Status of the 2026 dates
As of 7 August 2026, no consolidated island-wide calendar has been published for Christmas 2026–2027. Municipal programmes appear in stages and can change because of permits, building works or weather.
For that reason this guide does not present last year's dates as though they were current. We will record verified dates here as each organiser publishes them. In the meantime, use the usual areas as orientation and confirm the event with the official source before driving or booking accommodation.
How to plan without finding a closed market
Wait for the official programme
For a trip built around Christmas, confirm dates in the autumn. Do not book on the strength of a screenshot or a list from previous years.
Check the municipality and the venue
The same market name can move to a different square. Verify the address, that day's hours and any cancellation before setting off.
Keep a fallback plan
Pair the market with Vegueta, Las Canteras or a nearby village. That way the journey still makes sense if the programme changes.
Areas that usually host Christmas programming
This list identifies recurring areas. It does not confirm that any particular event will take place in 2026 — check the relevant programme once it is published.
| Area | What usually appears |
|---|---|
| Las Palmas de Gran Canaria | Santa Catalina, San Telmo, Vegueta, Mesa y López and the Las Canteras area host fairs, crafts, nativity scenes and family activities. |
| The tourist south | Maspalomas, Meloneras, Arguineguín and Puerto de Mogán add markets and entertainment. Check the San Bartolomé de Tirajana and Mogán channels too. |
| North and highlands | Arucas, Gáldar, Moya, Teror, Tejeda, Artenara and San Mateo run craft fairs and smaller gatherings. Pleasant, but they need more road planning and warmer clothing. |
| Craft fairs | Fairs tied to crafts and local produce are sometimes published separately from the municipal Christmas programme. Check the Cabildo and FEDAC communications as well. |
What to check on the day itself
A five-minute check before you leave
- Confirm the venue address, not just the market's name.
- Check that day's opening hours — many markets open only in the afternoon and evening.
- Look for cancellation notices on the municipality's channels, especially in windy or wet weather.
- Plan parking in advance for the coastal towns; December weekends are busy.
- Take warm layers for anything in the highlands after dark.
If you are travelling without a car, check the Global bus guide for evening services — timetables thin out considerably at night, and the last departure from a mountain village can be much earlier than you expect.
Sources and method
Updated on 7 August 2026. This page deliberately does not list dates that have not been officially published. Verified dates will be added as each organiser releases its programme. Always confirm with the municipality, the Cabildo or FEDAC before travelling.
Frequently asked questions
When are the Christmas markets in Gran Canaria in 2026?
As of 7 August 2026 no consolidated island-wide calendar for Christmas 2026–2027 has been published. Municipal programmes appear in stages through the autumn. Confirm dates with the organiser before booking travel or accommodation around a specific market.
Where are the main Christmas markets in Gran Canaria?
Las Palmas usually concentrates activity around Santa Catalina, San Telmo, Vegueta, Mesa y López and the Las Canteras area. In the south, Maspalomas, Meloneras, Arguineguín and Puerto de Mogán typically add markets to their existing retail offering. Arucas, Gáldar, Moya, Tejeda, Artenara and San Mateo run smaller craft fairs in the north and the highlands.
Can I rely on last year's Christmas market dates?
No. Venues move between squares, dates shift, and events are cancelled for permits, works or weather. A screenshot or a list from a previous year is not a reliable basis for a journey.
What should I check before travelling to a market?
The municipality and the exact venue, that day's opening hours, and whether the event has been cancelled. Names repeat across locations, so confirm the address rather than the title.
What is the weather like for Christmas markets in Gran Canaria?
Coastal markets are mild and comfortable in the evening. Markets in the highlands — Tejeda, Artenara, San Mateo — are considerably colder after dark and need warm clothing and more road planning.