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Friday 5 Sept

• Sky: Clear and sunny.

• Temps: 21/32 °C, warmer inland.

• Wind: NE 15 km/h, stronger gusts SE slopes.

• Sea: 25 °C, slight swell.

• UV: 10.

• Events: Opening night of the Soul Festival in San Agustín; warm but comfortable on the beach.

Saturday 6 Sept

• Sky: Mostly sunny, stable conditions.

• Temps: 21/33 °C.

• Wind: NE 10 km/h, light along south coast.

• Sea: 25 °C, slight swell.

• UV: 9.

• Events: Good conditions for the Valsequillo fair and Tejeda festivities. Clear evening skies for Arucas fireworks.

Sunday 7 Sept

• Sky: Sunny morning, cloud building later north and interior.

• Temps: 24/34 °C inland; 27–29 °C on south coasts.

• Wind: Light, 5 km/h, calmer overall.

• Sea: 25 °C, slight swell.

• UV: 10.

• Events: Hot inland for La Aldea’s Charco tradition at midday — sun protection essential. Comfortable at the coast for the final night of the Soul Festival.

📍 Amadores Beach forecast (Fri–Sun): sunny, calm seas, highs 27–29 °C, water 25 °C, UV 9–10 — excellent beach conditions all weekend.

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The famous mountain market town of Teror are celebrating their annual ‘Fiestas del Pino’, the most important religious festival on Gran Canaria, in Honour of Nuestra Señora del Pino (Our Lady of the Pine), the patron of the island, between 24 August to 28 September 2025.

The “Fiestas of the Pine” are loaded with mass street parties and abundant religious activities, in addition to traditional events and twenty or so popular live music concerts. The main days of the festivities (7,8, and 14 September 2025) will also mean road closures and parking restrictions in Teror. So you will want to leave early, and consider one of the many public transport options into the town centre, though there is usually ample parking for early birds.

Monday, 8 September, is a Bank Holiday on Gran Canaria: The feast of the Patron Saint of Gran Canaria, Our Lady of the Pine, Nuestra Señora del Pino
There will be major traffic restrictions to access, park, and circulate in Teror on 7,8, and 14 September 2025 

Friday 5 September:
21:00 Pastora Soler concert “Rosas y espinas-30 anos” at Plaza de Sintes
22:30 Rock & Rios Band Tribute concert to Miguel Ríos at Plaza de Sintes

Saturday 6 September
20:30 The 33rd edition of the Gran Canaria Folklore Festival in Teror’s Plaza de Sintes
23:00 Verbena, a lively street party enlivened by La Mekánica by Tamarindos and Grupo Bomba

Sunday 7 September: 73ª Romería Ofrenda a Ntra. Sra. del Pino

16:00 The 73rd edition of the traditional Pilgrimage-Ofrenda del Pino, representing the 21 municipalities and the Gran Canaria Island Council.
(15:30) Route: from Castañero Gordo to Plaza del Pino.

The procession will be led by the cart from the host municipality, Teror, followed by that of the Gran Canaria Island Council, co-organiser of the festivities in honour of the Patron Saint of the Canarian Diocese, followed by those from La Aldea de San Nicolás and Mogán, which, due to their geographical distance, are not included in the lottery that has been held for the past twenty years.

The municipalities of Arucas, Artenara, Agüimes, Santa Lucía de Tirajana, Valsequillo, Firgas, Telde, Vega de San Mateo, Tejeda, Moya, Santa María de Guía, Ingenio, Gáldar, Valleseco, Santa Brígida, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Agaete, and San Bartolomé de Tirajana will then participate in the pilgrimage-offering. The Tejeguate folklore group from El Hierro, the Los Toledo group from La Graciosa, and the Los Trigales folklore group from Tenerife will also participate in the pilgrimage procession.

20:00 Verbena “de la Vispera”, street party at Plaza de Sintes, enlivened by La Polvajera, Las Ladys, D’Music and DJ Promaster
24:00 Fireworks display show from the Yànez Matos fields 

Monday 8 September: Día de Ntra. Sra. del Pino – Main Day of the festivities

07:00/08:00/09:00/10:00 Eucharist in Basílica del Pino.
11:00 The official reception of the authorities and the presentations of their Majesties on Calle Real
12:00 Solemn Eucharist in Basílica del Pino.
13:00 Religious procession with the image of Our Lady of the Pine through the streets. The procession will also feature petal showers as the throne carries the Virgin of the Pine, and especially as it passes through Calle Real, thousands of petals will fall, known as the “Petalada.”
21:00 ‘El Consorcio’ concert at Plaza de Sintes (De Mocedades a El Consorcio)

“Probably the biggest and most important of the religious festivals on Gran Canaria, these events essentially mark the end of summertime and celebrate the harvests as well as heralding a change in the winds bringing a more autumnal feel, in particular, to the many northern mountain towns which represent the post-colonial history of the island and its agricultural traditions.”

