What major festivals happen in the Canary Islands?

The Canary Islands host numerous festivals year-round including Carnival (February–March) — the second largest in the world after Rio — music festivals, food festivals, and cultural celebrations. Each island has its own unique festival calendar.

When is the best time to visit for festivals?

Carnival season (February–March) is the biggest festival period. Summer months (June–August) have numerous music festivals and outdoor events. Each island also celebrates its patron saint festival with unique traditions.

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Festivals in Catarman

Catarman, Camiguin

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About this experience

Festivals in Catarman is a community celebration held in Catarman, Camiguin, showcasing the town's cultural heritage through street dancing and ritual performances. The event honours the island's patron saints and agricultural bounty, drawing locals and visitors to the town plaza for a day of colour and tradition. It is a key date in Catarman's annual calendar, reflecting the municipality's identity and festive spirit.

What to expect

The festival opens with a morning parade of costumed dancers from Catarman's seven barangays, each performing distinct choreography to live drum music.
A street dance competition runs for approximately three hours, with judging based on costume authenticity, choreography, and energy, followed by an awards ceremony at the municipal gymnasium.
Visitors can sample local Camiguin delicacies such as pastel de camiguin, tablea chocolate, and lanzones from food stalls set up along the main road near the plaza.
A religious procession and Mass are held at the San Roque Parish Church, with the saint's image carried through the streets before the secular festivities begin.
The event suits families and cultural travellers, as seating is provided in shaded grandstands and the programme includes children's games and a raffle draw for local produce.