What is the Ruralia Ecoencuentro?
The Ruralia Ecoencuentro is open to everyone who lives in Tías or is visiting. It is organised by the Concejalía de Agricultura of the municipality of Tías through the Oficina de Agroecología y Desarrollo Rural, as part of the Tías Regenera strategy.
It is intended as a meeting point that showcases ecological initiatives, local artists and sustainable alternatives for everyday life.
Which talks are on the programme?
On 3 November the focus is on composting: at 10:00, Paula Gomes from Taboire Soluciones Sostenibles speaks about community composting and the experience at Plaza El Pavón.
On 4 November at 18:00, everything revolves around energy. Raúl García Brink, the island councillor of the Cabildo de Gran Canaria responsible for climate change and the circular economy, explains energy communities as well as local generation, storage and management.
On 5 November at 10:00, Bruno Barreto, director of Fanegada Medio Ambiente, presents the green infrastructure plan promoted by Tías. At 18:00, the Aula de la Naturaleza of the Cabildo de Lanzarote addresses environmental strategies in formal and non-formal education.
On 6 November at 09:00, Ezequiel Navío, president of Adacis, speaks about climate shelters and accessible, temperature-appropriate places. At 18:00, the journalist Saúl García looks at the challenges of water supply.
All talks take place in the plenary hall of the Ayuntamiento de Tías. This applies to every day from 3 to 6 November.
What happens on the closing day in Tegoyo?
On 7 November, the Albergue de Tegoyo becomes a market from 10:00 to 14:30. Around ten stalls by sustainable projects and local entrepreneurs are planned.
There will be organic vegetables and environmentally friendly products for direct purchase, plus food, music, storytelling and games. Ecological and craft workshops are also announced, as well as an exhibition made from recycled materials.
Which literary events does the Casa Museo José Saramago offer?
On 26 November 2026 at 18:30, Juan Pinilla, writer and flamenco singer, presents the book «Saramago, el Nobel de lo imposible». One evening later, on 27 November 2026 at 18:30, Teresa Gómez presents her poetry collection «Los tulipanes son demasiado rojos».
Both evenings are announced at the Casa Museo José Saramago, Calle Los Topes 1, Tías. Juan Pinilla also takes part in the second presentation.
What do holidaymakers and residents need to know?
The sources mention no price changes or fees, access restrictions, booking deadlines, closures or special rules for residents, foreigners living in Tías or tourists. The only confirmed detail is that Ruralia plans sustainable products for direct sale and a food offering.
Nobody has published prices in euros. The available information also remains open on tickets and travel.
Which dates are confirmed next?
Ruralia starts first on 3 November, with the community day following on 7 November. After that come the two literary events on 26 and 27 November 2026.
The information does not say whether dates may change, and details on tickets and travel are also missing. Anyone wishing to attend should ask the Ayuntamiento de Tías or the Casa Museo José Saramago in advance.