Music bars, concerts, jazz, flamenco and festivals
Las Canteras, Gran Canaria 5 min read
Sounds of the City
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria has a vibrant music scene. From intimate jazz to massive concerts, the city offers live music practically every day of the week. The Latin American, African and European influence creates a unique sonic blend.
Discover where to enjoy the best live music on the island.
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Bars with Live Music
Las Canteras and Alcaravaneras
Venue
Style
Days
Price
Mojo Club
Rock, blues
Fri-Sat
€5-10
Paper Club
Indie, alternative
Thu-Sat
€5-8
El Náutico
Acoustic, jazz
Fri
Free
Terraza Music
Various
Sat
Free
Vegueta and Triana
Venue
Style
Days
Price
La Floridita
Cuban son
Fri-Sat
€5-8
El Encontro
Flamenco
Variable
€8-15
Chill Out La Azotea
DJ, chill
Fri-Sun
Free
Mesa y López
Venue
Style
Days
Price
Café Teatro
Musical theater
Variable
€10-20
Casa Miranda
Jazz, acoustic
Thu-Sat
Free
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Jazz
Jazz Venues
Venue
Location
Note
El Rincón del Jazz
Center
Classic jazz, jam sessions
Casa Miranda
Mesa y López
Intimate atmosphere
Auditorio Alfredo Kraus
Las Canteras
Scheduled concerts
Jazz Festival
Event
Date
Location
Canarias Jazz & Más
July
Various stages
Jazz in the Park
Summer
Parque Santa Catalina
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Flamenco
Where to See Flamenco
Venue
Type
Price
Peña Flamenca
Authentic
€10-20
El Encontro
Tablao
€15-25
Cultural events
Free
Free
Shows
Type
Frequency
Book
Regular tablao
Weekend
Recommended
Peña (private)
Variable
Required
Festivals
Annual
Not necessary
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Latin Music
Salsa, Bachata, Son
Venue
Style
Days
La Floridita
Cuban son
Fri-Sat
El Náutico
Salsa
Friday
Southern clubs
Latin
Weekend
Classes + Party
Venue
Offer
Price
Dance academies
Class + social
€10-15
La Floridita
Party only
€5-8
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Major Concerts
Main Stages
Venue
Capacity
Event Types
Auditorio Alfredo Kraus
1,656
Symphony, major artists
Gran Canaria Arena
10,000+
Massive concerts
Teatro Pérez Galdós
1,100
Opera, classical
Parque Santa Catalina
Variable
Festivals
Auditorio Alfredo Kraus ⭐
Information
Detail
Location
End of Las Canteras Promenade
Architect
Óscar Tusquets
Acoustics
Excellent
Program
auditorioalfredokraus.es
Prices
€15-80 depending on event
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Music Festivals
Annual Calendar
Festival
Month
Style
Price
Carnival
Feb-Mar
All types
Free
TEMUDAS
July
Performing arts
Variable
Canarias Jazz
July
Jazz
€15-40
WOMAD
November
World music
Free
LPA Beer & Music
September
Rock, indie
€25-40
WOMAD ⭐
The most important free festival.
Information
Detail
Date
November
Location
Parque Santa Catalina
Price
Free
Style
World music, fusion
Artists
International
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Traditional Canarian Music
Folklore
Event
Where
When
Pueblo Canario
Parque Doramas
Sunday 11:00
Patron saint festivals
Various towns
Year-round
Romería
Teror, others
September
Traditional Instruments
Instrument
Description
Timple
Small Canarian guitar
Bandurria
Similar to mandolin
Chácaras
Canarian castanets
Tambor
Percussion
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Street Music
Common Areas
Area
Type
Schedule
Calle Triana
Various
Afternoons
Las Canteras (promenade)
Acoustic
Sunset
Plaza Santa Ana
Classical
Variable
Vegueta Market
Sunday morning
Mornings
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Clubs and DJs
Electronic
Club
Style
Days
Paper Club
Indie, electronic
Fri-Sat
Macarena Club
House, techno
Fri-Sat
Yumbo (Maspalomas)
Various
Daily
Special Sessions
Type
Where
Frequency
Sunset sessions
Beach hotels
Summer
Rooftop
Terraces
Weekend
Beach clubs (south)
Maspalomas
Season
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Cultural Programming
Where to Get Information
Source
Type
Website
Agenda Cultural LPA
Official
lpavisit.com
La Provincia
Newspaper
laprovincia.es
Canarias7
Newspaper
canarias7.es
Social media
@lpamusic
Instagram
Ticket Purchase
Platform
Event Types
Auditorioalfredokraus.es
Auditorium
Ticketmaster
Major concerts
Eventbrite
Local events
Box office
Day of event
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By Visitor Type
Romantic Couples
Recommendation
Why
Auditorium concert
Elegant, perfect acoustics
Intimate jazz
Special atmosphere
Sunset session
Sunset with music
Rock Lovers
Recommendation
Why
Mojo Club
Local rock, blues
LPA Beer & Music
September festival
Paper Club
Alternative, indie
Families
Recommendation
Why
Pueblo Canario
Folklore, free
WOMAD
Family-friendly, varied
Street music
Spontaneous
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Practical Tips
For Enjoyment
Tip
Note
Book
Small venues, limited capacity
Arrive early
Best spots
Cash
Some small bars
Check agenda
Changing programming
Typical Schedules
Event Type
Start Time
Auditorium concert
20:00-21:00
Bar music
22:00-23:00
Club/DJ
00:00-01:00
Jazz session
21:00-22:00
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is there free live music?
Yes, lots. Las Canteras terraces often have free acoustic music. The WOMAD festival (November) is completely free. Pueblo Canario offers free folklore on Sundays.
Where is there jazz in Las Palmas?
El Rincón del Jazz, Casa Miranda and the Auditorio Alfredo Kraus (specific programming). In July, the Canarias Jazz & Más festival.
Is there flamenco in Gran Canaria?
Yes, although less than in Andalusia. There are flamenco peñas and occasional tablaos. Check cultural agenda for scheduled shows.
What is the best music festival?
WOMAD (November) is the most important and is free. For jazz, Canarias Jazz in July. For rock/indie, LPA Beer & Music in September.
What days have the most live music?
Friday and Saturday are the days with the most offerings. Some venues also have music on Thursdays. Sundays have folklore at Pueblo Canario.
Where do I buy concert tickets?
For the Auditorium, on its official website. For major concerts, Ticketmaster. For local events, Eventbrite or directly at the venue.
Are music venues expensive?
Generally no. Entry to bars with music is usually €5-10 or free with a drink purchase. Auditorium concerts range from €15-80 depending on the artist.
Is there live music at Las Canteras?
Yes, especially in summer. Several promenade terraces have acoustic musicians, especially at sunset and on weekends.
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