# Traditional craft and cultural events in Canary Islands

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/traditional-craft-and-cultural-events-in-canary-islands
> Updated: 2026-09-04T23:00:00.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 3.

Cultural events in the Canary Islands continue to focus on the preservation of traditional crafts and regional heritage through various fairs and meetings.

In La Palma, the ‘Punto y Clave’ International Meeting of Versadores brings together performers from La Palma and Cuba for artistic improvisation. Concurrently, the 37th Insular Craft Fair in Tazacorte showcases 48 traditional crafts and local agri-food products, including cheese, wine, and honey.

The XLI Pinolere Craft Fair in La Orotava, held from September 4 to 6, centers on the historical importance of woodworking for construction, household items, and agricultural tools. Inaugurated by regional leaders including President Fernando Clavijo and Cabildo President Rosa Dávila, the event features approximately 200 artisans and includes workshops, musical performances, and gastronomic spaces. Notable honors included the ‘Cho Feriante de Honor 2026’ awarded to Manuel Hernández Domínguez, the Liceo de Taoro, and Transportes Paluper.

Additionally, the 37th Lanzarote Craft Fair is scheduled for September 10 to 15 in Mancha Blanca, Tinajo. This edition focuses on traditional hats and sombreros made from local vegetable fibers, featuring over 100 participants, including artisans from the archipelago and six guests from Uruguay. The fair will include the ‘La Herencia en las manos’ initiative, where veteran artisans perform live demonstrations to facilitate the transfer of ancestral techniques.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-04: Pinolere hosts 41st Canary Islands craftsmanship fair

The 41st Pinolere Fair in La Orotava celebrates Canary Islands craftsmanship, featuring 200 artisans with a special focus on woodworking and regional cultural heritage.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pinolere-hosts-41st-canary-islands-craftsmanship-fair

### 2026-08-20: Canary Islands to host major traditional craft fairs

The Canary Islands will host two major craft fairs in September: Lanzarote’s event focuses on traditional vegetable fiber hats, while Pinolere’s fair highlights woodworking and regional heritage.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/canary-islands-to-host-major-traditional-craft-fairs

### 2026-08-11: La Palma hosts international poetry meeting and craft fair

La Palma will host the ‘Punto y Clave’ international poetic improvisation meeting and the 37th Insular Craft Fair to celebrate and preserve the island's cultural and artisanal heritage.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/la-palma-hosts-international-poetry-meeting-and-craft-fair

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