There's no shortage of celebrations in Tenerife's capital. A record budget has been set aside for this purpose next year. Here it is.
Carnival on Tenerife
Carnival on Tenerife means one thing above all else: partying! When the „Carnaval“ is announced, all hell breaks loose on Tenerife. You can find all the news and dates relating to the Canary Islands Carnival here:
The Capital Carnival on Tenerife is being brought forward by two weeks in 2027. The groups' fees are also set to rise again. Here's what's changing.
The «Mascarita Ponte Tacón» in Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife, is colourful and lively. Here are some photos from the night.
In some parts of the Canary Islands, the end of Carnival is just the beginning. But what's behind this quirky custom? We explain it.
On Ash Wednesday, things are far from over in the Canary Islands. In Puerto de la Cruz on Tenerife, it's only just getting started. The pictures.
Carla Castro Castellano is the Queen of the 2026 Tenerife Carnival. Here is the new Reina and her dress.
There are numerous special timetables in place during the carnival on Tenerife. Here are the options for getting there.
Carnival on Tenerife means it's time to let your hair down. We've put together a list of all the dates for the 2026 Tenerife Carnival for you. Don't miss it!
The summer carnival is being celebrated again in Tenerife. Three days of festivities are on the programme. Here's what you need to know.
During Carnival in Tenerife, many revellers get particularly creative with their costumes. We're showcasing the best ones.
The carnival on Tenerife turned out to be just as colourful and lively as ever. Here are the best photos.
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Puerto de la Cruz had to cancel Saturday's big carnival parade due to rain. A new date has now been set.
Once a year, the 'Mascarita ponte tacón' race takes place in Puerto de la Cruz. We take a look at this crazy tradition.
In Tenerife, it is traditional to 'bury the sardine' on Ash Wednesday. We bring you pictures of this quirky tradition.
Puerto de la Cruz and Düsseldorf have enjoyed a friendship spanning several decades. The delegation from the Canary Islands joined in the celebrations again this year.
Tenerife has kicked off its street carnival. The opening day was colourful, long and very, very loud. Here are the photos and videos.
The election of the Carnival Queen is one of the highlights of the Carnival in Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife. We've put together a selection of the best photos.
Carnival is now taking Puerto de la Cruz on Tenerife by storm. The Gala del Rey is one of the highlights. Here are some photos.
The carnival in Tenerife is to receive a special honour. The world's second-largest carnival is to be commemorated with its own postage stamp.
The carnival on Tenerife has a new theme every year. The theme for the 2025 carnival has now been confirmed, as has the date. Here's the information.
Every year, thousands of revellers gather for the carnival in Puerto de la Cruz on Tenerife. Their celebrations are so colourful and exuberant. Here are the best photos!
Puerto de la Cruz joins in the celebrations at the Düsseldorf Rose Monday parade. Here are the best photos of the Tenerife carnival delegation in the Rhineland.
Puerto de la Cruz celebrates its very own carnival on Tenerife. Here you can see the best photos from the carnival in Puerto de la Cruz.
Tenerife has a Reina de Carnaval. As always, she was chosen just before the peak of the 2023 Tenerife Carnival. Here she is.
Tenerife's carnival is considered the second largest in the world. On the island, Puerto de la Cruz is getting ready for the festivities. Here are the pictures.
The carnival revellers on Tenerife have agreed on the theme for the new season. This is the theme for the 2023 carnival on Tenerife.
The 'Carnaval de Verano' heralds the start of the main carnival season on Tenerife. Here you'll find all the information and dates for the summer carnival in Puerto de la Cruz.
Our photographer spent a week accompanying the delegation from the Rhineland. See how the revellers are celebrating Carnival in Tenerife.
In February, Tenerife is in a state of excitement. For two weeks, the island celebrates its Carnival. The Carnival in Tenerife is world-famous.
The friendship between Puerto de la Cruz and Düsseldorf has recently been put to the test. Now Düsseldorf's Carnival Prince is stepping in to help.
The Reina 2017 has been crowned. Judit López García beat the competition in a huge, gold-coloured dress. Here's a look at the queen.
For the first time, advance ticket sales for the carnival on Tenerife were due to take place online. However, this didn't work out. Here's how you can still get tickets.
Düsseldorf's leading carnival figures, Prince Hanno I and Venetia Sara, took part in the grand parade in Puerto de la Cruz. The photos.
Düsseldorf's carnival revellers want to revive their 40-year friendship with Tenerife's carnival-goers. From 2016, they will be celebrating together in the Canary Islands.
The carnival in Puerto de la Cruz on Tenerife has a long tradition. Here you'll find the best photos of the colourful festivities.
The carnival on Tenerife is considered the second largest in the world. We have put together a selection of the best photos from the grand carnival parade for you.
The new Queen of Tenerife is Adtemexi Cruz Hernández. The new Reina (Carnival Queen) will reign over the revellers at the grand parade in Santa Cruz.
The carnival in Puerto de la Cruz lasts around a week. It's a feast for all the senses. You can find information about the carnival in Tenerife's main city here.
Thousands of visitors celebrated the grand carnival parade in Santa Cruz. Led by Reina Soraya, the parade wound its way through the capital of Tenerife.
Hot samba rhythms, dancers, lavish floats: Tenerife has good reason to boast - it hosts the second-largest carnival in the world.
Düsseldorf and Tenerife are united in the spirit of carnival. The Flower Queen from Puerto de la Cruz visited the Rhineland. We were there.
Carnival on Tenerife
Tenerife’s Carnival is the second-largest in the world. During the ‚fifth season‘, the Canary Island is in a state of excitement. At the Tenerife Carnival, the whole island is out and about, celebrating day and night. In Santa Cruz, the Flower Queen is crowned to reign over the ’season of folly‘. You can find further information and the latest news about the Tenerife Carnival on this page.