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.

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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 Anse Lazio

Anse Lazio, Praslin (Seychelles)

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About this experience

Festivals in Anse Lazio is a community-led cultural event held on the beach at Anse Lazio, Praslin, Seychelles. It showcases traditional Seychellois music, dance, and Creole cuisine against the backdrop of one of the island's most recognised granite beaches. The festival typically runs for a single day during the annual Creole Festival season in October.

What to expect

A full-day programme from 10:00 to 18:00, featuring live performances of Sega and Moutya drumming on the sand
Stalls serving local dishes such as grilled fish, octopus curry, and coconut-based desserts like ladob
Interactive craft demonstrations where visitors can watch coconut-leaf weaving and traditional boat-building
A children's area with face painting and sandcastle competitions, suitable for families with young kids
Sunset drumming circle at 17:30, where attendees are invited to join the dancers on the beach
Limited seating under palm-thatch shelters; most attendees stand or sit on towels, so bring sun protection