Vega de San Mateo Celebrates International Day of Older Persons with Festive Gathering

Nearly 200 seniors participated in a day of music, dance, and shared moments organized by the City Council.

Generic image of a gathering of elderly people in the Canary Islands.
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Generic image of a gathering of elderly people in the Canary Islands.

The Vega de San Mateo City Council celebrated the International Day of Older Persons with a gathering that brought together nearly 200 seniors for an afternoon of music, dance, and community.

The event, filled with shared good moments, featured performances by San Antonio Norteño and Daliya Monterrey, who encouraged attendees to dance, sing, and reconnect. The occasion served to celebrate life, friendship, and the importance of creating spaces for coexistence and participation.
The City Council expressed gratitude to all participants, emphasizing its commitment to continuing to promote policies and actions aimed at the well-being of seniors. The goal is to foster active, healthy, and participatory aging, promoting coexistence, autonomy, and quality of life.
The institution highlighted that caring for older adults and recognizing their contributions are essential for building a more connected, inclusive, and humane municipality. The celebration concluded with a message of continuity to keep sharing, enjoying, and celebrating together.
Based on information from the official source: Ayuntamiento de Vega de San Mateo (02/10/2026)