The dates have already been published. of the Carnival of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria for 2026 and as soon as the program is published, you will find it here. As you may know, the Carnival dates They change every year. In 2026, the Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Carnival will be held from January 24 to March 1, 2026. If you are reading us from outside, keep in mind that different holidays are celebrated Carnivals in Gran Canaria in different municipalities and dates. The The most multitudinous are those in the capital and the Maspalomas Carnival. In this post we will talk specifically about the capital. Below, you can see the poster from the past 2025, by 2026 we already have an allegory: Las Vegas. We will soon share with you the program of the 2026 Las Palmas Carnival with the highlighted dates.
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Carnival Program 2026
Coming soon, we will share with you the 2026 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria carnival program with the most important dates of each month. However, keep in mind that as a general rule, there are dates that are maintained and that we share with you. provisionallythe continuation.
February 2026
- Friday February 13, 2026: Las Palmas Carnival Queen Gala 2026 and Carnival Night
- Saturday February 14, 2026: Possible Carnival Day and Carnival Night
- Monday, February 16, 2026: Tuesday eve of Carnival and carnival night.
- Tuesday, February 17, 2026: Tuesday of Carnival
- Friday February 20, 2026: Drag Queen Gala and Carnival Night
- Saturday February 21, 2026: Possible Carnival Day and Carnival Night
- Sunday, February 22, 2026: Possible family carnival
- Friday February 27: Carnival Night
- Saturday March 28, 2026: Grand Parade of the Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Carnival and Carnival Night
- Sunday March 1, 2026: Burial of the Sardine
In total there are usually Seven Nights of Carnival. The Key dates for the Las Palmas Carnival in 2026 will be as follows:
- 🔹 February 13, 14, 16, 20, 21, 27, and 28, 2026.
Below, you can see last year's program, giving you an idea of the dates the events will take place, taking into account the dates already confirmed for 2026.
FAQs
When is Shrove Tuesday in 2026
In 2026 the Shrove Tuesday will be on February 17, 2026 y It is a holiday in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.
When is the Drag Queen Gala 2026 in Las Palmas
The Drag Queen Gala is usually the Friday of the week that falls on Shrove Tuesday. With what is possibly the Friday 20 of February of 2026.
When is the Las Palmas Parade 2026
The Las Palmas de Gran Canaria parade will be the sábado 28 de febrero 2026The route is usually as follows: departure from the Manuel Becerra Square, passing through Juan Rejón, Albareda, Santa Catalina, Presidente Alvear, León y Castillo and Muelle Las Palmas to San Telmo Park. Note that On this day many streets in the city are closed, so we recommend not trying to enter or leave Las Palmas de Gran Canaria from 13:00 p.m. to 22:00 p.m.. It is best to get around by public transportation.
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Carnival Tickets 2026
While Most events are free and unrestricted, until capacity is reached. There are some exceptions where advance ticket purchase is key. To attend the Drag Pre-selection, Drag Gala, Queen's Gala and the Murgas Final you have to buy a ticket. You can usually get them at physical points of sale as online. Follow us on Instagram @welovegrancanaria or sign up for free to our Whatsapp channel to be aware of everything.
Drag Carnival Gala Tickets Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 2026
The tickets for the Las Palmas Carnival Drag Gala They are the most in-demand and we will notify you on our channels as soon as they become available.
Where is the Carnival of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 2026 celebrated?
Next, we share with you the locations of the Las Palmas Carnival in 2025, it is possible that by 2026 many locations will coincide.
- (I.e. Santa Catalina Park: The main galas and competitions will be held here from the February 8.
- 🎧 Manuel Becerra Square: Major Carnival venue at night with DJ sessions and performances by emerging bands. This space has capacity for 20.000 people in an extension of 11.000 sq.
- ???? Plaza de la Luz: The best place for lovers of Latin music and orchestras. This area will have capacity for up to 7.000 Attendees.
- 🌈 Port Market and Agustin Millares Sall: In this area you can enjoy the traditional beach bars and chiringuitos, with an inclusive and lively atmosphere. In addition, another alternative stage will be located next to the Atlantic Wave Walkway.
- 🇧🇷 Canary Square: Space designed for daytime and family events, with activities from the stage until 22 pm.
- (I.e. The shelter: Place intended for the traditional amusement fair, with schedules aligned with the main events, offering fun for all ages.
In the following video we share the location of each area:
Carnival theme for this year
As we told you at the beginning, the Theme of the Las Palmas Carnival in 2026 will be about 'The Vegas'. So your costume can be inspired by any artist famous as can be Elvis, a professional poker player, a newly married couple, or even an actor from the famous movie "The Hangover"«So you can start looking for your costume or make it yourself if you're the kind of person who likes to put in the work.
About the Carnival of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
El Carnival of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria It is one of the most important and well-known in Spain. It is celebrated mainly during the month of February and is famous for its parades of comparsas, murgas and galas (like the Drag Gala or the Carnival Queen Gala). The carnival dates back to colonial times and has evolved to become an event of great cultural and tourist importance for the city. During the Las Palmas Carnivals you will have a unique opportunity to experience the city's leisure as just another local. Of course, in disguise please. The dates of the Carnival of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 2026 most anticipated are the Drag Queen Gala and Grand Parade, although there are also other events as we show you below in the official program.
Si vas a travel to Gran Canaria for Carnival, our article on what to see in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. On the other hand, if you don't know where to party in the capital, take a look at our article on nightclubs in Las Palmas. It's been a long time since they officially "killed" the Carnival in the streets, people are still drinking. Likewise, On the day of the Parade, a kind of daytime Carnival is celebrated along the entire route that the floats take.
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We would like to see the Grand parade on Saturday afternoon. Can you tell us the street route the parade will follow please?
Hi! It departs from Manuel Becerra Square to San Telmo Square along Juan Rejón, Albareda, Santa Catalina Park, Presidente Alvear, León y Castillo streets!
Hi, this is the Karnevalumzug with the Trucks on 08.03. Oder am 15.03?
Am 15.03!
How can I buy tickets for the Drag Queen and the Carnival Queen 2025?
Hello! The dates for ticket purchases have not yet been announced, they will be available here: https://lpacarnaval.com/entradas/
Hello, I would like to know when the tickets for the Drag queen Gala 2024 go on sale.
Hello! The 2024 program is not even published yet… when we know, we will share it!
entrees.com it is better not to buy anything at all, if it is canceled for any reason, they will not refund your money.
In my point of view, if it is true, it is fraud on the part of the company. Do I have to inform myself if it is true? THANKS FOR THE WARNING
On which website will tickets be sold? I have NOT seen any statement from the city council with the dates or the official website where they can be sold. Thank you
Hello, Martha! I think I read that on entrees.com, but the ideal is to consult the City Council, since they are the official body that organizes it. Greetings 🙂
Thank you very much for the monthly LPGC Carnival programs: detailed, clear and practical.
It doesn't matter! all the best!
Could you let me know when the pre-selection tickets for the drag gala go on sale, as well as the day on which the gala tickets go on sale?
Thank you very much in advance.
Hi!
Tickets to the Drag Gala go on sale on February 11 and those for the queen's gala on February 2 (as I see in a statement from the city council), but we are not the official body, it is better to contrast with them.
A greeting!
Thanks for showing us the programs
It doesn't matter!