Events in Tenerife This Month

Famtàstic presents Eclipse (especial Espacial vol. 2), an experience where cinema and gastronomy pair with live arts, DJ music, and scientific experimentation around the partial solar eclipse that can be observed from El Sauzal (Tenerife) on August 12, 2026.

DAY: Wednesday, August 12, 2026. TIME: 6:30 PM. LOCATION: Casa del Vino. PROGRAM: Subject to modifications.

• Welcome glass of wine...
• DJ session “Hacia la oscuridad”, by Claudia Rutten.
• Guided observation of the partial solar eclipse + Tasting...
• Selection of national and international short films “El Año del Eclipse”...
• Three gastronomic tastings...
• Concert “Arte espacial, Energía cósmica” by MAMBEC...
• Night closure with the musical journey “Hacia la oscuridad ( Jornada 2)”, with Claudia Rutten. TICKETS: https://entradium.com/es/events/famtastic-eclipse-especial-espacial-vol-2. RECOMMENDATIONS: Use certified glasses, safety for eclipse viewing. MORE INFORMATION: www.famtastic.es, info@famtastic.es ORGANIZED BY: International Arts Management. SPONSORED BY: Ayuntamiento de El Sauzal.

PROCESIÓN DE LA VIRGEN Y CEREMONIA GUANCHE

August 14 @ 19:00 - 23:30

Basílica de Candelaria. RELIGIOUS CEREMONIES 8:00, 10:00, 12:00 and 18:00 - Eucharist. 17:15 - Prayer of the Holy Rosary. 19:15 - From the Basílica de Candelaria. PROCESIÓN DE LA VIRGEN DE CANDELARIA TO THE FAIRGROUND NEAR THE TOWN HALL TO CELEBRATE THE RITUAL OF THE FINDING Accompanied by BANDA DE MÚSICA LAS CANDELAS. 20:00 - Ground near the Town Hall. GUANCHE CEREMONY Arrival of the image and representation of the finding of the Virgin of Candelaria by COLECTIVO GUANCHES DE CANDELARIA. Reading of the script by LUISA MACHADO and JOSÉ LUIS DE MADARIAGA. Live broadcast by La 2 of TVE in Canarias and TV Canaria. Subsequently. PROCESSION TO THE WELL On the return of the Procession. Ground near the Town Hall. GREETING OF THE RECTOR OF THE BASILICA, PERFORMANCES BY ALBA FARIÑA AND FERNANDO SANTANA AND SINGING OF THE AVE MARÍA BY CHAGO MELIÁN Subsequently. From the Wharf. FIREWORKS DISPLAY AND CONTINUATION OF THE PROCESSION TO THE BASILICA The temple will be open all night with the Holy Rosary recited every hour. 21:35 - Cloister of the Convent of the Dominican Fathers. SPECIAL TV PROGRAM “NOCHE DE PEREGRINOS” Live broadcast by TV Canaria. 11:00 PM. Plaza de Teror. NIGHT OF PARADES IN MEMORY OF ROSAURA MARRERO FARIÑA Co-ordinator: GRACITA GONZÁLEZ.

Lleides Freestyle Motos show touches down in Tenerife in August. Freestyle motocross exhibition with jumps, stunts, and tricks on a track designed for the event. Suitable for all ages.

OFRNDA TO THE PATRON SAIN OF CANARIES. “THE CANDLES OF CANARIES”

The Pamela Festival in Tejina celebrates its Pamela Festival in August, a traditional hat design contest with originality and humor. It is a local celebration in Tejina, San Cristóbal de La Laguna.

Garachico hosts its Baile de Magos on 16 August 2026 as part of Saint Roch festivities. Attendees wear traditional Canarian costumes and parade to the rhythm of street bands and folk groups, with Roque de Garachico and the sea as a backdrop. Location: Garachico town centre. Date: 16 August 2026.

