If you're the type who likes to plan your getaways in advance (or you simply need to know when to take that Friday off to make it a fantastic long weekend), here's the Gran Canaria Work Calendar for 2026 The Canary Islands Government and the local councils have already confirmed all the dates. In this article, we detail the 12 public holidays in Gran Canaria in 2026 that we will enjoy throughout the island and the 2 local holidays specific to each municipalityGet out your planner and start marking dates! ✈️🏖️
📅 General Holidays in Gran Canaria 2026
These are the days that will be non-working days throughout the islandThese include national holidays, regional holidays, and our beloved island festival. In 2026, we have several very interesting long weekends, such as the Easter break in April and the November long weekend.
- ???? January 1 (Thursday): New Year.
- ???? 6 for January (Tuesday): Epiphany of the Lord (Three Kings).
- (I.e. February 17 (Tuesday). Tuesday of Carnival, holiday in some municipalities.
- ✝️ April 2 (Thursday): Holy Thursday.
- ✝️ 3 for April (Friday): Holy Friday.
- 👷 1 for May (Friday): Labor Day (Guaranteed long weekend).
- 🇮🇨 May 30 (Saturday): Canary Islands Day.
- 🔥 June 24 (Wednesday)San Juan, holiday in some municipalities.
- ⛪ 15 for August (Saturday): Assumption of the Virgin.
- ???? September 8 (Tuesday): Our Lady of the Pine (Gran Canaria Island Holiday).
- 🇪🇸 12 for October (Monday): National Holiday of Spain.
- 🕯️ November 2 (Monday): All Saints' Day (moved from Sunday the 1st).
- ✨ December 8 (Tuesday): Immaculate Conception.
- ???? December 25 (Friday): Nativity of the Lord
🏘️ Local Holidays by Municipality in Gran Canaria 2026
In addition to the above, each municipality chooses two extra days. This is where the famous Tuesday of Carnival (which in 2026 falls on February 17th) and the patron saint festivities of your town. Find your municipality in the following list (it is in alphabetical order):
| Agaete | June 29 (Saint Peter) and August 5 (Our Lady of the Snows). |
| Agüimes | January 20 (Saint Sebastian) and February 19 (Carnival Thursday). |
| Artenara | August 31 (Virgin of the Little Cave) and September 14 (Christ of Acusa). |
| Arucas | February 17 (Carnival Tuesday) and June 24 (Saint John the Baptist). |
| Firgas | February 17 (Carnival Tuesday) and August 17 (Saint Roch). |
| Gáldar | May 15 (Saint Isidore the Farmer) and July 25 (Saint James the Apostle). |
| Ingenio | February 2nd (Our Lady of Candelaria) and June 29th (Saint Peter). |
| La Aldea de San Nicolás | September 10 (Saint Nicholas of Tolentino) and September 11 (Pond Day). |
| Las Palmas de Gran Canaria – City Life, History & Island Vibes | February 17 (Carnival Tuesday) and June 24 (Foundation of the City). |
| Mogán | April 6 (Saint Anthony) and July 16 (Our Lady of Mount Carmel). |
| Moya | February 17 (Carnival Tuesday) and June 15 (Saint Anthony of Padua). |
| San Bartolomé | July 25 (Saint James the Apostle) and August 24 (Saint Bartholomew). |
| Santa Brígida | February 17 (Carnival Tuesday) and June 13 (Saint Anthony of Padua). |
| Santa Lucia de Tirajana | February 17 (Carnival Tuesday) and October 24 (Saint Raphael). |
| Santa María de Guía | March 19 (Saint Joseph) and September 21 (Feast of the Marys). |
| Tejeda | February 17 (Carnival Tuesday) and September 14 (Virgin of Socorro). |
| Telde | June 24 (Saint John the Baptist) and November 17 (Saint Gregory Thaumaturgus). |
| Teror | February 17 (Carnival Tuesday) and June 12 (Sacred Heart of Jesus). |
| Valleseco | February 17 (Carnival Tuesday) and May 25 (Patron Saint's Day). |
| Valsequillo | June 24 (Saint John the Baptist) and September 29 (Saint Michael). |
| Vega of San Mateo | February 17 (Carnival Tuesday) and September 21 (Apostle San Mateo). |
🎢 The best bridges of 2026 in Gran Canaria
Looking at the calendar, 2026 is packed with opportunities for travel or domestic tourism:
- The super Carnival bridge: February 17th is a Tuesday. Many towns and cities have a public holiday, so if you have Monday off… you have 4 days off! 🎭 It's the perfect excuse to live life to the fullest! Carnival in Gran Canaria or preparing the body for the Maspalomas Carnival.
- Late Holy Week: It falls in April (2nd and 3rd), perfect for enjoying the good weather in the south.
- May bank holiday weekend: The 1st falls on a Friday. A long weekend straight ahead.
- November long weekend: Since the 1st falls on a Sunday, the holiday is moved to Monday the 2nd. Another long weekend.
- December long weekend: The 6th is a Sunday, but Tuesday the 8th (the Immaculate Conception) is a public holiday. With a little planning of days off, you can put together a great week.
Also, if you want to consult the Official document listing the public holidays in all municipalities of the Canary IslandsNext, we share with you the Official Gazette of the Canary Islands which contains all this information.
We hope this guide to the 2026 Gran Canaria work calendar has been helpful. Do you already know what you're going to do with your days off? If you're staying on the island, remember that you'll find daily inspiration. on our Instagram account ???? @welovegrancanariaAnd to receive the best plans What to do on the weekend in Gran Canaria and updates directly to your email, sign up park for free to our 📩 Weekly NewsletterWe're waiting for you! 🇮🇨💙
✈️ Take advantage of the holidays in Gran Canaria in 2026 to travel
Finally, if your plan for those days off is jump to another islandWe make it easy for you! Here are our Canary Islands guides So you can plan your own trip without missing the most authentic spots. They are ordered by creation/update date and many include restaurants and hiking trails.
- 🌋 Lanzarote: Essential guide to Lanzarote.
- 🐚 The Graceful: What to see in La Graciosa.
- ???? The Palm: Route through La Palma.
- ???? Fuerteventura: What to see and do in Fuerteventura.
- ???? La Gomera: What to visit in La Gomera.
- (I.e. The iron: Complete guide to El Hierro.
- ???? Tenerife: Places to see in Tenerife.
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