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About This Event

The traditional El Pilar pilgrimage brings Canarian dress, folk groups and neighbourhood associations through the streets of Guanarteme.

The procession leaves Calle Pavía and travels through the district to Plaza del Pilar, where the offering to Our Lady of El Pilar is accompanied by Parranda La Polvajera. A street party, the night parade of the papagüevos and fireworks at Las Canteras complete the evening.

Programme

  • 18:00 — pilgrimage departs from Calle Pavía.
  • Offering at Plaza del Pilar with Parranda La Polvajera.
  • Evening street party and papagüevos parade.
  • 00:00 — fireworks at Las Canteras, by the Alfredo Kraus sculpture.
🎵 Live Music🎟 Free Entry🌞 Outdoor Event👨‍👩‍👧 Family Friendly

Event Details

🏝 Island: Gran Canaria

📍 Location: Calle Pavía to Plaza del Pilar, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

🎟 Price: Free entry

🌐 Website: Visit website

🎤 Performers:
Parranda La Polvajera

Location

Calle Pavía to Plaza del Pilar
Calle Pavía, 35010 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Las Palmas, Spain
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