Puerto de la Cruz Carnival 2027: theme, key dates and what is confirmed
Puerto de la Cruz Carnival 2027 is already taking shape, and the first official details are now out. The theme for the 2027 edition is Under the Sea, promising a carnival full of colour, sea creatures, rhythm and celebration.
While the full detailed programme has not yet been released, the key dates for the main galas and major street events are already confirmed. That makes this the right time to mark the main moments in the calendar and start planning ahead.
As more official information is released, including fuller schedules, venues and supporting events, this guide will be updated.
2027 theme
The confirmed theme for Puerto de la Cruz Carnival 2027 is Under the Sea. It sets the tone for a carnival built around marine imagery, fantasy, colour and a more playful visual universe.
That theme already gives groups, designers and carnival lovers a strong creative direction long before the full programme appears.
January 2027 key dates
The first official dates for Puerto de la Cruz Carnival 2027 begin in January with two major early events:
- 20 January 2027 — Opening Gala
- 31 January 2027 — Children’s Throne Gala
These two dates mark the beginning of the public carnival calendar and the start of the main gala programme.
February 2027 key dates
Most of the key carnival moments fall in February, with galas, children’s events, street celebrations and the best-known public acts all now confirmed.
- 2 February 2027 — Grand Dame Gala
- 4 February 2027 — Adult Queen Gala
- 5 February 2027 — Carnival Expo-Exhibition
- 6 and 7 February 2027 — Children’s Street Carnival
- 8 February 2027 — Killing the Snake and Carnival Street Parade
- 10 February 2027 — Traditional Burial of the Sardine
- 12 February 2027 — Masquerade Ball (Put on Your Heels)
- 13 February 2027 — Grand Parade
- 14 February 2027 — Senior Carnival and Piñata Sunday
Taken together, these dates already show the overall shape of Carnival 2027 in Puerto de la Cruz, even before the detailed programme is published.
What still needs to be announced
The key dates are now confirmed, but the detailed programme has not yet been released. That means there is still more to come, including the fuller daily schedule, venue details, routes, supporting events and any additional acts around the main carnival dates.
As soon as those official details are published, they will be added here so everything is kept in one main guide for Puerto de la Cruz Carnival 2027.
Official updates and more information
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Frequently asked questions
What is the theme of Puerto de la Cruz Carnival 2027?
The confirmed theme is Under the Sea.
When is the Opening Gala?
The Opening Gala is scheduled for 20 January 2027.
When is the Adult Queen Gala?
The Adult Queen Gala is scheduled for 4 February 2027.
When is the Grand Parade?
The Grand Parade is scheduled for 13 February 2027.
When is the Burial of the Sardine?
The Traditional Burial of the Sardine is scheduled for 10 February 2027.
Has the full detailed programme been released yet?
No. The key dates are confirmed, but fuller event details will be added when they are officially released.