Complete Program of the Los Gigantes Carnival 2025: Kiko Rivera, Locomía, and the Best 90s Party in Tenerife
🎭✨ The Carnival of Los Gigantes 2025: The Explosion of the Awesome 90s! 🎉🕺
Thought the party was over after the Santa Cruz Carnival? Well, the fun keeps going in the south of Tenerife! 🌴 From March 13th to 23rd, Los Gigantes turns into the heart of color, music, and joy with the longest-running carnival in the south of the island, celebrating this year with the theme “The Awesome 90s” 💃🎵
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🌟🏆 A Carnival with History and Personality 🏆🌟
With over 45 years of tradition, the Carnaval de Los Gigantes has become a favorite for both locals and tourists. It’s not just the oldest carnival in the south of Tenerife, but it also boasts a family-friendly and safe vibe that draws thousands of people every year. 👨👩👧👦👵👴
Mayor Emilio Navarro and Councillor of Festivals David Quintero have rolled out an awesome program packed with activities for everyone. With national and international artists set to rock Plaza Buganvilla for eleven days of pure celebration, you won’t want to miss it! 🥳🔊
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📋🎭 Complete List of Events for the Los Gigantes Carnival 2025 🎭📋
🗓️ THURSDAY, MARCH 13 – 21:00h: Adult Queen Election Gala 👑 (Plaza Buganvilla) Hosted by Wendy Fuentes, featuring a performance by Ricardo Alonso, semifinalist from La Voz España, plus a special act by Locomía! – 23:00h: Great Carnival Dance 💃🕺 (Plaza Buganvilla) Performance by Armonía Latina
🗓️ FRIDAY, MARCH 14 – 18:00h: Senior Queen Election Gala 👵👑 (Plaza Buganvilla) Hosted by Pepe Benavente and Tina León, with an opening by the Senior Associations of Santiago del Teide, plus laughs from “Petite Lorena.” After that, catch a performance by Pepe Benavente! – 21:00h: Carnival Party 🎵🎶 (Plaza Buganvilla) Latin Sound DJ Chris G, Orquesta Sabrosa, Orquesta Tropin
🗓️ SATURDAY, MARCH 15 – 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM: Kids’ Fun Park and Face Painting Workshop 🎨👶 (Plaza Buganvilla)
– 11:30 AM: Children’s Carnival Race 2025 🏃♂️ (Plaza Buganvilla)
5:00 PM: Children’s Queen Election Gala 👧👑 (Plaza Buganvilla) Hosted by Mavi Arteaga with the kids’ show “In Search of Ariel and the Disney Characters”
– 10:00 PM: Carnival Party and Costume Contest 🎭🏆 (Plaza Buganvilla) Corinto Band, DJ Ubay, Hernández, Grupo Saoco, Orquesta Maraury
🗓️ SUNDAY, MARCH 16 – 5:00 PM: Coso Apoteósico de Los Gigantes 🎊🌈 K’Nadum Batucada Tamatimba Joroperos Group Bahía Baitiare Fanfarria Santiago del Teide Río Orinoco Group Valleiros Group Son de Abona Group DJ Ubay Hernández Carnival Illusionists Characters from the Carnival of Santa Cruz de Tenerife At the end, performance by Maquinaria Band
🗓️ MONDAY, MARCH 17 – 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM: Photography Exhibition 📷 “1981-2025: A Walk Through 45 Years of the Carnival of Los Gigantes” (Plaza Buganvilla)
– 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM: Musical Entertainment 🎵 (Plaza Buganvilla) Sandra Santana, Sara Plasencia
🗓️ TUESDAY, MARCH 18 – 5:30 PM: 90s Choreographic Festival 💃🕺 (Plaza Buganvilla) Academia de Baile Compañía 93, Arkadia Ballet, Grupo de Baile de Sole, Tamateide Entertainment: DJ Javi Plasencia and DJ Pablo 8 Smile
🗓️ WEDNESDAY, MARCH 19 – 7:00 PM: Murga Gathering 🎭 (Plaza Buganvilla) Hosted by Jaime Hernández, Murga Los Retorciditos, Murga Zeta Zetas, Murga Los Bambones
🗓️ THURSDAY, MARCH 20 – 9:00 PM: Grand Drag Queen Gala 👠👑 (Plaza Buganvilla) Afterwards, performance by DJ 8 Smile
🗓️ FRIDAY, MARCH 21 – 6:30 PM: Sardine Wake ⚰️🐟 (Plaza Buganvilla) Performance by Tío Franklin – 8:30 PM: Sardine Burial 🔥🐟 (Los Gigantes) Accompanied by the Fanfarria de Santiago del Teide, followed by a fireworks display by Hermanos Toste – 10:30 PM: Verbena 💃🕺 (Plaza Buganvilla) Grupo Arena de Gran Canaria, Orquesta Maraury
🗓️ SATURDAY, MARCH 22 – 2:00 PM to 4:00 AM: Day Carnival 🎉☀️🌙 (Plaza Buganvilla) Grupo Pa’ Ti, Renzzo El Selector, Salvapantallas, Rafael Flores “El Morocho”, Arodi Llanos, Kiko Rivera, The Boys Machine, Grupo La Calle, DJ 8 Smile
🗓️ SUNDAY, MARCH 23 – 7:00 PM: Carnival Closing Festival 🎸🎤 (Plaza Buganvilla) Tribute to U2
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Schedule: The Best of the Los Gigantes Carnival 2025 🎪📅
Queen Election Galas ✨👑
📅 Thursday the 13th: Adult Queen Gala (9:00 PM) featuring the star performance by Locomía 🪩, the ’90s icon with their famous fans. Get ready to relive hits like “Locomía” and “Rumba Samba Mambo”!
