Last updated: 05-12-2023
Get set for some Christmas magic in Gran Canaria! The island is getting into the holiday vibes with a mix of traditional and modern festive events and activities. This article is here to guide you through the Christmas scene of Gran Canaria in 2023, where the holiday warmth meets the island’s lively vibe, making memories you won’t forget. Let’s get into the Christmas spirit together and check out all the cool events and activities the island has lined up for you!
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2023 | Navidad de Cuento
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4-9 December – Christmas Market
- What: Christmas market
- Location: Mesa Y Lopez (near Plaza de Espana)
- Date: 4-9 December
- Time: 10.00 – 22.00
- Tickets & More info: Auditorio Alfredo Kraus
8/9 December – The Christmas Show
- What: Christmas show (monologues and music; not for children)
- Location: Las Palmas de GC – Auditorio Alfredo Kraus (Google Maps)
- Date: 8-9 December
- Time: 20.30 – 22.00
- Tickets & More info: Auditorio Alfredo Kraus
8 December – Big Bang Vintage Market
- What: rock & roll, vintage & Christmas Market
- Location: Las Palmas de GC – Hotel Occidental (Google Maps)
- Date: Friday 8 December
- Time: 11.00 – 23.00
- More info: Facebook
9 December – Gospel Choir
- What: Chicago Christmas choir
- Location: Las Palmas de GC – Auditorio Alfredo Kraus (Google Maps)
- Date: 9 December
- Time: 20.00 – 21.30
- Tickets & More info: Auditorio Alfredo Kraus
15/16/17 December – Christmas Market
- What: Christmas Market
- Location: Vega de San Mateo (Google Maps)
- Date: 15, 16, 17 December
- More info: will follow when available
16 December – Christmas Market
- What: Christmas Market
- Location: Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (Google Maps)
- Date & Time: 16 December. 9:30-18:00
- More info: https://fb.me/e/1Jgb9JZTo
16/17 December – Christmas Market
- What: Christmas Market
- Location: Moya (Google Maps)
- Date: 16 & 17 December
- More info: will follow when available (source)
24 December – Christmas Dinner
- What: Christmas dinner
- Location: Las Palmas de Gran Canaria – The Hook (Google Maps)
- Date: 24 December
- More info: & Reservations The Hook
24 December – Christmas Dinner
- What: Christmas dinner (a la carte and special Christmas menus)
- Location: Las Palmas de Gran Canaria – TAJ Rooftop & Lounge (Silken Saaj Las Palmas) (Google Maps)
- Date: 24 December
- More info: & Reservations Silken Saaj Las Palmas
24 December – Christmas Dinner
- What: Christmas dinner
- Location: Las Palmas de Gran Canaria – El Vasco De Vegueta (Google Maps)
- Date: 24 December
- More info: website El Vasco de Vegueta
- Reservations: +34 928 25 60 75
24/25/26 December – Christmas Lunch & Dinner
- What: Christmas lunch / dinner
- Location: Maspalomas – Restaurante Lux 22 (Google Maps)
- Date: 24/25/26 December
- Time: 1pm / 7pm
- Reservations: +34 619 264 621
The Events You Missed
Christmas season kicks off in November! Here are the events you missed this year. Make sure to mark them in your calendar for 2024!
26 November – Christmas Concert
- What: Christmas Concert
- Location: Las Palmas de GC – Plaza de Santa Ana (Google Maps)
- Date: Sunday 26-11-2023
- Time: 20:00
25 November – Christmas Market
- What: Christmas Market
- Location: Las Palmas de GC – Holy Trinity Church (Google Maps)
- Date: Saturday 25-11-2023
- Time: 11:00 – 15:00
24 November – Lighting Of The Christmas Tree
- What: Lighting of the Christmas tree (more info)
- Location: Gáldar (Google Maps)
- Date: Friday 24-11-2023
- Time: 18:00
18 November – Lighting Of The Christmas Tree
- What: Lighting of the Christmas tree & show
- Location: Las Palmas de GC – CC La Ballena (Google Maps)
- Date: Saturday 18-11-2023
- Time: 19:30
- More info: website CC La Ballena
18 November – Lighting Of The Christmas Tree
- What: Lighting of the Christmas tree & show
- Location: Las Palmas de GC – CC Los Alisios (Google Maps)
- Date: Saturday 18-11-2023
- Time: 19:30
- More info: website CC Los Alisios
17 November – Lighting Of The Christmas Tree
- What: Lighting of the Christmas tree
- Location: Las Palmas de GC – CC Las Arenas (Google Maps)
- Date: 17 November
- Time: 7pm
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