La Aldea de San Nicolás is celebrating their Patron Saint festivities in honour of San Nicolás de Tolentino until 9 October 2025. This weekend’s tips will cover events until the big day on Thursday. 

The most anticipated events will take place in the coming days: the ‘Descent of the Branch’ La Rama on September 9th; The Diana, and the Pilgrimage on September 10th; and the most anticipated day of the year, then the Día del Charco on September 11th. The ‘Subida de la Rama’ (raising of the branch) celebration will follow on September 20th.

Wednesday, 10 September is a local bank holiday: Festividad del Santo Patrono San Nicolás de Tolentino
Thursday, 11 September is a local bank holiday: Día del Charco

Friday 5 September:
21:30 Tribute concert remembering Jaun Gabriel at Plaza Proyecto Desarrollo Comunitario

Saturday 6 September:
10:00 Monthly market
13:00 performance by Mujeres D at Plaza La Alameda
20:00 Annual festive concert of the music band ‘Aires de La Aldea’
23:30 Verbena at Plaza Proyecto Desarrollo Comunitario

Tuesday 9 September:
from 10:30 Livestock Fair on Avenida San Nícolas
17:00 Bajada de La Rama, lowering of the branch from Almacén de Los Picos, a pre-Hispanic peculiarity handed down from the Canarian aborigines, who came from the mountains to the sea carrying tree branches, in summer and times of drought, to pray for rain.
This will be followed by a late-night party from 23:30 with La Mekánica by Tamarindos and Start Music at Plaza Proyecto Desarrollo Comunitario.
00:00 The fireworks show spectacle from the back of the football field.

Wednesday 10 September | DÍA DE SAN NICOLÁS DE TOLENTINO
06:30 Diana Floreada procession through the streets
at 07:00 Mass and a blessing at the Parish of San Nicolás.
at 11:00 Eucharist at the Parish of San Nicolás followed by a procession from the Parish.
18:00 The Romería Ofrenda a San Nicolás de Tolentino, a pilgrimage offering in honour of San Nicolás de Tolentino from Almacén de Los Picos.
Baile de Cuerdas (dancing) to follow and then music at 22:30 at La Alameda, a popular party with orchestras at midnight at Plaza Proyecto Desarrollo Comunitario.

Thursday 11 September, Día de El Charco
At 09:00 people start to gather at La Alameda and at 10:00 walk towards the famous El Charco. Dancing and music by the harbour from the Banda de Agaete at 12:00, and a meeting of music groups from 14:00 at the Parque Rubén Díaz.

Pesca de La Lisa “El Charco” starts at 17:00. At the cry of YA! “Now!” and with the firing of a rocket flare into the air, thousands of people carrying baskets will all enter the large brackish pond by this beautiful cobble beach, to try and catch themselves a slippery, spiny loach fish with their bare hands. A spectacle in itself.

Later that evening the El Charco- gala at 21:00 will be held at Plaza Proyecto Desarrollo Comunitario.

Gran Canaria Summer-Com between 5-7 September 2025 in INFECAR, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 

Gran Canaria Summer-Con, one of the Canary Islands’ leading technology and entertainment events, is back with a vengeance for its second edition. This time, the Canary Islands Trade Fair Institution (INFECAR) is preparing to welcome thousands of video game and Asian culture enthusiasts again between September 5th and 7th. Esports tournaments, dance and cosplay contests, and even geeky-themed concerts will be a major event during these dates.

Gran Canaria Summer-Con is one of the Canary Islands’ leading technology and entertainment events. It brings together a wide range of activities related to video games, anime, comics, K-pop, cosplay, crafts, influencers, Japanese culture, and much more.

