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Bureaucratic Standoff Keeps Tenerife’s Benijo Beach Closed Amid Safety Dispute
Benijo Beach remains closed indefinitely as a bureaucratic dispute between the Spanish national government and Canary Islands officials stalls essential safety work on the site's unstable slopes.
Santa Cruz de Tenerife Commemorates 229th Anniversary of Defeat of British Fleet
Santa Cruz de Tenerife is hosting a week of commemorative events, including historical reenactments and audiovisual displays, to mark the 229th anniversary of the city's successful defense against Admiral Horatio Nelson’s British fleet.
Tenerife to Host PWA/IWT Windsurfing World Championships in 2026
Tenerife will host the PWA/IWT Wind & Waves Festival at El Médano’s El Cabezo beach from July 31 to August 9, 2026, as part of a strategic initiative to promote the island as a premier global destination for elite sports tourism.
Puerto de la Cruz to Host 80s-Themed Night at Titos Beach This Saturday
Titos Beach in Puerto de la Cruz will host a free 80s-themed night this Saturday at 8:00 p.m., featuring live performances by Hydra 2.0 and DJ sets by Luis de León.
27th Verano de Cuento Festival Returns to El Sauzal This Friday
The 27th annual Verano de Cuento festival begins this Friday at the El Sauzal Theater, celebrating oral traditions with a weekend of performances for both adults and families.
Santa Cruz Exhibition Highlights Preservation of Traditional Crafts
The La Recova Art Center in Santa Cruz de Tenerife is hosting the "Shared Creations" exhibition through September 30th, showcasing traditional crafts like ceramics and typography to preserve local heritage.
Tenerife Hosts 10th AfroLatam Forum to Boost Independent Documentary Filmmaking
Tenerife hosts the tenth edition of the AfroLatam Forum from September 9 to 11, bringing together international filmmakers to foster collaboration and support independent documentary storytelling across Africa, Latin America, and the Canary Islands.
Canary Islands International Jazz & More Festival Set for Final Weekend Finale
The 35th Canary Islands International Jazz & More Festival concludes this weekend with a series of performances and educational events in Tenerife, marking the end of a month-long celebration of world-class jazz.
Fimucité Marks 20th Anniversary With Record-Breaking Success and Star-Studded Lineup
The 20th edition of the Tenerife International Film Music Festival (Fimucité) concluded successfully, drawing nearly 10,000 attendees to a series of sold-out concerts, educational workshops, and tributes to legendary composers.
Tenerife Council Announces €3.4 Million Upgrade for TF-351 Road
The Tenerife Island Council has launched a €3.4 million renovation project to improve safety, accessibility, and infrastructure on the TF-351 road connecting San Juan de la Rambla and La Guancha.