The programme will take place over several days from 22 to 31 October 2026 in La Orotava. To kick things off, Juanca Romero Hasmen will speak on Thursday 22 October at 19:00 in the council chamber of La Orotava Town Hall about funeral rites, myths and mourning traditions in different parts of the world.
On Friday 23 October and Tuesday 27 October, the historical tour 'The Cemetery' will begin at 19:30 on both occasions, led by José Maza, author of the book "Bicentenario del Cementerio Municipal de La Orotava". Advance booking is required for both events. On Wednesday 28 October, at 19:30 in the council chamber of the town hall, there will be a presentation of the book "Lucitas de Finados" by Julio Concepción.
A highlight of the programme on Thursday 29 October is the stage adaptation of "Don Juan Tenorio" by José Zorrilla in the Jardines del Marquesado de la Quinta. The production, staged by the theatre group from the Faculty of Philology at the University of La Laguna, will have a first performance at 19:00 and a second at 20:30.
The festival will conclude on Friday 30 October and Saturday 31 October, at 18:30 on both days, with the themed walking tours "La Orotava en hueso y alma", led by Lhorsa. Advance booking is also required for these tours.