La Laguna is set for a busy weekend of literature, music, theatre, salsa and cultural activities, with events taking place across the city from 19 to 21 June.
Friday 19 June
Soplo de Letras: Nieves Concostrina and Jesús Pozo
Time: 7:15pm
Venue: Teatro Leal
The Soplo de Letras Festival welcomes journalist, author and historian Nieves Concostrina alongside cultural producer Jesús Pozo for an evening of interviews and book presentations. Concostrina is widely recognised for her engaging approach to history and her popular work on Spanish radio and television.
XXXI Carpe Diem Festival: Tribute to Luis Correa Díaz
Time: 8:00pm
Venue: IES Viera y Clavijo Auditorium
Seven choirs from across Tenerife will come together for a special tribute concert honouring Luis Correa Díaz and his contribution to Canarian music. Entry is free.
Soplo de Letras Live Podcast
Time: 9:15pm
Venue: Teatro Leal
The festival continues with a live recording featuring bestselling author Custodio Pérez, creator of the successful Andalucía Negra series, sharing his remarkable journey from farmer to literary success.
Saturday 20 June
Cultura en Juego: Pirates
Time: 10:00am
Venue: Guamasa
Part of the Mi Barrio es Cultura programme, this family-friendly activity explores the fascinating history of pirates and privateers in the Canary Islands between the 16th and 19th centuries.
Sesiones Desde La Loma: First European Edition
Time: 8:00pm
Venue: Plaza del Cristo
La Laguna will host the first European edition of the acclaimed Puerto Rican salsa project Sesiones Desde La Loma. The free concert features Norberto Vélez, El Escuadrón de La Loma, Alain Pérez, Ronald Borjas, Jeremy Bosch, Sergio Tejera and several Canarian artists and dance groups.
Momerat Teatro: I Thought My Life Would Be Different
Time: 8:30pm
Venue: Teatro Unión Tejina
The Tenerife-based theatre company presents its debut production, a contemporary story about broken expectations, friendship and the search for connection.
Flamenco Romí Festival 2.0
Time: 8:30pm
Venue: Teatro Leal
The spirit of Granada’s famous Sacromonte district arrives in La Laguna with an evening of authentic flamenco featuring acclaimed dancer Alba Heredia, Robert Moreno and a live flamenco ensemble.
Sunday 21 June
Cool Moon Festival: Women and Sustainability Day
Time: 10:00am
Venue: Convento de Santo Domingo
The Cool Moon Festival rounds off the weekend with a programme focused on sustainability, Canarian flora, creativity and live music. The event highlights female artists and creators while promoting environmental awareness through culture and nature.
With everything from live salsa and flamenco to literature, theatre and family activities, La Laguna offers a varied cultural programme for residents and visitors throughout the weekend.