CITA News — News from the Canary Islands https://cita.news/en/ Current news, investigative reporting, service features and relocation guides from the Canary Islands en-GB © 2026 CITA News info@cita.news (CITA News Redaktion) info@cita.news Mon, 05 Oct 2026 08:30:02 -0000 60 https://cita.news/cita-logo.png CITA News https://cita.news/en/ 144 144 Lanzarote Events: Fiestas, Concerts and Dates https://cita.news/en/lanzarote-events.html https://cita.news/en/lanzarote-events.html Mon, 05 Oct 2026 07:50:34 -0000 info@cita.news (Lucía Medina Reyes) News Events on Lanzarote: fiestas, concerts, sport and markets in the coming months, with dates and places. Verified and updated daily by CITA News.

OCTOBER 2026

5–30 Oct
CULTURE · Lanzarote

October Programme at the Biblioteca Insular: “Un libro abierto, un mundo por descubrir”

Programme of workshops and literature at the Biblioteca Insular de Lanzarote, with activities from 5 to 30 October.

]]> Moving to La Gomera: the Relocation Guide in 25 Steps https://cita.news/en/moving-to-la-gomera.html https://cita.news/en/moving-to-la-gomera.html Mon, 05 Oct 2026 07:50:34 -0000 info@cita.news (CITA News Redaktion) News Moving to La Gomera: NIE, empadronamiento, housing, schools, tax and healthcare. 25 CITA News guides, step by step to residency. Lanzarote Guide: Sights, Beaches and Tips https://cita.news/en/lanzarote-guide.html https://cita.news/en/lanzarote-guide.html Mon, 05 Oct 2026 07:50:34 -0000 info@cita.news (CITA News Redaktion) News Guides to Lanzarote: sights, beaches, getting there, climate, hiking, relocating and nightlife. Verified guides from CITA News. Moving to Lanzarote: the Relocation Guide in 25 Steps https://cita.news/en/moving-to-lanzarote.html https://cita.news/en/moving-to-lanzarote.html Mon, 05 Oct 2026 07:50:34 -0000 info@cita.news (CITA News Redaktion) News Moving to Lanzarote: NIE, empadronamiento, housing, schools, tax and healthcare. 25 CITA News guides, step by step to residency. Moving to La Graciosa: the Relocation Guide in 25 Steps https://cita.news/en/moving-to-la-graciosa.html https://cita.news/en/moving-to-la-graciosa.html Mon, 05 Oct 2026 07:50:34 -0000 info@cita.news (CITA News Redaktion) News Moving to La Graciosa: NIE, empadronamiento, housing, schools, tax and healthcare. 25 CITA News guides, step by step to residency. Lanzarote News Today: Latest News, Events and Tips https://cita.news/en/lanzarote-news.html https://cita.news/en/lanzarote-news.html Mon, 05 Oct 2026 07:50:34 -0000 info@cita.news (CITA News Redaktion) News Lanzarote news today: latest stories, events in the coming weeks, guides, weather and beaches. Updated daily by CITA News.

LATEST NEWS

5 Oct 2026

Lanzarote: shuttle buses to natural areas start in November

From early November 2026, shuttle buses are set to run to sensitive natural areas on Lanzarote such as Caldera Blanca. Cars will be banned on the routes.

]]> Moving to the Canary Islands: Guides for Every Island https://cita.news/en/moving-to-the-canary-islands.html https://cita.news/en/moving-to-the-canary-islands.html Mon, 05 Oct 2026 07:50:34 -0000 info@cita.news (CITA News Redaktion) News Moving to the Canary Islands: a guide for every island on housing, work and paperwork, plus tax, pensions and residency for all islands. La Palma News Today: Latest News, Events and Tips https://cita.news/en/la-palma-news.html https://cita.news/en/la-palma-news.html Mon, 05 Oct 2026 07:50:34 -0000 info@cita.news (CITA News Redaktion) News La Palma news today: latest stories, events in the coming weeks, guides, weather and beaches. Updated daily by CITA News.

