Events

Santa Cruz de Tenerife’s Baile de Magos has sold all 720 tables in just 20 minutes. Discover the key details about this beloved May festival, from the costume requirements to the dance schedule.

Arona Council has announced the programme for the 2026 Arona Jazz Festival, featuring two nights of free open-air concerts in Los Cristianos’ Plaza de la Iglesia. The event promises a diverse lineup blending contemporary jazz, fusion, and world music. Read on for the full schedule and artist details.

The fifth edition of the Veranos del Taoro festival in Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife, has sold out for Lola Herrera’s farewell performance. The multidisciplinary event also features Broadway legend Patti LuPone and a strong programme of theatre and comedy. Discover the full line-up and booking details.

Pope Leo XIV will include Tenerife on his apostolic journey to Spain in June 2026, culminating in a massive farewell mass in Santa Cruz. Attendance is free but requires prior registration via official channels. Discover all the key details about the event’s logistics, funding, and how to follow the visit live.

Architect Alejandro Beautell unveils the design for the celebratory space where the Pope will hold mass in Santa Cruz de Tenerife. The structure, to be built in Los Llanos dock, incorporates volcanic symbolism and is designed with the open Atlantic as a dramatic backdrop. With 50 days until the event, the project is a once-in-a-lifetime commission for the Lagunero architect.

The vibrant season of traditional pilgrimages and folk dances in Tenerife is now underway, with a packed 2026 calendar of events spanning the entire island from April to November. Key highlights include the San Marcos Pilgrimage in Tegueste, the famous La Orotava celebrations, and the emblematic San Benito festival in La Laguna. Read on for the complete guide to experiencing Tenerife’s rich cultural heritage.

Football icon Iker Casillas has been spotted enjoying the local cuisine at a traditional ‘guachinche’ in Tenerife’s La Orotava. His choice of the popular eatery El Talegazo has delighted fans and locals alike, while also evoking historic memories for Real Madrid supporters. Discover the full story behind his visit and its connection to the island’s footballing past.

The Tenerife Symphony Orchestra is set for a landmark performance at Amsterdam’s world-renowned Concertgebouw on 9 July, marking its return to international stages after 17 years. The concert, titled ‘Spanish Summer Night’, will showcase a blend of Spanish and European repertoire, featuring guitarist Rafael Aguirre. This event is seen as a strategic move to link Tenerife’s cultural excellence with its tourism appeal in key European markets.