Carnival in Gran Canaria is the liveliest time of year. Arguineguin Carnival in particular attracts huge crowds during the celebrations, especially for the big parade or Cabalgata.

Arguineguin Carnival 2023 Dates: 23 – 26 March 2023
- Location: Arguineguín, Costa Mogán, Gran Canaria
- The theme for the 2023 Carnaval: India
- Info about Gran Canaria weather in March
- Things to do in Arguineguin
Arguineguin Carnival Schedule and Program of Events
The full 2023 program is here!
Get ready for 4 days of India themed fun from 23 – 26 March 2023. We have an action packed long weekend of carnival activities to celebrate so don’t miss out.


Thursday 23rd March 2023
20:00h – Village Carnival Gala
Location: Plaza Negra (market square)
Friday 24th March 2023
21:00h – Drag Queen Gala Show and Mogollón
Music from DJ Sofia Cristo and Grupo Arena
Location: Plaza Negra (market square)
Saturday 25th March 2023
11:00h – 1st Edition of the Village High Heels Race
Location: Calle José Manuel Santana Garcia
19:00h – Village Carnival Parade – put your best costume on and join in the fun!
Location: Starts at Calle Damasco (the High School street)
22:30h – Mogollon de Carnaval
Music and entertainment from Armonia Show, Leyenda Joven and DJ Nichel B.
Location: Plaza Negra (market square)
Sunday 26th March 2023
10:30h – Family Carnival Day
Costume parade with family, pet, individuals. Carnival fun with animated characters and chocolate.
Location: Plaza Perez Galdos (church square)
14:00h – Daytime Carnival Party
Music from Los 600, Los Aseres, Elvis Crespo tribute show and DJ Maxi.
Location: Plaza Negra (market square)
20:00h – Burial of the Sardine
Location: Plaza Negra (market square)
20:30h – Sardine Funeral and Procession with Burning of the Sardine and Fireworks display
Location: Plaza Negra down to Las Marañuelas Beach
Will you be going to Carnival in Arguineguin this year?