Santa Cruz Raises the Volume at Inaugural Latin Rhythms Carnival Gala
- The Teniente Francisco Grandi Giraud promenade -between Plaza España and the port area- hosted tonight the opening ceremony of the Santa Cruz Carnival 2026, dedicated to "Latin Rhythms",...
- Elvis Sanfiel was in charge of hosting this first event of the capital's carnival, a show directed by Daniel Pages and broadcast live through Televisión canaria for the...
- The event unfolded smoothly on a stage set up for the occasion on the Teniente Francisco Grandi Giraud promenade, through which passed, for the first time in an...
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The Teniente Francisco Grandi Giraud promenade -between Plaza España and the port area- hosted tonight the opening ceremony of the Santa Cruz Carnival 2026, dedicated to “Latin Rhythms”, while also serving for the draw of the order of participation of the candidates for Queen who will compete in the three modalities, an evening starring the 32 candidates of this edition who learned their order of appearance on stage in their galas through the draw that took place during the show, which began at 9:30 p.m.with the performance of the artist Anaé,with the collaboration of Loli Pérez and the carnival troupes.
Elvis Sanfiel was in charge of hosting this first event of the capital’s carnival, a show directed by Daniel Pages and broadcast live through Televisión canaria for the entire Archipelago, where nearly a thousand spectators gathered live to enjoy this start of the quintessential chicharrera festival.
The event unfolded smoothly on a stage set up for the occasion on the Teniente Francisco Grandi Giraud promenade, through which passed, for the first time in an opening gala, a representation of almost all of the carnival groups dressed in their costumes from the previous year. This event,in which the artist Zaida Almeida also performed,marked the start of the most international festival of Santa Cruz,with the participation of Canarian artists and the dance groups of the chicharrera carnival.
During the Inaugural Gala of the Carnival, the mayor, José manuel Bermúdez, revealed and anticipated the surprise that, in this edition, in the Queen Gala on february 11th, the renowned interpreter Manny Manuel will participate.
7. Elizabeth Beltrán correa, with the fantasy ”Saher”, by Dani and Diana Mena, representing the Arona City Council and Grupo Flipper.
8. Alexia Hernández Adrián, wearing the fantasy “Tenerife”, by Juan Carlos Armas, representing Alcampo La Laguna Shopping Center.
9. Lara Rodríguez Lorenzo,with the fantasy “Tears of Salt”,by the Los Realejos Carnival Cultural Association Nira and Arganda Lorenzo Padrón,representing Malidente SLU and Repsol Palo Blanco.
10. alianara León Hernández, who will wear “From your hell to my heaven”, by designer yosué riverol, representing the Insular Council of La Palma/Iltre. El Paso City Council.
11. Melissa Mayor Peña, adorned with “Ethereal”, by creator Ruymán Pérez Jorge, arriving on behalf of the company Hidráulica Tinerfeña S.L.
CHILD QUEEN
1.Sofía Campos Ramos, arriving with a creation titled “Bubbles of love”, by Sedormir Rodríguez de la Sierra, representing Grupo Intesa.
REINA DEL CARNAVAL
1.Sara Mateos Pérez, with “Gala Intergaláctica”, designed by David Sánchez, representing the Ayuntamiento de Los Realejos.
2. Aránzazu del Castillo Pérez, appearing with “La diosa del Olimpo”, by Sergio Rodríguez, representing the Asociación Cultural y Deportiva El Drago.
3. Janira Domínguez García, showcasing “Reina de la Jungla”, created by Antonio Sosa, representing the ayuntamiento de Tacoronte.
4. Valentina Pérez Rodríguez, presenting “Egipto”, by Miguel Ángel Rodríguez, representing the Peña Los Guanches.
5. Claudia María Morales García, with “Reina de la Ópera”, designed by Juan Luis Rodríguez, representing the Ayuntamiento de El sauzal.
6. Aitana Concepción García, appearing with “Reina de la Belle Époque”, by Luis Concepción, representing the Asociación de Vecinos La Ampliación.
7. Daniela Rodríguez Quintana, showcasing “Reina de las Mil y Una noches”, created by José Manuel Santana, representing the Ayuntamiento de la Matanza de Acentejo.
8. María José González García, presenting “Reina de la India”, by Juan Carlos González, representing the Grupo Cultural y Deportivo La Estrella.
9. Alysson Rodríguez Luque, appearing on stage with ”Zapatera a sus zapatos”, by Ángel Ramos, representing Café-Bar Los Esperanceros and García & García.
10. Lucía Álvarez Báez, with the fantasy “Mensajera”, by Jorán Torres and her team, representing E&M Gestoría Asesores SL, Sabores del Norte Canarias by Lis Peña and autolavados Caprican.
REINA DE LOS MAYORES
1. Antonia Adelaida Torres Carballo, with the creation “Deseo”, by Alfonso Baute, representing the Excmo. Ayuntamiento del puerto de la Cruz.
2. Dominga Jiménez Pérez, arriving at Carnival with the fantasy “Y llegaste tú”, by Santi castro, representing the Ilustre Ayuntamiento de Santiago del Teide.
3. María Cristina Fariña Martín, adorned with “Reina de dos mundos”, by Juan Carlos Armas, representing the Ilustre Ayuntamiento de la Villa de arafo.