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4 Oct 2026

Weekend on La Palma, La Gomera and El Hierro: Fiestas, Literature and Luchada Cósmica

The first weekend in October combines urban and village fiestas on La Gomera, while La Palma celebrates literature and Tazacorte. On El Hierro, Canarian wrest

]]> La Gomera News Today: Latest News, Events and Tips https://cita.news/en/la-gomera-news.html https://cita.news/en/la-gomera-news.html Mon, 05 Oct 2026 07:50:34 -0000 info@cita.news (CITA News Redaktion) News La Gomera news today: latest stories, events in the coming weeks, guides, weather and beaches. Updated daily by CITA News.

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5 Oct 2026

La Gomera: October fiestas with Vocal Sampling and NOON

San Sebastián de La Gomera celebrates the Fiestas de Octubre until 11 October 2026. On 5 October a free bus runs to Puntallana.

]]> La Gomera Events: Fiestas, Concerts and Dates https://cita.news/en/la-gomera-events.html https://cita.news/en/la-gomera-events.html Mon, 05 Oct 2026 07:50:34 -0000 info@cita.news (Lucía Medina Reyes) News Events on La Gomera: fiestas, concerts, sport and markets in the coming months, with dates and places. Verified and updated daily by CITA News.

OCTOBER 2026

25 Jul – 31 Oct
MUSIC · La Gomera

NOON Festival Canarias 2026

The NOON Festival Canarias 2026 in San Sebastián de La Gomera includes 14 free concerts, every Saturday at 12.00.

]]> Gran Canaria Events: Fiestas, Concerts and Dates https://cita.news/en/gran-canaria-events.html https://cita.news/en/gran-canaria-events.html Mon, 05 Oct 2026 07:50:34 -0000 info@cita.news (Lucía Medina Reyes) News Events on Gran Canaria: fiestas, concerts, sport and markets in the coming months, with dates and places. Verified and updated daily by CITA News.

OCTOBER 2026

1–12 Oct
NIGHTLIFE · Gran Canaria

Maspalomas Fetish Pride 2026

Maspalomas Fetish Pride 2026 takes place from 1 to 12 October in Playa del Inglés on Gran Canaria.

]]> Gran Canaria News Today: Latest News, Events and Tips https://cita.news/en/gran-canaria-news.html https://cita.news/en/gran-canaria-news.html Mon, 05 Oct 2026 07:50:34 -0000 info@cita.news (CITA News Redaktion) News Gran Canaria news today: latest stories, events in the coming weeks, guides, weather and beaches. Updated daily by CITA News.

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5 Oct 2026

Gran Canaria: Fiestas del Pilar in Guanarteme to 12 Oct

The Fiestas del Pilar 2026 in Guanarteme run until Monday, 12 October. The programme includes concerts, parades, paella and a fireworks display.

]]> La Palma Events: Fiestas, Concerts and Dates https://cita.news/en/la-palma-events.html https://cita.news/en/la-palma-events.html Mon, 05 Oct 2026 07:50:34 -0000 info@cita.news (Lucía Medina Reyes) News Events on La Palma: fiestas, concerts, sport and markets in the coming months, with dates and places. Verified and updated daily by CITA News.

OCTOBER 2026

5 Oct
MUSIC · La Palma

“Un viaje entre los Planetas”

Music event “Un viaje entre los Planetas” in Tazacorte.

