Pilar Festival in the Guaza neighbourhood of Güímar
The Pilar Festival in the Guaza district of Güímar is a neighbourhood festival lasting several days, featuring traditional activities, religious events and evening celebrations with dancing. It is aimed at visitors who wish to experience a local festival in the area. A dance evening with the Orquesta Acapulco has been confirmed for 11 October. Admission fees are as specified by the organiser.
The festival in the Guaza district of Güímar will take place from 9 to 11 October 2026. Known as the Fiestas del Pilar, it will feature a programme of local celebrations combining folk and religious elements. There will also be 'verbenas', evening festivities with music and dancing, as is customary at many local festivals in the Canary Islands.
The event website lists 11 October as a confirmed date in the programme, featuring a 'baile', an evening of dancing, with the Orquesta Acapulco. The festival thus spans three days and, according to the published details, combines the district's traditional celebrations with a convivial evening programme.
