If you think Carnival is just a party, then you have never experienced the Carnival of the Canary Islands.
Here, every year, Tenerife and Gran Canaria become the center of the world, where rhythm, colors, and energy take over, leading millions of people to leave everything behind and dive into a unique experience.
2025 will be no different—on the contrary, it will be even more special.
Two incredible themes, international artists, and an atmosphere that cannot be described in words but must be fully experienced. Are you ready to go?
In Tenerife, this year's theme is "The Secret Africa," and you can already feel in the air the call of wild nature, the warm colors of the savannah, and the tribal rhythms that will set the streets of Santa Cruz on fire.
From January 31, everything gets going with the official opening, kicking off weeks of pure magic.
But the real spectacle? The Gala for the Election of the Queen on February 26, an event that leaves everyone speechless: the costumes are true works of art—huge, sparkling, as heavy as armor, and breathtakingly beautiful.
Every year they manage to outdo themselves, and 2025 will be no exception.
But the Carnival of Tenerife is not just about its main events: the celebration is also lived in the streets, with spontaneous dances, live music, and the daytime Carnival that turns every corner of Santa Cruz into a dance floor.
And then there is the legendary Coso Apoteosis on March 4, the grand final parade that is an explosion of energy and creativity, and the Burial of the Sardine on March 5, which closes the Carnival with a touch of irony and tradition.
And if Tenerife focuses on Africa, Gran Canaria responds with the theme "The Olympic Games," taking the Carnival of Las Palmas to another level.
From February 8, the city will be invaded by floats inspired by sports, costumes celebrating iconic athletes, and plenty of irony that makes everything even more fun.
And then there is the Drag Queen Gala on March 7, an event that needs no introduction: here, every limit is surpassed, and the drag queens compete with incredible performances, outrageous costumes, and charisma that leaves everyone speechless.
It is the moment when Las Palmas shows the world what true freedom of expression means.
But it doesn't stop there because the Carnival of Gran Canaria is full of surprises.
The Canine Carnival on February 23 is a unique event where the protagonists are four-legged friends, dressed in costumes that often rival those of their owners.
And how could we not mention the Grand Parade on March 15, a procession that crosses the city with thousands of participants and spectators, turning the streets into a river of colors and music?
And then, the final touch: the artists.
This year, the stage will welcome names that will make every Latin music lover’s heart race.
Luis Fonsi, the king of hits like "Despacito," will perform in Gáldar on March 4 to celebrate his 25-year career, while Tito El Bambino, one of reggaeton’s most beloved icons, will be the star of the Gran Mogollón on March 1. But that's not all—more artists will be announced soon, and knowing the level of the Carnival, we can expect other big names ready to make the crowds go wild.
The Carnival of the Canary Islands is not just a tradition; it is a way of life.
Every year, it manages to surpass itself, blending historical roots with modernity.
How can we forget the legendary concert of Celia Cruz in 1987 in Tenerife, which brought together 250,000 people, entering the Guinness World Records? Or the performances of artists like Marc Anthony, Gloria Estefan, and El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico, who turned the Canary Islands' squares into true temples of music?
And now, it's your turn.
Prepare the craziest and most creative costume you have, gather your group of friends, and let yourself be swept away by the energy of Carnival 2025.
Here, it’s not just about watching—it’s about living. Every day is a surprise, every night an adventure. Carnival is freedom, it is life, it is magic.
And if there is one place in the world where all this is expressed to the fullest, it is the Canary Islands.
Get ready—this party will get into your heart, and you won’t want to let it go.