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Festivals Under Fire: The Clash Between Tradition and Tranquillity

Across Spain, from the Canary Islands to the mainland, residents are taking legal action against major festivals like Carnival and Fallas, citing intolerable noise and disruption. This article explores the growing clash between the right to celebrate and the right to peace and quiet in urban areas. Discover how traditional events are being reshaped by court rulings and resident activism.

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Canarian Producer Leads Choir of 1,200 for Pope’s Visit Hymn

Pablo Cebrián, a renowned music producer from the Canary Islands, is the artistic director for the Pope’s upcoming visit to Spain. He is masterminding the recording of a special hymn by a choir of over 1,200 voices, with recordings taking place in Gran Canaria and Tenerife. Discover how this collective musical project aims to become the soundtrack of the historic event.

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Las Palmas Begins Major Revamp of Historic Museo Néstor

The historic Museo Néstor in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria has finally begun a major renovation after being closed for eight years. The €4 million project will dramatically improve accessibility and modernise the museum’s facilities, aiming to re-establish it as a key cultural hub for the city. Read on for full details of the planned works and upgrades.

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Loquillo Returns to Canaries for Tenerife Peñón Fest

Spanish rock icon Loquillo will headline the Tenerife Peñón Fest this autumn, his only Canary Islands performance in five years. The festival, on 23-24 October in Santa Cruz, features a strong line-up including La La Love You and Carlos Sadness. Discover the full programme and ticket details for this major musical event.

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Sonora 2026 Final Countdown Begins in Gran Canaria

The countdown is on for the Sonora 2026 final, where ten shortlisted bands from across the Canary Islands will perform live at Las Palmas’s Alfredo Kraus Auditorium. Competing for cash prizes and coveted ‘Sonora Passports’ to major regional festivals, the event is a key showcase for the archipelago’s diverse musical talent. Discover the finalists and how to get tickets.

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Granca Live Fest 2026: Lauryn Hill, Maroon 5 Join Star Line-up

The Granca Live Fest has completed its star-studded line-up for 2026, adding Lauryn Hill, Juan Luis Guerra, Omar Courtz and Maroon 5. To celebrate its fifth anniversary, the festival adds an extra day on Sunday 5 July, with three-day pass holders attending for free. Discover the full schedule and ticket details.

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Saramago Museum Marks 15th Anniversary with Cultural Events

The José Saramago House Museum in Tías, Lanzarote, is celebrating its 15th anniversary with a special week of events. The programme includes choral music, a feminist literary discussion, and the launch of a new environmental and cultural initiative. Discover the full schedule of free events open to the public.

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Calling All Home Cooks: Santa Brígida’s ‘Cocinillas’ Contest

The municipality of Santa Brígida in Gran Canaria is searching for its top home cook with the ‘Cocinillas de Santa Brígida’ gastronomic contest. Participants will have limited time to buy ingredients from the local market before creating their dishes in a live cook-off. The event on 29 March promises a celebration of local produce and traditional flavours, with cash prizes for the winners.

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Mendelssohn’s ‘Paulus’ to Premiere in Canaries at La Laguna Cathedral

The Tenerife Symphony Orchestra will give the Canary Islands premiere of Felix Mendelssohn’s grand Romantic oratorio, ‘Paulus’, at the Cathedral of La Laguna on Thursday 26 March. Under the baton of Víctor Pablo Pérez, the performance features renowned soloists and the Opera Chorus of Tenerife. A special adapted version will be performed in the cathedral, with the full work presented the following night at the Auditorio de Tenerife.

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Tenerife Paragliding Crisis Sparks Urgent Safety Review

A shocking increase in serious paragliding accidents in Tenerife has revealed a complete absence of safety regulations for the commercial side of the activity. With three fatalities in a year, local authorities and the Canary Islands Government are being forced to act. Read about the systemic failures putting lives at risk.

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