CONCIERTO DE LOS SABANDEÑOS

Infraoctava of the Fiesta de la Virgen

Procession of Saint Roch in Garachico. Garachico hosts the Procession of Saint Roch on the 16th of August 2026. The Saint Roch pilgrimage is described as an important patron saint festival with decorated carts, traditional costumes, and street bands through the historic centre.

The City Council is pleased to invite the public to participate free of charge in the Jornadas de convivencia y bienestar canino, an initiative aimed at promoting responsible ownership, animal welfare, and the coexistence of people and dogs through educational and recreational activities.

During the jornadas, the following activities will take place:

• Dog-assisted interventions in elderly care centers.
• Basic obedience education workshop, aimed at improving communication and the bond between people and their pets.
• Training session “Paseos sin estrés” with guidelines to enjoy calm and safe walks.
• Family canine gymkhana, a recreational activity to share with the family and dogs.

Dates and schedule

• August 21 and 28.
• September 11 and 18.
• From 17:00 to 18:00.

Location

• Parque Natural El Montillo.

Registrations and information

• Email:
• Phone: 922 577 120, extensions 321 or 224.

We encourage you to participate in this experience designed to strengthen the bond with your dogs, learn new canine education tools, and enjoy a different activity in a natural setting!

Programa de Senderismo "Patean2026": Ruta 4 (22 de agosto). The fourth hike of the hiking program with the coastal route: Las Galletas - Punta de Rasca. Distance: 8.8 km. Duration: 4 hours. Registration: 922 01 01 62 - 922 68 46 99 - cultura@ayuntamientoelrosario.org.

Tejina celebrates the Festival of the Hearts of Saint Bartholomew throughout the month of August, with the main day of celebration falling on the 24th of August. The village’s three areas—El Pico, Calle Arriba and Calle Abajo—spend weeks handcrafting enormous structures decorated with bread, fruit, flowers and sweets, which can reach heights of up to 12 metres. The arrival of the Hearts in the church square, on the Sunday before the 24th of August, is the highlight of a festival that has been declared an Asset of Cultural Interest and recognised with the CICOP International Award. The programme includes more than 50 events: an opening speech, pilgrimages, street parties, fireworks, the procession and the Festival of the Little Hearts on the last weekend of August.

Services

Where: Plaza de la Iglesia, Tejina

Date: 24th August 2026

More information: https://www.corazonesdetejina.com/"

The Procession in Arafo celebrating Saint Augustine with one of Tenerife's most meticulously organised processions. Carts, teams of oxen and traditional music groups parade through the town in a festive atmosphere that combines religious devotion and popular culture.

Camino Santiago por la Vida is the 4th edition of the solidarity journey of the Fundación Canaria Carrera por la Vida – Walk for Life. Open to women and men with breast cancer and their companions. From August 29 to September 6, 2026 they will walk 125 km along the Camino Frances to come together, share experiences and build bonds among people who are currently facing or have faced the disease, and those who accompany them. During the itinerary there will be awareness about early detection and visibility of survival. Includes measures of assistance and support during the march. Organized with the support of the Health Area of the Adeje Town Hall and the Sports Department of the Government of the Canary Islands. Limited places. More information: Camino Santiago por la Vida 2026 (https://carreraporlavida.org/camino-de-santiago-por-la-vida-3/)

The religious procession in Vilaflor, the highest municipality in Spain, forms part of the village’s patron saint festivities. It features carts, ox-drawn teams, traditional costumes and the unique landscape of southern Tenerife as a backdrop. A peaceful and truly authentic procession, far removed from the hustle and bustle of the island’s larger celebrations.

Services

Where: Vilaflor de Chasna

Date: 30th August 2026

More information: https://vilaflordechasna.es/fiestas

The celebrations, taking place from July 31 to August 15, will include the IV Paseo Romero, religious acts, cultural and sporting activities, and events for all audiences.

Join us for the opening of the street exhibition «Arte Urbano de Candelaria» on Rambla Los Menceyes. The inauguration will take place on June 11, 2026, with opening hours 08:00 - 17:00. The exhibition remains open until October 2026.