# Film festivals in the Canary Islands

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/film-festivals-in-the-canary-islands
> Updated: 2026-09-10T14:15:52.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2.

The Canary Islands are hosting several cinematic events, including the DOCanarias International Documentary Film Festival in Puerto de la Cruz and the 21st edition of Festivalito La Palma.

DOCanarias features cultural discussions such as the X Foro AfroLatam, which examines reality cinema from a Global South perspective. The festival also includes educational components like the EducaDoc program and workshops on documentary distribution strategies.

Festivalito La Palma has introduced the Cinerama Canarias Awards to distinguish local Canary Islands productions from foreign films shot in the archipelago. Recent award recipients include Kira Miró for Best Canary Female Performance, Aurelio Carnero for the ‘Cinematographic Initiative’ award, and filmmaker Tatiana Huezo, who received the Personal Narrative Prize.

## Claims

- The 21st edition of Festivalito La Palma has launched. (single source)
- The Cinerama Canarias Awards distinguish between Canary Islands productions and foreign productions filmed in the region. (single source)
- Kira Miró won the award for Best Canary Female Performance for the film ‘Solos’. (single source)
- Aurelio Carnero received the ‘Cinematographic Initiative’ award at DOCanarias. (single source)
- The film ‘La Berma’ by Agustín Domínguez is making its absolute premiere at the festival. (single source)
- Filmmaker Tatiana Huezo was awarded the Personal Narrative Prize at DOCanarias. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-10: Canary Islands host major film festivals and awards ceremonies

The Canary Islands are hosting major film events, including the 21st Festivalito La Palma and the DOCanarias documentary festival, featuring awards for Kira Miró, Aurelio Carnero, and Tatiana Huezo.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/canary-islands-host-major-film-festivals-and-awards-ceremonies

### 2026-09-04: DOCanarias Film Festival held in Puerto de la Cruz

The DOCanarias International Reality Film Festival is taking place in Puerto de la Cruz from September 8 to 12, featuring documentary screenings, educational programs, and distribution workshops.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/docanarias-film-festival-held-in-puerto-de-la-cruz

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