Program of Events - Puerto de la Cruz Carnaval 2024
Carnival is always a vibrant and lively celebration that captures the essence of the Puerto de la Cruz festive spirit. As the streets come alive with color and energy, locals and visitors alike immerse themselves in a whirlwind of music, dance, and elaborate costumes. The picturesque town transforms into a kaleidoscope of creativity, with parades featuring extravagant floats, an army of dancers, and traditional folk groups. The air is filled with the infectious rhythm of lively music, creating an atmosphere of joy and revelry. Families gather to enjoy the various events and competitions, while food stalls offer a taste of local delicacies. This annual extravaganza reflects the rich cultural heritage of Puerto de la Cruz and provides a unique and unforgettable experience for all who participate in the festivities of Carnival 2024.
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 10
8:00 p.m. CABALGATA announcing the International Carnival of Puerto de la Cruz 2024.
Route: Calles; José MarÃa del Campo Llarena, San Felipe, Plaza del Charco, La Marina, Santo Domingo and Zamora.
Route Map available here!
10:00 p.m. to 4:00 a.m. CARNIVAL NIGHTS.
Plaza del Charco
SUNDAY FEBRUARY 11
12:00 p.m. CARNAVAL FAMILIAR
12:00 Children's Show - Titirikomba by Komba Producciones
13:00 Children's and pet costume contest
13:30 - 15:00Â Family festival
17:00 Exhibition of Children's Choreographic Groups
17:30 Children's show - Güicho Estévez
18:00 Exhibition of Adult Choreographic Groups
18:30 Adult costume contest
19:00 Exhibition of Comparsas and Batucadas
19:30 Children's show - An animated Carnival by Epsylon
20:30 Family festival with Pepe Benavente
22:00. 4:00Â CARNIVAL NIGHTS.
Plaza del Charco
MONDAY FEBRUARY 12
6:00 p.m. MATACULEBRA ritual.
TUESDAY FEBRUARY 13
2:00 p.m. VINTAGE CAR RALLYE.
Avenida Colón.
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 14
6:00 p.m. DUEL – CELEBRATION of La Sardina.
7:30 p.m. Funeral of La Sardina.
Route: Plaza Concejil, Calles San Juan, Luis de la Cruz,
Cologan, Plaza de la Iglesia, La Hoya, Familia Betancourt y Molina and Avenida Colón.
9:00 p.m. Burial of the Sardine. Route: Avda. Colón, Plaza de los Reyes Católicos, Avda. Familia
Betancourt and Molina, Zamora, Santo Domingo, La Marina and  Muelle Pesquero.
Route Map available here!
10:00 p.m. NIGHTS OF THE CARNIVAL.
10:00 p.m."Carnival Classics"
Calle Perdomo
-
DJ Chicho
-
DJ Smurf
-
DJ Richard
Plaza del Charco
THURSDAY FEBRUARY 15
10:30 hrs School Arena
Route: San Felipe, Mequinez, Perdomo,
Plaza del Charco, Marina and Carnival Site
11:30 hrs Great School Carnival Party
Carnival Venue - Pier Esplanade
17:30 hrs Mataculebra Ritual
18:00 hrs Parade and reception of the German Carnival Delegations
Route: Quintana, Paseo San Telmo and
Avenida Colon
21:00 hrs Transgressive Carnival Gala
Carnival Venue - Pier Esplanade
FRIDAY FEBRUARY 16
20:30 hrs Registration & Heel Measurement of the XXVIX Men's High Heel Marathon "Mascarita ponte tacón"
10:00 p.m. XXVIX Men's High Heel Marathon
Paseo de San Telmo, Santo Domingo, Marina y Plaza del Charco
00:00 hrs Prize Ceremony of the XXVIX Men's High Heel Marathon
Carnival Venue.Â
00.00 NIGHTS OF THE CARNIVAL.
Plaza del Charco.
-
Renzzo Selector
-
Orquesta Maquinaria
-
Swing Latino
Â
00:30 hrs Zona "Clásicos del Carnaval"
Calle Perdomo
-
July GarcÃa
-
Real el Canario
-
Nico López
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 17
17:00 hrs GRAN COSO APOTEOSIS of the International Carnival of Puerto de la Cruz 2024.
Route: Avda. Colón, Plaza de los Reyes Católicos, Calle Obispo Pérez Cáceres, Avda. Familia Betancourt y Molina, Calles Zamora, Santo Domingo, La Marina, Plaza del Charco and San Felipe.
Route Map available here!
21:00 hrs Noches del Carnaval
Plaza del Charco
-
Orquesta Tejina
-
Pepe Benavente
-
Swing Latino
-
Dj Chris Hernández
-
The Boys Machine
21:00 hrs Zona "Clásicos del Carnaval"
Calle Perdomo
-
July GarcÃa
-
Nico Socorro
-
Mingo GarcÃa
-
Dj Richard
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 23
20:00 hrs Encuentro de Murgas
Plaza del Charco
23:00 hrs Noches del Carnaval
Plaza del Charco
-
Dj Alex Lorenzo
-
Orquesta Malibú
-
Orquesta Sonora Olimpia
00:00 hrs Zona "Clásicos del Carnaval"
Calle Perdomo
-
July GarcÃa
-
Nico Socorro
-
Dj Richard
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 24 – EXTRA!
11:00 hrs Carnaval Familiar
Plaza del Charco
11:00 a 14:00 Castillos hinchables y talleres
16:00 a 19:00 Castillos hinchables y talleres
19:00 a 20:00 Verbena Infantil
​
21:00 hrs Concierto de Salvapantallas
Plaza del Charco
22:30 hrs Noches del Carnaval
Plaza del Charco
-
Dj Chris Hernández
-
Ledes DÃaz
-
Renzzo Selector
-
The Boys Machine
-
DJ Alex Lorenzo
23:00 hrs Zona "Clásicos del Carnaval"
Calle Perdomo
-
Nico Socorro
-
Mingo GarcÃa
-
Dj Richard
