Fiestas de la Virgen del Pino en El Paso

Introduction and local significance

Las Fiestas de la Virgen del Pino in El Paso are officially scheduled for this edition from 14 August to 6 September 2026. This patron saint festival organised in the municipality of El Paso, located in the province of Santa Cruz de Tenerife within the autonomous community of the Canary Islands, brings together residents and visitors around a varied programme covering cultural, musical and primary sector events. All institutional information and updates on events can be consulted via the town council's official website.

Historical origins and tradition

The festivity maintains a direct link with the town's cultural and devotional heritage, structuring popular customs in honour of the patron saint throughout the various days of the festive calendar.

Programme and main events

The official programme of Las Fiestas de la Virgen del Pino in El Paso integrates various thematic and cultural blocks that shape this edition's offering. Highlights include the 5th Hispano-American Watercolorists Meeting "Antonio González Suárez", which brings together creators of this pictorial technique, and the celebration of the 47th Anniversary of A.F. Cumbre Nueva, linked to traditional folklore. The musical agenda features the 29th "Ciudad de El Paso" International Music Meeting and the 9th Rock and Blues Festival, catering to different musical styles. In the field of exhibitions and gatherings, the public can attend the Classic Vehicle Meet and the 35th Island Fair of Indigenous Livestock, a benchmark for the local livestock sector. The events are completed with the solemn liturgical celebrations dedicated to Nuestra Madre del Monte, structuring a calendar subject to possible modifications, so checking the official programme beforehand is advised.

Traditional festival food

During the patron saint festivities, El Paso's catering trade offers options in the various local establishments and dining spots for attendees visiting the municipality during these dates.

Visitor guide and where to stay

To comfortably follow the various events on the calendar, it is recommended to book accommodation well in advance, preferably opting for establishments located within the municipality itself or in surrounding towns that facilitate access to evening events. On days with the largest crowds, guidelines advise prioritising public transport or parking vehicles in designated areas outside the central core to avoid congestion. It is also essential to check the official festival programme in advance to verify any changes to the schedules or locations of planned events.