La Gomera celebra el Día de Canarias con una agenda cultural diversa
The Cabildo de La Gomera presented on Monday the schedule of events for the Day of the Canary Islands 2025. The agenda, which will take place between Tuesday, May 20, and Saturday, May 31, brings together a cultural and festive proposal in all the municipalities of the island. The initiative, promoted by the Department of Culture, includes musical, theatrical, exhibitions, and ethnographic encounters, with free entry until full capacity is reached.
The President of the Cabildo, Casimiro Curbelo, emphasized that this celebration «is one of our most emblematic dates, an opportunity to showcase our cultural heritage, recognize local talent, and celebrate our identity as a people.» Curbelo also highlighted that the participation of artists and collectives from La Gomera demonstrates «the commitment of the Cabildo to the strengthening of the cultural sector and the dynamization of island social life.»
On the other hand, the Minister of Culture, Rosa Elena García, pointed out that this year’s program «is diverse, decentralized, and designed for all audiences, with events that combine tradition and modernity, popular music and contemporary theater, inviting us to reconnect with our roots.» The island’s representative encouraged citizens to actively participate in this cultural proposal «that travels the island from end to end.»
The calendar kicks off on Tuesday, May 20, at 12:00, the IES San Sebastián will host a special edition of the project «Los Sabandeños Didácticos,» as part of the 60th anniversary of the renowned musical group. The activity is aimed at school and youth audiences.
It continues on Wednesday, May 21, in San Sebastián, starting at 20:00, with the opening of the exhibition ‘De telar y pantalón vaquero,’ which offers a historical journey through the traditional and typical clothing of La Gomera. Next, the group ‘Eslabones’ will offer the conference ‘El Romancero de La Gomera,’ with the participation of Eduardo Duque, Jonathan Santos, Daniel Ventura, and Francisco Martín, also at the Casa de la Aduana.
On Friday, May 23, at 20:00, the Insular Auditorium will host the theatrical work ‘Funeral Planner,’ performed by the Fabián Lomio company. Entry is free and unrestricted.
The program continues on Thursday, May 29 in Agulo, with the musical performance of Parranda El Toque, at 19:00 in Plaza Leoncio Bento. At the same time, the Plaza de El Salvador in Alajeró will be the setting for the musical show ‘Cultura y Raíces,’ with the participation of Domingo El Colorado, Juan Carlos Pérez Brito, and the soloists Héctor González, Candelaria González, and Paula Gómez.
On the Day of the Canary Islands, Friday, May 30, the day will start with the exhibition ‘Recuerdos y Tradición,’ a live display of folklore, culture, and tradition of La Gomera, open from 10:00 to 21:00 at the Casa de la Aduana.
At 12:00, the Parranda Chigadá will perform at Parque El Curato in Hermigua, and at 13:00, Parranda El Toque will musically entertain the day at Plaza del Lomo Riego in Valle Gran Rey.
On Saturday, May 31, Parranda Chigadá will return to the stage at 12:00 in Plaza de la Constitución in Vallehermoso, bringing their traditional repertoire to the north of the island. All events scheduled for the Day of the Canary Islands are free and open to the public, without the need for prior registration.
