On May 30, 1983, the Canarian government sat for the first time. This marked an important date – before then, the Canary Islands had been ruled directly by Spain.
You may notice locals wearing traditional Canarian clothing, designed to protect the wearer from the sun. Many dishes are also enjoyed on this day – fish stew, meat stew and of course, wine.
Every major town on the islands will hold a celebration to mark the day. Do note that some businesses will be closed. Banks, offices and post offices will almost certainly be closed. Hotels and restaurants in tourist areas will continue to operate as normal. Buses operate a Sunday service.
See the other “fiestas” or public holidays observed in the Canary Islands here.
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