of the tent in the square hosts the proclamation of the Maninidra Fighting Club at 20:00. Later the show ‘Con Acervo Canario’, in which the singer Jesús Monzón reviews popular Canarian music from a contemporary harmonic perspective of other genres. Tickets are free and require the Covid Certificate to access, which will be done in strict order of arrival until capacity is reached.
Wednesday, 2 February 2022 is a local bank holiday in the municipality of Ingenio, The main day of the Patron festivities of Our Lady of Candelaria, ‘festividad de Nuestra Señora de La Candelaria y San Blas’
Fiestas patronales de La Candelaria – Ingenio
SPORTING EVENTS THIS WEEKEND
Saturday, 29 JanuaryXII Clásica de Mogán
The 12th edition of the Mogán classic rally will be held this Saturday and is also the starting event of the 2022 season.
The start and the finish line is once again the Paseo de Los Marrero, in Puerto de Mogán. This is a regularity event for historic “classic” vehicles (25 years old and more) with a scoring round for the XIV Classic Cup Gran Canaria 2022.
The 2022 edition, as usual, will present a totally linear route, taking place in two sections separated by a long stop for lunch. It will have a first section that will take place between 12:00 and 14:40, covering 98.5 km divided into six regular sections. The second part of the itinerary includes another seven sections totalling 119.8 km, to complete the 218.3 km. total, starting at 15:15 to arrive at 18:25 back to Puerto de Mogán to continue with a toast and the subsequent delivery of trophies at 19:30.
The Cordial Mogán Valle Hotel and the Paseo de los Marrero in Puerto de Mogán will be the official headquarters, departure point and final arrival for the classic. The Gran Canaria Classic Cup is made up in this edition of 8 events to be held in the province of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.
29-30 January, Gran CanariaFénix Bike & Trail
The Fénix Bike & Trail takes place this weekend. An event promoted by the Sports Institute of the Cabildo de Gran Canaria bringing together a mountain bike and trail running competition in the municipalities of Santa Lucía de Tirajana and Tejeda.
On Saturday, 29 January : Fénix Bike at 09:30 starts from El Doctoral. The Fénix Bike will be carried out in a Marathon format over a route of about 31 kilometres and almost 1,000 meters of accumulated climb. The circuit will take place in the spectacular environment of La Sorrueda in the municipality of Santa Lucía de Tirajana.
On Sunday, 30 January: Fénix Trail starts at 09:00 from El Garañón for short and long distances.The Fénix Trail ‘Long’ tours the Gran Canaria summit with the El Garañón Lodge as the epicentre, and runs through some of the most emblematic points of the island such as Roque Nublo and the beautiful village of Tejeda. The race will be held over a distance of 24 kilometres and a little over 1,600 meters of climb.
The Fénix Trail ‘short’ is a reduced modality of just over 12 kilometres for those who want to start the year in a more moderate way. A route with nearly a thousand metres of accumulated positive slope to climb that will also pass through the Nublo Rural Park with the start and finish line at the El Garañón Lodge .
MARKETS ON THE SOUTH OF GRAN CANARIA
With most of the markets temporarily suspended in the south after Gran Canaria moved up to Alert Level 4, there are still two to visit this weekend. These two are held in the municipal market area, off the public roads, where it is possible to control capacity and follow the current regulations in force.
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 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.
28-30 JANUARY, SAN MATEOMERCADO DE VEGA DE SAN MATEO
The weekend market of Vega de San Mateo in the mountains is a popular place to visit by locals and visitors. Open from Friday to Sunday you can find the big market warehouse building abuzz, as well as outside stalls and occasional music and dancing during summer.
Local farmers sell a selection of locally grown seasonal vegetables, fruit and cheese, wine and much more. The outside area offers stalls with an interesting array of different products from handcrafts, clothes, bags among others.
On Friday and Saturday 08:00-20:00 and Sunday 09:00-14:30.
The market and surrounding area have undergone some major renovations and improvements. The opening of underground parking of Los Gofiones Plaza del Mercado ( just after the main bus station) has improved traffic and parking on busy days like market days.
“A perfect opportunity to see some blossoming trees and beautiful views and at the same time take the opportunity to stroll through the wonderful cobbled old quarter of the Vega de San Mateo, visit the Parish Church, located in the Calle Principal and enjoy a lovely lunch in one of the restaurants nearby”
28-30 January 2022, Santa Maria de Guía‘Mercado de Guía’
‘Mercado De Guía‘, is the newest agricultural market to explore on Gran Canaria.
The municipal marketplace of Santa Maria de Guía is open from Friday to Sunday between 08:00-16:00.
This new agricultural marketplace, currently hosting 30 stalls, is still enjoying its inaugural month, offering prize draws and entertainment until the end of January.
On Fridays in January, for every €10 of purchases, visitors to the Mercado de Guía will be able to win a gift voucher worth €60. The prize draws will take place on Sundays, 23rd and 30th of January. Three prize cheques will be raffled each week, worth €60 each, to be exchanged at the Market stalls.
On Saturdays and Sundays, the Market hosts musical performances, children’s workshops, wine and cheese tastings, etc. Activities all aimed at a family audience that makes this an attractive experience for all the family, as well as making it possible to buy the best local produce.
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LIVE MUSIC THIS WEEKEND
THE 19th HOLE MELONERAS
Live Music from 22:00
On Friday Dan & TessOn Saturday Chris MooneyOn Sunday Gary Lithgow
JAZ ALICE MUSIC
Jaz Alice is our most talented and versatile young singer, born in England, she has become a local star performer here on Gran Canaria
Friday at Tipsy Hammock from 14:00-16:00 and later in Papi’s Grill in Playa de Inglés at 20:30 – 23:00
Saturday at Tipsy Hammock from 14:00-16:00
On Sunday in Rio Sol Hotel in Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria 21:15-22:15
KELLY MARLOW
The astounding US Rock sensation, now a local star on Gran Canaria, playing to an international audience and live on air.
On Friday in Nirvana Bar in Arguineguín, Ancora CentreOn Saturday in Rockabella at 20:00 in Playa del InglésOn Sunday in The Shamrock at 21:00 in Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria
MULLIGAN’S GRAN CANARIA
Live Music every night, great food and a wide selection of beers
Music starts at 18:00
On Friday Thrilogy On Saturday Shane & Cotsy On Sunday Hits 4 Life
Every Day Kevin O’Sullivan
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450 kg of cocaine found in a container at the port of Las Palmas
A container, which was destined for Valencia, was inspected in the Port of Las Palmas and 450 kg of cocaine was seized, as a result three people were arrested in the port of Valencia
Policia Nacional Agents, in a joint operation with the Guardia Civil and the Tax Agency, this week discovered 450 kg of cocaine hidden in a container that was in transit from Brazil to Spain, its first point of entry into Spain being the port of Las Palmas of Gran Canaria.
Investigations began when, through international customs and police cooperation, information was received of a possible narcotic substance having been detected, presumably cocaine, from a container destined for Valencia.
A joint team of investigators was formed, made up of officials from the Policia Nacional working with agents from Customs Surveillance and the Guardia Civil. This team carried out the operational actions that determined the apprehension of 450 kg of cocaine in the Port of Las Palmas, initiating the appropriate investigations in relation to the recipients of the drug. These steps made it possible to determine that there were three people of Spanish nationality involved residing in Valencia and working in the port.
A surveillance operation in the Port of Valencia, initiated by units similar to those of the Port of Las Palmas, concluded with the arrest of the three individuals who were trying to recover the drug five days after the container had entered Spain.
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