Opening hours: 11:00-20:00

Tickets for the #GCSC2025 Summer-Con 
One Day ticket €8,50

Saturday 6 September:

Luis Morote Market | 10:00-20.00
A lovely street market to enjoy this Saturday in the heart of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. Just from the beach boulevard of Las Canteras, on Calle Luis Morote 

Artisan Market | 08:00-13:30 
Artisan market to explore at the back of the cathedral in Vegueta

Sunday 7 September: 

The English Market | Mercadillo de Inglés | 10:00-18:00

The English Market, ‘Mercadillo Inglés’ every first weekend of each month in the magic garden of plants and their shop of pots, trinkets, tools and fashions at the British Club (C/ León y Castillo 278) in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria “La Casa de las Semillas”.  This Sunday, say goodbye to summer and enjoy the market from 10:00 to 18:00

Vegueta Artisan Market | 10:00-14:00
Discover local artisans on Plaza del Pilar Nuevo

La Cícer Market | 10:00-20:00
artisans, fashion, complements, decoration etc.

San Lorenzo Agricultural Market | 08:00-13:30
San Lorenzo, a lovely little village just about 15 minutes from the capital, is a tranquil place that only gets busy on Sundays with their local Farmers’ Market, El Mercado Agrícola de San Lorenzo, and during their patron saint festivities. It’s held every Sunday outdoors from 08:00 to 13:30, with 26 stalls offering agricultural products by the producers themselves.

This summer, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria transforms into a grand open-air theater with Vamos de Cine, a series celebrating the magic of cinema in the city’s squares and parks. Until September 13, seven public spaces will be transformed into unique cinematic settings where you can enjoy 21 free screenings open to all audiences.
Afternoon and evening sessions.

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Contemporary classics, award-winning European films, animated films, musicals, and documentaries will come together in an inclusive and participatory program that will also feature popular voting, collaboration with local businesses, and small gestures that make a difference: free bread rolls, special menus, and a friendly atmosphere. Vamos de Cine opens with La La Land in Plaza del Pilar and will close in style in the Parque del Estadio Insular with a musical chosen by the audience itself. Because this summer, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria… is going to the movies!

Plaza del Pilar | Parque Juan Pablo II | Sabino Berthelot | Plaza del Pilar Nuevo | Plaza de Don Benito | Plaza de San Lorenzo | Parque del Estadio Insular

This weekend:

Thursday 4 September: Plaza de Don Benito (Schamann)
19:00 Garfield

Friday 5 September: Plaza de Don Benito (Schamann)
19:00 Inside Out 2 (Del Revés)
21:00 Wonka

Saturday 6 September: San Lorenzo Plaza
19:30 Paddington 2
21:30 La familia Bélier

The lovely mountain market town of Vega de San Mateo celebrates their patronal festivities in honour of the Apostle Saint Matthew between 5 – 28 September 2025. The weekend is always an awesome time to visit San Mateo, as the traditional weekend market takes place from Friday to Sunday. Only a short stroll away from the market is the beautiful church and the cobbled streets surrounding it.

“Local bus is always a good road trip option. From Playa de Mogán and Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria area, you can take the fast bus 91 to San Telmo station in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and then change to 303 to San Mateo (same bus station). If there is a good connection it will take just over 2 hours to get to San Mateo and at the same time enjoy some amazing views along the way.”  

Monday 22 September is a local bank holiday in the municipality: Festividad en honor al Apóstol San Mateo

Highlights this weekend:

Friday 5 September: 
20:00 Pregón, proclamation at the Plaza Ntra. Sra. del Pino
21:00 Gran Canaria Big Band and Germán López

Saturday 6 September:
20:00 Raising the flag and “Battle of the Flowers” with the Guiniguada band
21:00 Tribute concert to Manny Manuel at the Plaza
23:00 Verbena, a lively street party with Leyenda Joven

The Festivities of the Virgen del Socorro, Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Fiestas en Honor a Nuestra Señora del Socorro, the patron of Tejeda, are held in September.  Her image is venerated in the church, which has been named after her. This is also a gorgeous time to visit, which is officially designated, one of the most beautiful villages in Spain. This year, the main program is celebrated from 30 August until 10 September 2025.