]]> Canary Islands Guides: Every Island at a Glance https://cita.news/en/canary-islands-guides.html https://cita.news/en/canary-islands-guides.html Mon, 05 Oct 2026 07:50:34 -0000 info@cita.news (CITA News Redaktion) News Guides for every Canary Island: sights, beaches, getting there, climate and hiking, from Gran Canaria to La Graciosa. Lanzarote: shuttle buses to natural areas start in November https://cita.news/en/lanzarote-nature-shuttle-buses-start-november.html https://cita.news/en/lanzarote-nature-shuttle-buses-start-november.html Mon, 05 Oct 2026 07:32:15 -0000 info@cita.news (CITA News Redaktion) LANZAROTE · TRANSPORT From early November 2026, shuttle buses are set to run to sensitive natural areas on Lanzarote such as Caldera Blanca. Cars will be banned on the routes.
LANZAROTE · TRANSPORT

Lanzarote: shuttle buses to natural areas start in November

Shuttle buses are expected to start running to fragile natural areas on Lanzarote from early November 2026. The Cabildo de Lanzarote is planning circular routes from Mancha Blanca, as Canarias7 reports. For visitors, that means leaving the car in designated car parks from now on.

]]> Lanzarote: NaturPiano honours Einaudi from 8 to 10 October https://cita.news/en/lanzarote-naturpiano-einaudi-arrecife-october-2026.html https://cita.news/en/lanzarote-naturpiano-einaudi-arrecife-october-2026.html Mon, 05 Oct 2026 07:22:48 -0000 info@cita.news (CITA News Redaktion) LANZAROTE · EVENTS From 8 to 10 October 2026, Lanzarote combines an Einaudi tribute with dinner at Castillo de San José and free Arrecife en Vivo concerts.
LANZAROTE · EVENTS

Lanzarote: NaturPiano honours Einaudi from 8 to 10 October

From 8 to 10 October 2026, visitors to Lanzarote can expect a packed music weekend. On Thursday, the NaturPiano trio plays a tribute to Ludovico Einaudi at Restaurante Castillo de San José, followed on Friday and Saturday by free open-air concerts from Arrecife en Vivo in the island capital.

]]> La Gomera: October fiestas with Vocal Sampling and NOON https://cita.news/en/la-gomera-october-fiestas-vocal-sampling-noon.html https://cita.news/en/la-gomera-october-fiestas-vocal-sampling-noon.html Mon, 05 Oct 2026 07:11:29 -0000 info@cita.news (Lucía Medina Reyes) LA GOMERA · EVENTS San Sebastián de La Gomera celebrates the Fiestas de Octubre until 11 October 2026. On 5 October a free bus runs to Puntallana.
LA GOMERA · EVENTS

La Gomera: October fiestas with Vocal Sampling and NOON

San Sebastián de La Gomera is celebrating the Fiestas de Octubre until 11 October 2026 in honour of the Virgen de Guadalupe, the patron saint of La Gomera. On the main feast day, 5 October, the town hall is offering free transport to Puntallana.

]]> Gran Canaria: Moya celebrates San Judas Tadeo in October https://cita.news/en/gran-canaria-moya-san-judas-tadeo-fiestas-october-2026.html https://cita.news/en/gran-canaria-moya-san-judas-tadeo-fiestas-october-2026.html Mon, 05 Oct 2026 07:07:31 -0000 info@cita.news (Lucía Medina Reyes) GRAN CANARIA · EVENTS The Villa de Moya celebrates its fiestas in honour of San Judas Tadeo throughout October 2026, with music, folklore and a concert on 31 October.
GRAN CANARIA · EVENTS

Gran Canaria: Moya celebrates San Judas Tadeo in October

The municipality of Villa de Moya in the north of Gran Canaria is celebrating its fiestas in honour of San Judas Tadeo throughout October 2026. The programme combines music, folklore and family activities, and is due to close on Saturday 31 October 2026 with a traditional concert.

]]> Lanzarote: Palabras al Vuelo festival from 8 October https://cita.news/en/lanzarote-palabras-al-vuelo-storytelling-festival-october-2026.html https://cita.news/en/lanzarote-palabras-al-vuelo-storytelling-festival-october-2026.html Mon, 05 Oct 2026 07:04:32 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) LANZAROTE · CULTURE From 8 to 18 October 2026, the 14th Palabras al Vuelo festival brings oral storytelling to Lanzarote. Most events are free of charge.
LANZAROTE · CULTURE

Lanzarote: Palabras al Vuelo festival from 8 October

The 14th International Festival of Oral Storytelling Palabras al Vuelo takes place from 8 to 18 October 2026 on Lanzarote. According to the Cabildo de Lanzarote, the island government, the programme includes storytelling performances, workshops and family events in several municipalities. Limited capacity and the need to book ahead for some events are relevant for visitors and residents alike.

