Puerto de la Cruz Summer Carnival 2026
About this event
Puerto de la Cruz Summer Carnival returns from 17 to 19 September 2026, bringing three days of carnival colour, music, costumes and family activities to the town. The 2026 Carnaval de Verano begins with a Carnival exhibition at the Mercado Municipal on Thursday and Friday before moving to the Paseo de Martiánez for the main programme on Saturday 19 September. Saturday is the biggest day, with salsa, children's activities, a family show, the first “Mascarita, pon la toalla” Carnival Race, a carnival parade, the Gala del Carnaval de Verano 2026 and a closing DJ session. The gala will also include the presentation of the official poster for the Puerto de la Cruz International Carnival 2027.
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