The Maspalomas Costa Canaria Soul Festival returns for its landmark tenth edition, supported by a network of fifteen public and private entities. Organisers say the free, open-air event at Playa de San Agustín has become a major cultural and tourism showcase for Gran Canaria, attracting thousands from across Europe.
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Tenerife’s Cabildo has opened a second free motorhome service area in Arona, providing waste disposal, water and electricity. The new facility aims to tackle illegal dumping and protect high-value natural spaces. The island plans to roll out similar free services across its network of clean points.
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The Atlantic Centre of Modern Art (CAAM) in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria reopens on 8 July after ten months of renovation works. The reopening features two major exhibitions devoted to Gran Canarian painter Juan José Gil and Cuban artist Sandra Ramos.
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National Police are hunting a gang of four masked robbers who targeted a jeweller’s in El Mirador shopping centre on Tuesday night. The same chain has been hit multiple times across Gran Canaria this year, with thieves using fire extinguishers to evade identification. Officers are investigating links to a similar attack at Las Terrazas shopping centre just one month ago.
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After seven years of closure, the Altavista Refuge at 3,200m on Mount Teide reopens on 20 July 2026. The refurbished mountain hut is now solar-powered and self-sufficient, with bookings open for up to 49 guests per night. Find out about the new pricing tiers, which include a reduced rate for residents, and the fascinating history of this high-altitude haven.
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The 38th Gran Canaria Gloria Windsurf World Cup is underway in Pozo Izquierdo until 12 July. Over 120 competitors from three continents are battling it out in the Wave discipline at one of the planet’s best windsurfing spots. Despite calima suspending early heats, the championship is in full swing on the island since 1989.
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The Tenerife Symphony Orchestra is travelling to Amsterdam to perform its first international concert in 17 years at the prestigious Royal Concertgebouw. The sell-out event, part of the Dutch venue’s summer programme, will feature works by Laura Vega, Rodrigo, Falla and Ravel, with guitarist Rafael Aguirre as soloist.
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Beyond the famous black and golden sands, Tenerife hides a collection of rocky beaches and pebble coves carved by volcanic activity. These lesser-known spots offer peaceful swimming away from the crowds. Discover the island’s wilder coastline with our guide to the best secret rocky beaches.
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For those who find the beach too crowded or want an alternative to hiking in a heatwave, day passes offer a refreshing escape. We have selected the best day passes in Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote and Fuerteventura. Enjoy luxury hotels, infinity pools and world-class spas without paying for an overnight stay.
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Residents of Icod de los Vinos will be able to visit the Cueva del Viento free of charge on the last Sunday of each month. The volcanic tube, which is the longest in Europe, attracted 23,409 visitors from 63 nationalities last year. The move aims to bring this natural wonder closer to the local community.
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