]]> Gran Canaria: GC-1 closed overnight for roadworks https://cita.news/en/gran-canaria-gc1-overnight-closure-belen-maria-roadworks.html https://cita.news/en/gran-canaria-gc1-overnight-closure-belen-maria-roadworks.html Mon, 05 Oct 2026 07:04:22 -0000 info@cita.news (CITA News Redaktion) GRAN CANARIA · TRANSPORT On Monday 5 October 2026, a 300-metre section of the GC-1 in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria will be closed from 22:00 to 06:00.
GRAN CANARIA · TRANSPORT

Gran Canaria: GC-1 closed overnight for roadworks

A section of the GC-1 in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria will be closed on Monday 5 October 2026 for resurfacing work. The southbound carriageway is affected for 300 metres before the Belén María roundabout. Drivers will need to use a diversion between 22:00 and 06:00.

]]> Gran Canaria: SCS to pay 300,000 euros after patient death https://cita.news/en/gran-canaria-scs-300000-euros-after-death.html https://cita.news/en/gran-canaria-scs-300000-euros-after-death.html Mon, 05 Oct 2026 06:51:58 -0000 info@cita.news (Julia Roca Bethencourt) GRAN CANARIA · LAW A court ordered the Servicio Canario de la Salud to pay 300,000 euros in compensation. A patient died 11 days after being discharged too early.
GRAN CANARIA · LAW

Gran Canaria: SCS to pay 300,000 euros after patient death

A court in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria has ordered the Servicio Canario de la Salud (SCS), the Canary Islands public health service, to pay 300,000 euros in compensation. A patient had been discharged with a severely low potassium level and died eleven days later. The ruling concerns a specific liability case involving the regional health service.

]]> Lanzarote: Parliament backs special school expansion https://cita.news/en/lanzarote-parliament-special-school-expansion-tahiche.html https://cita.news/en/lanzarote-parliament-special-school-expansion-tahiche.html Mon, 05 Oct 2026 06:51:48 -0000 info@cita.news (Julia Roca Bethencourt) LANZAROTE · POLITICS The Canary Islands Parliament has unanimously backed PSOE initiative 11L/PNLC-0069 to unblock the stalled expansion of the CEE in Tahíche.
LANZAROTE · POLITICS

Lanzarote: Parliament backs special school expansion

The Canary Islands Parliament has unanimously backed a PSOE initiative, as Crónicas reported on Monday. The initiative aims to get the blocked expansion of the special education centre in Tahíche moving again. Affected is the Centro de Educación Especial Nuestra Señora de los Volcanes, the only special education centre on Lanzarote. For families, nothing changes for now; no start of construction has been agreed.

]]> Gran Canaria: Fiestas del Pilar in Guanarteme to 12 Oct https://cita.news/en/gran-canaria-fiestas-del-pilar-guanarteme-programme-2026.html https://cita.news/en/gran-canaria-fiestas-del-pilar-guanarteme-programme-2026.html Mon, 05 Oct 2026 06:51:37 -0000 info@cita.news (Lucía Medina Reyes) GRAN CANARIA · EVENTS The Fiestas del Pilar 2026 in Guanarteme run until Monday, 12 October. The programme includes concerts, parades, paella and a fireworks display.
GRAN CANARIA · EVENTS

Gran Canaria: Fiestas del Pilar in Guanarteme to 12 Oct

The Fiestas del Pilar 2026 in the Guanarteme district of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria run until Monday, 12 October. The programme combines music, folklore, tradition and family activities.

