Las Palmas Carnival: 22 Aspirants to Compete for Queen and Grand Dame

A total of 9 girls and 3 boys will vie for the Children's Throne, while 13 candidates will showcase their designs for the Senior Grand Dame crown in the 'Music' themed carnival.

Generic image of an abstract explosion of colors and shapes evoking music and celebration, with hints of confetti and masks, in a Canarias-inspired palette.
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Generic image of an abstract explosion of colors and shapes evoking music and celebration, with hints of confetti and masks, in a Canarias-inspired palette.

A total of 22 aspirants, 12 for the Children's Throne and 13 for the Grand Dame, will compete to be part of the court of the Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Carnival under the theme 'Music'.

The Carnival of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria now knows the number of aspirants who will seek a place in the carnival court. Specifically, 9 girls and 3 boys will present their costumes on stage for the 'Music' Carnival, while 13 candidates will showcase their designs to win the senior crown of the capital's festivities.
This was announced by the area's councilor, Héctor Alemán, along with artistic director Josué Quevedo, after a meeting held on Thursday afternoon at the Palacete Rodríguez Quegles with the designers who have chosen to present their fantasies for the upcoming edition of the festival. The theme will be 'Music' and it will take place from January 22 to February 28, 2026.
Both celebrated with those present the great reception these two calls have had, shared impressions, and highlighted the creative talent behind these events in the carnival program. Alemán and Quevedo also acknowledged the effort and dedication of the designers, who work for months creating their proposals.
In the festive calendar for the upcoming Carnival, the Children's Throne gala will take place on Sunday, January 31, while the election of the Grand Dame will be on Friday, February 5.
Based on information from the official source: Ayuntamiento de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (13/11/2026)