Name: Fiestas en honor a Nuestra Señora de la Inmaculada Concepción en Garafía
Start: 2026-08-03
End: 2026-08-17
Location: Garafía

2026 programme

12 August, 16:00 · 2nd International Versadores Meeting 'Punto y Clave' (Plaza Baltasar Martín)

12 August · Eucharist and brotherhood meal for senior citizens

12 August · 24th Llano Negro Cycling Climb

12 August · Concert by the 'Salvatierra' Municipal Music Band

13 August · Art Festival, theatre, music, dance and Paisajes Sonoros show

14 August · Winery Meeting, local produce, gastronomy, crafts and 3rd Antique and Classic Vehicle Gathering

15 August · Traditional gathering at Puerto de Santo Domingo (Puerto de Santo Domingo)

15 August · Verbena (open-air dance) with Calle 3, K-Nela and Orquesta Sensación Gomera (Plaza Baltasar Martín)

16 August · Mass, procession with the 'Salvatierra' Municipal Music Band and staging of the traditional Cuadros Plásticos

17 August · 41st Open Day of the Instituto de Astrofísica de Canarias and lecture on the August 2026 solar eclipse (Observatorio del Roque de Los Muchachos)

9 October, 18:00 · Opening of the canteen and churros con chocolate caliente (Plaza de Roque del Faro)

9 October, 19:30 · Dance featuring Walter (Plaza)

10 October, 10:00 · Start of the Vertical de Guelgüén (Barranco de Los Hombres)

10 October, 14:30 · Trophy presentation

10 October, 15:30 · Kart exhibition

10 October, 16:30 · 4x4 vehicle exhibition

10 October, 20:00 · Mass in honour of Nuestra Señora de la Inmaculada Concepción

10 October, 22:00 · Dance with Parranda Los de Repente, Calle 3, Nati Caru and Walter

10 October · Procession accompanied by the Salvatierra Municipal Music Band

Introduction and local significance

The Fiestas in honour of Nuestra Señora de la Inmaculada Concepción in Garafía are celebrated from 3 to 17 August 2026 in this municipality in Santa Cruz de Tenerife. This patronal festival brings together locals and visitors for various religious, cultural and sporting events organised in different locations around the town.

Historical origins and tradition

Among the traditional elements of these dates, the staging of the traditional Cuadros Plásticos in honour of Nuestra Señora la Virgen de La Luz stands out as a deeply rooted cultural feature in the municipality.

Programme and main events

The official programme includes highlights such as the 2nd International Versadores Meeting 'Punto y Clave' in Plaza Baltasar Martín, the 24th Llano Negro Cycling Climb and the concert by the 'Salvatierra' Municipal Music Band. Other events include the Art Festival, the Winery Meeting with local produce, the classic vehicle gathering, and the mass with procession accompanied by the 'Salvatierra' Municipal Music Band. Check the detailed official programme for exact times for each day.

Traditional festival food

During the celebrations, the culinary offering includes churros con chocolate caliente (churros with hot chocolate) typical of the festivities in Roque del Faro, ideal for enjoying during popular gatherings.

Visitor guide and where to stay

To make getting around easier during the celebrations, a free municipal taxi service is available between 00:00 and 04:00. It is advisable to book accommodation in advance for the festival dates, and on days with higher attendance, visitors are recommended to use public transport or park outside the centre. Staying in the municipality itself or in nearby towns makes it easier to follow the evening events, and it is wise to check the official programme before travelling in case of any changes.