Monday 15 September is a local bank holiday in the municipality: Festividad de la Virgen del Socorro

Highlights this weekend:

Saturday 6 September: 
11:00-18:00 Gastronomic market, tastings, and show cooking at Plaza de Ntra. Sra. del Socorro
12:00 Eucharist, followed by raising the flag of María

20:30 Escala en Hi-Fi at Plaza de la Vaguada ( a well re-heased karaoke)
23:00 Verbena, a lively street party

upcoming highlights:
Friday 12 September: 20:30 Pregón, proclamation at Plaza de La Vaguada and at 23:00 A festive party with Yoni and Aya
Saturday 13 September: 11:00 In the Cruz Blanca, a meeting of the Virgen, procession, and moving the image to the church.
Sunday 14 September: 07:30 Diada Floreada procession in the morning with Banda Islena and 11:00 solemn mass and religious procession with the image
Monday 15 September: 13:00 Traditional sancocho in the Charco Paloma (€3)
Saturday 20 September: at 17:00 The image statue is moved to El Motor, at 17:30 Ofrenda-Romería, pilgrimage offering, at 21:00, return procession to the church for the mass at 21:30, at 23:00 baile de taifas with parrandas, followed by a festive night with Arena music group at Plaza de La Vaguada.
Sunday 21 September: 20:30 “Mexican Night in Tejeda” at Plaza de La Vaguada
Saturday 27 September: at 20:30 Plenilunio Tejeda Trail running competition

Arinaga, in the municipality of Agüimes, celebrates its most important festivities, in honour of the Fiestas del Pino, between 17 August – 14 September 2025, with more than thirty recreational, sporting, cultural, and religious activities.

Highlights include the Una Mar de Encanto music festival, the Mareas Vivas youth gathering (September 5), and, above all, the eagerly awaited and always well-attended Vará del Pescao, which pays tribute to the memory of the families who gave rise to this unique coastal enclave in the municipality of Agüimes.

Highlights:

Friday 5 September:
16:00-22:00 ‘Mareas Vivas’ youth event in the Arinaga Urban Park aimed at young people between the ages of 14 and 30. The event is free and will feature competitions and exhibitions in calisthenics,  skateboarding, graffiti, urban music and dance, as well as workshops, food trucks, a climbing wall, and games.
at 22:30 Fiesta Ochentera de Los 40 Classic
That same evening, the action will move to Plaza de Arinaga for the 80s Party organised by ‘Los 40 Classic’. Da Igual, a Spanish pop-punk band currently comprised of Wences Sánchez (vocals and guitar) and Alex Pouget (guitar and backing vocals). The event will close at midnight with Juan Borrás, DJ from Los 40 Classic, who will spin the best Spanish and international music from the penultimate decade of the 20th century.

Saturday 6 September:
22:00 Noche Salsera at Plaza Arinaga with Son de Almizcle, Son del Caney and Son Caché

Sunday 7 September: 
22:30 Verbena, a lively street party at Plaza Arinaga with Armonía show, Leyenda Joven and DJ event Music

Monday 8 September: 
08:00 Pilgrims will start their journey from the Cruce de Arinaga church to the temple of Our Lady of the Pine in Arinaga.
10:00 Eucharist
19:00 Solemn Religious function
20:00 Procession with the image of Our Lady of the Pine and San José

A new Guía Market Artisan Craft Fair! Feria de Artesanía del Mercado de Guía on Saturday, 6 September 2025.

From 08:00 to 15:00, enjoy a unique opportunity to experience the creativity and talent of local artisans.

More than 17 stalls where you’ll find: Pottery, traditional miniatures, wooden creations, paintings, sublimation, graffiti, polymer clay, wool, crochet, macramé, jewelry, silver items, natural cosmetics, soaps, liqueurs, mojos, jams, La Palma products … and much more!

The Craft Fair will be held on the first Saturday of every month at the Guía Market.

Mercado de Guía is a modern indoor municipal market. 
Farmers’ market open from Friday to Sunday 08:00-15:00 
Gastromarket opens in the evenings with live music etc. 

*Opening days and hours are subject to holidays
Keep up to date via Mercado de Guía on Facebook! 

A summer/autumn schedule of free classical and modern music concerts in a unique setting: the Faro de Maspalomas lighthouse.

Until 25 October 2025, every Saturday at 12:00, enjoy guitars, flutes, quartets, timple (the traditional Canarian stringed instrument) and much more, with top-level artists from the Canary Islands and other regions.

🕛 All concerts start at 12:00

🔹 6 September – Germán López (timple)

And so on until October 25. 15 concerts in total! 🎻🎺🎤
A midday musical offering to connect culture and landscape, with the sound of the Atlantic as a backdrop