Here, culture is not just observed; it is lived.
Tazacorte is much more than sun and sea. Its identity has been forged over centuries among sugar cane fields, banana plantations, and the force of the Atlantic.
Strolling through its streets, participating in its festivals, or visiting its heritage sites is to delve into the living essence of a town proud of its history and culture.
Each celebration is a display of the bagañeta soul: cheerful, hospitable, and deeply connected to its history.
Tazacorte’s main festival and one of the most unique traditions in the Canary Islands.
During the Festivities of San Miguel Arcángel, dancers, dressed in white and covered by little cane horses decorated with colored papers, parade through the streets to the rhythm of the popular “Fly, fly, little dove”.
The sound of the band, the lights, the fireworks, and the excitement of the public create a magical atmosphere that attracts hundreds of visitors every year.
The Fufos Horses are an Intangible Cultural Heritage of the Canary Islands and a symbol of local pride.
Every summer, the Port of Tazacorte is adorned with flowers, nets, and flags to honor the patron saint of fishermen. After the mass in the Carmen church, the image is carried in procession to the dock, where it embarks amidst songs, applause, and sirens sounding from the boats.
The sea fills with decorated boats that accompany the Virgin on her journey along the coast.
It is one of the most exciting moments of the festive calendar, uniting faith, tradition, and the town’s deep connection with the ocean.
Color, foam, and pure joy.
This popular summer festival pays tribute to the barqueras, fishermen’s wives, a symbol of effort and joy. The Port becomes a stage for live music, parades, and performances throughout the day, while the public, locals and visitors alike, celebrate with laughter, dancing, and foam baths.
La Fiesta de la Morena represents the most fun, spontaneous, and carefree side of the bagañeta character.
When the shortest night of the year falls, the beaches and squares of Tazacorte light up with the flames of bonfires.
Families and groups of friends gather to share music, food, and wishes, jumping over the fire as a symbol of renewal.
The sea and fire merge in the same ritual that welcomes the summer, in an intimate and magical atmosphere where tradition and nature go hand in hand.
The most prominent is the Isla Bonita Love Festival, which turns the port into a large stage for diversity, tolerance, and great musical performances.
Added to this are the Summer Fest, with open-air concerts in the middle of summer; the Festival de Cortos Tazacortos, dedicated to local and independent cinema; and the Cultural Days of San Miguel, with exhibitions, music, and activities around the heritage of the municipality.
Also noteworthy are island-wide events such as the La Palma Crafts Fair, the Open Air Music and Theater Shows, and the Nights in the Plaza, where art and gastronomy come together under the stars.
Throughout the year, the City Council and local associations also promote cultural activities, workshops, and exhibitions.
