Canary Islands
Atlantic islands with carnival traditions rivaling Rio de Janeiro
Festivals in Canary Islands
February
Carnival of Tenerife
The Carnival of Santa Cruz de Tenerife is the second-largest carnival in the world, rivalled only by Rio de Janeiro. Every February, the Canarian capital explodes into a dazzling spectacle of costumes, music, dance and street parties that last over two weeks. Declared a Festival of International Tourist Interest, this carnival draws hundreds of thousands of visitors each year.
February
Carnaval de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
The Carnaval de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is one of Spain's most spectacular, famous for its iconic Drag Queen Gala, massive street parades, and a carnival queen election that rivals Miss Universe in production values. Three weeks of non-stop festivities under the Canarian sun.