Gran Canaria for 
Folklore and traditional festivities
Gran Canaria is one big festival all year round. The excellent climate of the island makes it possible to hold festivals during any part of the year. During festival time, the plazas, streets and beaches provide the setting where the people of Gran Canaria and visitors alike give free reign to the more joyful and fun-loving sides of their natures. The rich history of the island is also evident in its popular festivals, some of which date back to the times of the native inhabitants, while others have more universal roots. Nevertheless, the festive nature of the Canarian people has given a unique flavour to these festivals, with a calendar of special events that sets the pace for the exciting rhythm of Gran Canaria.
Events in Gran Canaria
One of the things that makes Gran Canaria stand out is the great variety and richness of the cultural events held here.Scheduled all year round, the island´s programme of cultural events encompasses all aspects of creativity from music to sculpture, painting and modelling, theatre, dance and traditional festivals. We have included a large part of the complete programme of activities in this diary as yet another incentive to add to the island´s many other attractions which include historical heritage, nature, shopping and holiday leisure activities.
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