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Tuesday, 3. November 2026

LPA FOTOSUB 2026: Underwater Photography Week in Las Canteras

The Fotosub event in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria brings underwater photography, diving, snorkelling and family activities to Playa de Las Canteras. The event on 9 November marks the start of the week and forms part of the Fotosub Escolar programme, which includes school activities at Playa de Las Canteras. Admission is determined by the organiser.

Monday9November 2026
When
  • Monday 9 November 2026, 9:00 to 10:30
Where

Playa de Las Canteras

Playa de Las Canteras, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Gran Canaria

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Performers

Buceo Canarias

For whom

Suitable for families with children

Location in Gran Canaria: Playa de Las Canteras, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Playa de Las Canteras, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria · Get directions

The Fotosub will take place in November at Playa de Las Canteras. The event kicks off on Monday 9 November, from 9:00 to 10:30, with the Fotosub Escolar: there will be talks in schools and activities at Playa de Las Canteras, as well as a photography exhibition.

On Friday 13 November, the Fotosub Nocturno takes place from 19:45. Following an equipment check and a group photo, the night-time competition in the Open Fotosub category begins at 20:30 and ends at 22:00.

On Saturday, 14 November, the professional category takes centre stage. Equipment checks begin at 7:00, and the Open Fotosub and Cazafotosub competitions start at 8:00. In the Open Fotosub, pairs of divers take photographs within a set time frame and in specific zones; in the Cazafotosub, free divers without breathing apparatus seek out the best images of the marine life and seabed of Las Canteras. From 10:00, there will be children's workshops, introductory dives with Buceo Canarias and guided snorkelling tours, as well as talks on the ecosystem of Las Canteras. The jury will deliberate from 12 noon, and the prizes will be awarded at 20:00 at the Talleres Palermo.

Sunday, 15 November, is Family Day. From 10:00, there will be children's workshops, introductory dives, kayaking trips and the 'Fotosub en Familia' competition. During this, parents and children will photograph the seabed using snorkelling goggles and underwater cameras provided. Fotosub 2026 ends at 14:00. Registration is via the event's website.

Last checked on 2 November 2026 at 23:14.

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