Halloween is also celebrated in La Palma, and during the last days of October several towns across the island organise parties, concerts and activities for all ages. Here are some of the main events.
Halloween in Santa Cruz de La Palma
The capital celebrates Halloween on Saturday, 31 October, in Plaza de Santo Domingo.
From 10:00 pm, the evening will come alive with live music, DJs and orchestras, turning the centre of Santa Cruz de La Palma into one of the main meeting points on Halloween night.
Halloween in Breña Baja
Breña Baja is one of the towns offering a particularly extensive Halloween programme this year, with many activities aimed especially at young people. Events begin several days in advance.
On Saturday, 24 October, Plaza de Las Madres de San José hosts the BBSF Halloween Festival. From 8:00 pm, seven DJs from the Canary Islands music scene will keep the party going, together with entertainment and special lighting effects.
On 29 October from 6:30 pm, a spooky parade will make its way through the town to Plaza de Las Madres. Afterwards, from 7:00 pm, Galar Revolution Dance will take place, an event dedicated to urban dance.
On 30 and 31 October, the Sociedad Juventud Española de San Antonio will be transformed into a Horror Passage, complete with actors, scenery and special effects.
Bruja Rock Fest in El Paso
El Paso offers one of the more alternative Halloween events with the third edition of the Bruja Rock Fest, taking place on 30 and 31 October.
Calle Manuel Taño, in the heart of the historic centre, will become the setting for rock, indie, punk and metal concerts featuring different artists.
The festival starts on Friday 30 October at 9:00 pm and continues on Saturday 31 October from 6:30 pm.
A must for fans of these music genres.
Puntalloween in Puntallana
For those looking for a family-friendly plan, Puntallana celebrates Puntalloween on Saturday, 31 October, from 6:30 pm in Plaza de San Juan.
The programme includes bouncy castles, crafts, a children’s disco, face painting and animated characters, with activities specially designed for younger visitors.
From parties with DJs and live music to horror attractions, rock concerts and children’s activities, Halloween is celebrated in many different ways across La Palma. Whether you are looking for a night out or a family plan, you will find plenty of events taking place in different towns around the island during the last days of October.