36th Manuel Velázquez Cabrera Memorial on Fuerteventura
The memorial honours Manuel Velázquez Cabrera through a series of meetings, talks and book presentations, and highlights the historical links between the Canary Islands and Uruguay. The events are taking place in La Oliva, Gran Tarajal, Puerto del Rosario and Tiscamanita. Admission is free.
Sunday15November 2026
When
Monday 9 November to Monday 16 November 2026
Where
Plaza Manuel Velázquez Cabrera, Tiscamanita (homenaje de clausura); actividades en La Oliva, Gran Tarajal y Puerto del Rosario
Plaza Manuel Velázquez Cabrera, Tiscamanita (homenaje de clausura); actividades en La Oliva, Gran Tarajal y Puerto del Rosario, La Oliva · Get directions
At the Memorial, students, researchers and experts will be examining emigration from the Canary Islands, the founding of Montevideo and the life of Manuel Velázquez Cabrera. As well as lectures and literary presentations, the programme also includes institutional events.
The events will take place on 9, 10, 11 and 16 November, spread across La Oliva, Gran Tarajal, Puerto del Rosario and Tiscamanita.
The event will conclude on 16 November with an official tribute in Plaza Manuel Velázquez Cabrera in Tiscamanita, followed by a musical performance by Raíces.
