Baby shortage in the Canaries
The Canaries has the lowest birth rate in Spain, according to the National Statistics Institute.
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Busy weekend ahead
Lanzarote is preparing for a busy weekend, with several big events taking place on the island.
Playa Blanca Christmas light switch-on
Yaiza Ayuntamiento are getting ready for Christmas with the official light switch-on this weekend.
Arrecife Christmas light switch-on
Arrecife Ayuntamiento have announced that their Christmas light switch-on event will take place this weekend with live music.
Christmas Toy Drive
Asolan and the Lanzarote Tourist Federation have teamed up again this year for their “No child without a toy” charity drive, in aid of Cáritas Parroquiales de Lanzarote.
Mateo and Valeria top baby names list
Mateo and Valería were the most popular baby names in the Canaries last year, according to registry reports.
Ireland is Lanzarote’s most faithful market
Ireland has overtaken Germany as Lanzarote’s second-most important tourist market of 2023.
Arrecife Christmas Market dates announced
Arrecife Ayuntamiento has announced that the Christmas market will be held in the Parque José Ramírez Cerdá for local craftspeople to sell their creations.
Playa Blanca Night Race this Saturday
The sunny southern resort of Playa Blanca is gearing up for an exciting night race this Saturday, with over 300 participants.
Rally Race road closures this Saturday
Tías Ayuntamiento has informed residents and tourists about planned road closures this Saturday due to the 44th Rallye Orvecame Lanzarote.