Holidays in the Canary Islands
Summary:Public holidays in the Canary Islands are roughly the same as those in mainland Spain, but there are also some local features. These holidays provide local residents with a chance to rest and celebrate, and also provide tourists with an opportunity to understand local culture. You can avoid these holidays when you want to transport goods.
Public Holidays
New Year (January 1): This day is the universal New Year, and people in the
Canary Islands also hold various celebrations to welcome the new year.
Three Kings Day (January 6): This is one of the most important festivals in
Spain, and children receive gifts on this day. Legend has it that the three kings are wise men
who brought gifts to Jesus.
Good Friday (the specific date varies each year): This is the day to
commemorate the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and is a solemn religious holiday.
Easter (the specific date varies each year): Easter is the most important
Christian holiday, marking the resurrection of Jesus.
Labor Day (May 1): This is an international labor day to celebrate the
contributions of workers.
Assumption Day (August 15): This is a Catholic holiday commemorating the
Assumption of the Virgin Mary.
Spanish National Day (October 12): This is Spain's national day, and
celebrations are held all over the country.
Halloween (November 1): Halloween is a traditional Western festival, where
people dress up as ghosts and attend various parties.
Spanish Constitution Day (December 6): This is the day when the Spanish
Constitution was promulgated.
Christmas (December 25): Christmas is one of the most important Christian festivals and a global festival.
Special Holidays
Carnival (Carnaval): The Canary Islands' Carnival is very famous, especially the
Carnival in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, which is large and lively.
Village Festivals (Fiestas de pueblo): Each village in the Canary Islands has its own traditional festivals, which usually hold a variety of activities, such as parades, dances, food festivals, etc.
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