In 2025, the Santa Cruz de La Palma Carnival brings an exotic and colorful atmosphere. The theme chosen by popular vote is "The Jungle", so get ready for a celebration where nature and fun will blend in every corner of the city.
From February 26 to March 9, 2025, the capital of La Palma will be filled with joy, featuring parades, live music, costume contests, and many surprises for all ages. From lively rhythms to the best carnival atmosphere, this year's festivities promise to be more vibrant than ever!
COMPLETE PROGRAM – SANTA CRUZ DE LA PALMA CARNIVAL 2025
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 26
8:30 PM | 📍 Circo de Marte Theater
"La Elvira. Story of an Emigrant"
This play takes us back to 1949, reviving the story of 106 passengers who, aboard the schooner Elvira, embarked on a clandestine journey from Spain. A moving portrayal of exile, survival, and hope.
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27
5:30 PM | 📍 Starting from Plaza de la Alameda
Grand "Jungle" School Carnival Parade
Schools, nurseries, and daycare centers from Santa Cruz de La Palma and surrounding areas will fill the streets with color and joy. The parade will march through Calle Anselmo Pérez de Brito, Av. El Puente, and Av. Marítima, ending at the Main Carnival Venue, where the Children’s Party with Compañía KantyKomba will take place.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 28
10:00 AM | 📍 Plaza de La Alameda
Crazy Charity Race
Run and have fun for a good cause in support of KALEN (Palmeran Association for Autism Spectrum Disorder), organized by CIFP Virgen de las Nieves.
2:00 PM | 📍 Main Carnival Venue
Wig Party
All you need is a wig and a desire to have fun! The music lineup includes Danny Romero, Kilian Viera, Full de Copas (Rosendo Tribute), Orquesta Libertad, Orquesta Tropicana’s, DJ Equis, and DJ Tenax.
SATURDAY, MARCH 1
11:00 AM | 📍 Main Carnival Venue
Children’s Activities
A special space for kids, featuring games and workshops.
6:00 PM | 📍 Main Carnival Venue
LOS40 Carnival Party
A music festival featuring seven artists from LOS40 and hosted by Dani Moreno "El Gallo" and Ramsés López. The night continues with a big party featuring Grupo ACuatro, Orquesta Tropicana’s, DJ Equis, and DJ Tenax.
6:30 PM | 📍 Starting from Calle O’Daly
XIX Reception and Parade of International Guests
A parade full of music and tradition, featuring parrandas (traditional folk music groups) and other artists. The parade ends at Plaza de La Alameda, where performances by Arturo Castillo and Ilusión Gomera will take place.
SUNDAY, MARCH 2
11:00 AM | 📍 Plaza de La Alameda
Los Indianitos
A kids' version of the iconic Los Indianos Festival, featuring the "Pequeños Indianos: Rhythms Across the Atlantic" show, with music, puppetry, and interactive games. The Indianitos Parade will close the event, accompanied by the Cuban Conga and La Negra Anita.
7:00 PM | 📍 Main Carnival Venue
XIX "Orillas del Son" Festival
A Cuban music festival that serves as the warm-up for the main Los Indianos event, featuring Changó, Son de Almizcle, and DJ Juana la Cubana.
MONDAY, MARCH 3 – LOS INDIANOS →Discover everything about the Los Indianos festival.
10:00 AM | 📍 Port of Santa Cruz de La Palma
Arrival of "La Negra Tomasa"
The main star of the festival arrives on the island, accompanied by the Cuban Conga, marking the beginning of the grand celebration.
10:30 AM | 📍 Town Hall Atrium
"The Wait"
A nostalgic and traditional moment with music, honey soups, and the excitement of welcoming Los Indianos.
11:30 AM | 📍 Plaza de España
Plaza de La Habana for a Day
A symbolic renaming of Plaza de España by municipal authorities and the Consul of Cuba in the Canary Islands, accompanied by Orillas del Son.
FRIDAY, MARCH 7 – DOÑA SARDINA’S FUNERAL
7:00 PM | 📍 Plaza de La Alameda
Funeral Parade of Doña Sardina
A traditional mourning procession, led by the "Gayfa" Cornet and Drum Band.
8:00 PM | 📍 Main Carnival Venue
Doña Sardina’s Funeral
Distribution of sardines, with performances by Barco a Venus (Mecano Tribute), King África, and Graja Sound.
10:30 PM | 📍 Playa de Bolos
Burning of Doña Sardina
The carnival bids farewell with the symbolic burning of the sardine.
SUNDAY, MARCH 9 – CLOSING OF THE CARNIVAL
4:00 PM | 📍 Main Carnival Venue
Children’s Piñata
Costume contests, games, and a fun-filled event.
6:00 PM | 📍 Main Carnival Venue
Senior Carnival
A grand closing celebration with a performance by Orquesta Ritmo.