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In 2026, Holy Week (Easter) is celebrated from Sunday, March 29th to Sunday, April 5th. During these days, the historic center of the city (the Vegueta and Triana neighborhoods) transforms, hosting some of the most emotional processions with the greatest heritage value in the Canary Islands.
If you want to experience this up close during your stay with Singular Holidays, here is the ultimate guide to the routes, traditional schedules, and the best spots to enjoy the local culture just a step away from your accommodation.
Note: The routes and time slots correspond to the historical tradition of the city. The exact departure times and municipal traffic plans are officially confirmed weeks before the date.
• Procession of La Burrita (The Little Donkey): This is the most family-friendly and takes place during the day.
• Traditional Schedule: 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
• Route: Departs from San Telmo Park, goes through Calle Mayor de Triana, Perdomo, and Pérez Galdós streets before returning.
• Cristo de la Salud and Virgen de la Esperanza de Vegueta:
• Traditional Schedule: From 7:00 PM onwards.
• Route: Solemn departure from the Plaza de Santo Domingo, going through the cobbled streets of Vegueta.
• Procession of Los Dolores de Triana:
• Traditional Schedule: 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM.
• Route: Starts at the San Telmo Hermitage and advances through Calle Mayor de Triana and General Bravo. It is an excellent opportunity to see the floats surrounded by the modernist architecture of the area.
• El Santo Encuentro (The Holy Encounter): One of the most breathtaking and anticipated processions.
• Traditional Schedule: 8:00 PM to 11:30 PM.
• Route: Several religious images depart from the Parish of Santo Domingo (Vegueta). Different thrones take distinct paths through Dr. Chil, Reloj, and Obispo Codina streets to culminate in an emotional encounter in the imposing Plaza de Santa Ana, facing the Cathedral.
• Vía Crucis del Silencio (Way of the Cross of Silence - Cristo del Buen Fin):
• Traditional Schedule: Midnight (12:00 AM).
• Route: Departs from the small, picturesque Ermita del Espíritu Santo in Vegueta. It is carried out in complete silence, creating an atmosphere of profound respect through the surrounding streets (Castillo, Dr. Chil, San Agustín).
The biggest day of Holy Week in the Gran Canarian capital features three key moments:
• Procession of Las Mantillas (Morning): At 11:00 AM from the Santa Ana Cathedral. It stands out because women accompany the Christ wearing the traditional white Canarian mantilla.
• Magna Inter-Parish Procession (Afternoon): From 6:30 PM onwards. It draws the largest crowds. The floats depart simultaneously from Santo Domingo, San Agustín, and San Francisco de Asís, bringing together all the brotherhoods in a joint route crossing Vegueta and Triana.
• Procession of the Retreat (Night): At 10:30 PM, from the Church of San Francisco de Asís (Alameda de Colón), concluding the mourning of Good Friday in the Triana neighborhood.
To get the best photo opportunities and avoid last-minute crowds, we recommend positioning yourself at these strategic points:
• Plaza de Santa Ana: The heart of Vegueta. It is the best place to witness "El Santo Encuentro" on Holy Wednesday and to see the departure of the Las Mantillas procession.
• Plaza del Espíritu Santo: Surrounded by stately mansions and a spectacular stone fountain, it is the perfect setting for the Vía Crucis del Silencio (Maundy Thursday).
• Calle Mayor de Triana and Alameda de Colón: Ideal for watching the Magna Procession and the Los Dolores procession. Because these streets are wider, they offer better visibility.
• Dr. Chil and San Agustín Streets: Narrow, cobbled streets in Vegueta that provide unmatched acoustics and aesthetics when the processional floats pass by at night.
-Are there public holidays in Las Palmas during Holy Week 2026?
Yes. Maundy Thursday (April 2nd) and Good Friday (April 3rd) are public holidays throughout the Canary Islands, creating a perfect long weekend to visit the city.
-Are streets closed in Vegueta and Triana during the processions?
Yes. The City Council implements a special traffic plan that closes roads in the historic center, especially on Good Friday starting at 5:00 PM. We recommend moving around on foot from your Singular Holidays accommodation.