]]> Tenerife Events: Fiestas, Concerts and Dates https://cita.news/en/tenerife-events.html https://cita.news/en/tenerife-events.html Mon, 05 Oct 2026 06:50:34 -0000 info@cita.news (Lucía Medina Reyes) News Events on Tenerife: fiestas, concerts, sport and markets in the coming months, with dates and places. Verified and updated daily by CITA News.

OCTOBER 2026

24 Jul – 24 Oct
MUSIC · Tenerife

XXXIV Congreso de Bandas de Música de Tenerife

Island congress of music bands whose published programme runs until 24 October 2026.

]]> Tenerife News Today: Latest News, Events and Tips https://cita.news/en/tenerife-news.html https://cita.news/en/tenerife-news.html Mon, 05 Oct 2026 06:50:34 -0000 info@cita.news (CITA News Redaktion) News Tenerife news today: latest stories, events in the coming weeks, guides, weather and beaches. Updated daily by CITA News.

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5 Oct 2026

Tenerife: Monday with calima, clouds and up to 28 degrees

AEMET expects light high-altitude calima, variable cloud and up to 28 degrees in Santa Cruz on Tenerife on Monday, 5 October 2026.

]]> Moving to Tenerife: the Relocation Guide in 25 Steps https://cita.news/en/moving-to-tenerife.html https://cita.news/en/moving-to-tenerife.html Mon, 05 Oct 2026 06:50:34 -0000 info@cita.news (CITA News Redaktion) News Moving to Tenerife: NIE, empadronamiento, housing, schools, tax and healthcare. 25 CITA News guides, step by step to residency. Moving to Fuerteventura: the Relocation Guide in 25 Steps https://cita.news/en/moving-to-fuerteventura.html https://cita.news/en/moving-to-fuerteventura.html Mon, 05 Oct 2026 06:50:34 -0000 info@cita.news (CITA News Redaktion) News Moving to Fuerteventura: NIE, empadronamiento, housing, schools, tax and healthcare. 25 CITA News guides, step by step to residency. Fuerteventura Events: Fiestas, Concerts and Dates https://cita.news/en/fuerteventura-events.html https://cita.news/en/fuerteventura-events.html Mon, 05 Oct 2026 06:50:34 -0000 info@cita.news (Lucía Medina Reyes) News Events on Fuerteventura: fiestas, concerts, sport and markets in the coming months, with dates and places. Verified and updated daily by CITA News.

OCTOBER 2026

24 Sep – 7 Oct
TRADITION · Fuerteventura

Fiestas del Rosario in Puerto del Rosario

Two weeks of capital-city festivities on Fuerteventura, with a festival of Canarian song and a pop-rock night …

]]> La Graciosa Events: Fiestas, Concerts and Dates https://cita.news/en/la-graciosa-events.html https://cita.news/en/la-graciosa-events.html Mon, 05 Oct 2026 06:50:34 -0000 info@cita.news (Lucía Medina Reyes) News Events on La Graciosa: fiestas, concerts, sport and markets in the coming months, with dates and places. Verified and updated daily by CITA News.

JANUARY 2027

9 Jan
MUSIC · La Graciosa

Festival Internacional de Música de Canarias – Camerata Iberia

Performance by Camerata Iberia as part of the "En Paralelo" programme of the 43rd International Music Festival of the Canary Islands, with Spanish and European Renaissanc

]]> La Graciosa News Today: Latest News, Events and Tips https://cita.news/en/la-graciosa-news.html https://cita.news/en/la-graciosa-news.html Mon, 05 Oct 2026 06:50:34 -0000 info@cita.news (CITA News Redaktion) News La Graciosa news today: latest stories, events in the coming weeks, guides, weather and beaches. Updated daily by CITA News.

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5 Oct 2026

Lanzarote: power cut also halts water supply

On 3 October 2026, power failed on Lanzarote and La Graciosa at 05:44. Around 73,600 customers were affected and the government is investigating.

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