Day of the Canary Islands

Day of the Canary Islands
Location of the Canary Islands with respect to the rest of Spain
Official nameDía de Canarias
Also calledCanary Islands' Day
Observed by Canary Islands, Spain
SignificanceAnniversary of the first session of the Parliament of the Canary Islands
CelebrationsFestivities including typical Canarian sports, music, food and culture
Date30 May
Next time30 May 2026 (2026-05-30)
Frequencyannual

The Day of the Canary Islands (Spanish: Día de Canarias) is celebrated annually on 30 May. It is a public holiday in the Spanish autonomous community of the Canary Islands.

The day was chosen as the anniversary of the first session of the Parliament of the Canary Islands, held on 30 May 1983.

Celebrations generally include cultural activities and private gatherings celebrating all things Canarian, including traditional food, sport and music.

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