Gran Canaria will come alive this weekend with more than 20 events taking place across the island, from Pride Parades and drag shows to foam parties and live music.
The celebrations are running from today, Friday 6th June, to Sunday and promise a packed agenda for residents and visitors. Towns across the island are hosting festivals that mix Canarian tradition with modern flair.
Gáldar
In Gáldar, the spotlight is on Gáldar Pride 2025, a three-day celebration of diversity and inclusion. It kicks off at 8:00pm tonight at the Recinto Cultural La Quinta with a glitter party and makeup workshop. That’s followed at 9:00pm by the Queen of Queens Gala, with performances from Samantha Hudson and several drag stars, then at 11.30pm, singers Daira Monzón, Amistades Peligrosas and Les Castizos take the stage.
On Saturday at 5:00pm, the Pride Parade begins along Paseo de Los Guanartemes, followed by an open-air party with DJs Vilu Gontero, Tony Tun Tun and Aseres.
Sunday brings a mix of fun and music, starting at midday with a high-heeled race in Plaza de Santiago, followed by live music and DJs from 2:00pm. There will also be a children’s party with games, chocolate and inflatables all afternoon. The weekend ends with the Rainbow Awards Gala at 7:00pm.
Mogán
In Mogán, celebrations get underway on Friday at 8:30pm with the town’s official opening speech, followed by a musical tribute from Tajaraste and Los Gofiones at 9:00pm. The evening wraps up with a youth concert and DJ Sets.
On Saturday at 6:30pm, locals will gather for a quirky tradition, the sharing of a giant biscuit specially baked for the occasion, before enjoying traditional folk dancing and a late-night party.
Sunday is all about the kids, with a funfair and a performance by clown Zapitto at 5:00pm.
Agaete
Agaete will host another packed programme, including performances by Irene “La Cubana” and Pepe Benavente on Saturday and a local crafts fair on Sunday.
Vallesco
Valleseco celebrates its Cider Festival over the weekend. On Saturday, Sr. Natilla performs at 1:00pm, followed by a Holi colour parade at 6:00pm, and a party starting at midnight.
Sunday includes the cider fair from 10:00am to 2:00pm, children’s activities from midday to 7:00pm, followed by more live music and ending with fireworks at 11:30pm
Moya
Friday night features performances from 8:30pm. On Saturday at 4:00pm, children can enjoy bouncy castles and workshops, followed by live music and a late-night party.
Sunday includes the “Moya Dulce” food fair with a dessert contest at 10:30am.
Other towns joining the festivities include Santa Brígida, hosting a family water party and music festival; San Mateo, with gaming tournaments and theatrical performances; and Santa Lucía de Tirajana, where live concerts and a traditional romería will take centre stage. This is a colourful Canarian parade where locals dress in traditional clothing, decorate carts, and honour their patron saint with music, dancing and food.
In Telde, music and foam cannons will take over neighbourhoods like San Antonio and Los Arenales, while Teror and Valsequillo will offer everything from fireworks and mariachi bands to classic car shows.
With events happening in nearly every municipality, the message is clear: this weekend in Gran Canaria, boredom isn’t an option!