📅 Friday the 14th: Queen of the Elders Gala (6:00 PM) with the humor of Petite Lorena 🤣 and a performance by Pepe Benavente 🎤, hosted by Pepe Benavente and Tina León.
📅 Saturday 15: Kids’ Queen Gala (5:00 PM) featuring a fantastic children’s show “On the Hunt for Ariel and Disney Characters” 👸🧜♀️, hosted by Mavi Arteaga.
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🥁🎧 Music for Every Taste 🎧🥁
📅 Thursday the 13th: Adult Queen Gala (9:00 PM) featuring the star performance by Locomía 🪩, the ’90s icon with their famous fans. Get ready to relive hits like “Locomía” and “Rumba Samba Mambo”!
📅 Friday 14th: Carnival Party with Latin Sound 🪘, DJ Chris G 🎚️, Orquesta Sabrosa 🎺, and Orquesta Tropin
🎷.Saturday 15: Huge party with Corinto Band 🎸, DJ Ubay Hernández 🎛️, Grupo Saoco 🥁, and Orquesta Maraury 🎹, plus a costume contest with awesome prizes!
Saturday 22: The big Day Carnival (2:00 PM to 4:00 AM) featuring stars like:
Kiko Rivera 🕺
Renzzo El Selector 🎧
Get ready to vibe at Renzzo El Selector! This spot is all about good music and chill times. Whether you’re looking to relax or dance the night away, you’ll find the perfect atmosphere here. The beats are fresh, and the crowd is always buzzing. It’s a must-visit for anyone wanting to experience the local scene. So grab your friends and let the good times roll!
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Rafael Flores “El Morocho” 🎵
Arodi Llanos 🎶
The Boys Machine 🕺💃
Get ready to dance your heart out at The Boys Machine! This place is all about good vibes, great music, and unforgettable nights. Whether you’re looking to bust a move on the dance floor or just chill with friends, you’ll find it here. Don’t miss out on the fun—come and experience the energy for yourself!
La Calle Group 🎸
DJ 8 Smile 🎛️
14 non-stop hours of partying! 🥳🎉
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🎭🎪 Can’t-Miss Traditional Events 🎪🎭
📅 Sunday 16th: Coso Apoteósico (5:00 PM) – 🎊 The big parade winding through the streets of Los Gigantes featuring amazing groups like K’Nadum, Joroperos, Bahía Baitiare, Río Orinoco, Valleiros, Tropicana, and Son de Abona, plus the lively batucadas Tamatimba and Tamateide, characters from the Santa Cruz Carnival, and much more. It’s the most colorful moment of the carnival! 🌈
📅 Wednesday 19: Murga Gathering (7:00 PM) – 🎭 The best murgas from Tenerife, including Los Bambones and Zeta Zetas, will light up the square with their unique humor, clever lyrics, and social commentary. Hosted by Jaime Hernández.
📅Thursday 20: Drag Queen Gala (9:00 PM) – 👠👑 One of the most spectacular events where participants compete in elaborate outfits, stunning heels, and amazing performances. It’s the art of transformation at its finest! Afterward, join the party with DJ 8 Smile.
Friday 21: Burial of the Sardine (8:30 PM) – ⚰️🐟 The traditional symbolic farewell to Carnival with a funeral procession of “widows” dressed in black, leading the sardine to its cremation. It represents the end of the party and the start of Lent. Join the Fanfarria de Santiago del Teide and enjoy a spectacular fireworks show by Hermanos Toste. 🎆
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🎧🌟 Musical Protagonists 🌟🎧
This year, the music lineup is one of the strongest, featuring names like:
Kiko Rivera 🎧: The DJ and son of Isabel Pantoja is gonna get everyone dancing on Saturday, March 22nd with his hits like “Así Soy Yo” and “Mentirosa.”
Check out this awesome video! It’s a great way to get a feel for the vibe here: https://youtu.be/cbLzBhAtjy8?si=qF4uqpJDtHpOA-ft
Locomía 💃🕺: The legendary group that shook up the ’90s with their fans and choreographies will be at the Adult Queen Gala.
Check out this awesome video: https://youtu.be/vRvgcWxt9-Q?si=HwFWLHFXRzs8cFhT
Renzzo El Selector 🎛️: One of the hottest DJs around will be bringing the best urban and Latin beats to the epic Day Carnival!
Check out this awesome video: https://youtu.be/wqTk1-qdo2g?si=ms5OGC6ToWm0U5mR
The Boys Machine 🕺: A group that brings back the best dance hits from the ’90s to take us on a trip to the greatest musical decade.
Check out this awesome video: https://youtu.be/wy4BIMp6Zxo?si=2iw26Q8vccc2oGT5
🚶♂️🎨 Activities You Can’t Miss 🎨🚶♂️
Photo Exhibition 📷: From March 17th, “1981-2025: A Journey Through 45 Years of the Los Gigantes Carnival,” a visual trip through nearly half a century of carnival history.
90s Choreography Festival 💃: On March 18th, dance academies like Compañía 93 Dance Academy, Arkadia Ballet, Sole Dance Group, and Tamateide will bring to life the most iconic choreographies from the decade, all set to the beats of DJ Javi Plasencia and DJ Pablo 8 Smile.
Kids’ Fun Park 👶: Let the little ones join in on the carnival fun with face painting workshops and activities on March 15, plus the Kids’ Carnival Cross.
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The grand finale will be on Sunday, March 23 with a Closing Festival featuring an amazing U2 tribute 🎸🎤, wrapping up eleven days of non-stop fun in one of the most beautiful spots in Tenerife. 🌅
Don’t miss out on the chance to experience the most authentic carnival in the south of the island! 🎊🎉
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