This year's edition of MMT FEST officially kicked off with an exclusive experience named 'NOMAD by MMT', held at Sala Scala Gran Canaria. The event brought together guests, artists, and participants of the International Singers Contest for an evening where music, gastronomy, and performance were the central themes.
During the evening, NOMAD was unveiled, the new immersive show by Sala Scala, which premiered on May 28th. This production aims to explore the rich culture of the Canary Islands and its historical connections with Europe, Africa, and America through various artistic disciplines and a remarkable staging.
The contestants for the MMT 2026 International Singers Contest were a focal point, delivering their initial performances to the audience. Artists on stage included Zac Costa (Cuba), Zektor (Venezuela), Paula Trejo (Gran Canaria), Runa (Barcelona), Natalia Bracho (Málaga), Jorge del Hierro (San Roque, Cádiz), Ruenda (Palma de Mallorca), Harley Kusa (Belgium), Laura Bera (Asturias), IAM Campillo (Madrid), and Tina Cruz (Colombia), highlighting the festival's international character.
Attendees had the opportunity to participate in a special vote, offering initial feedback to the artists before the grand finale scheduled for Saturday.
The event was attended by public figures such as the mayor of San Bartolomé de Tirajana, Marco Aurelio Pérez; the president of MMT FEST, Arno Richartz; and communicator Torito, who shared the evening with participants and guests.
The performance by Drea Elis, winner of the Music Meets Tourism 2025 Singers Contest, was one of the most applauded moments. The artist performed her single 'No era amor', recorded with the festival.
With this opening gala, MMT FEST 2026 ushers in five days of cultural programming in Maspalomas Costa Canaria. The schedule continues this Thursday with the MMT AwARds 2026, a charity gala featuring performances by Paloma San Basilio, Oli P, Luis Muñoz, Drea Elis, and a special representation from the NOMAD show.
Friday will host the MMT Fashion Show, showcasing creations by designers such as María Lafuente, José Perea, Mado Vigarok, and Beatriz Hernández, alongside Raysadot Couture. The day will conclude with the DJ’s Battle, featuring national and international talents including Sofía Cristo, DJ Valdi, Pablo Morillo, Juani Reyes, Arthurman, and Antonio Boada.
Saturday will be dedicated to the grand finale of the MMT 2026 International Singers Contest, complemented by performances from J Kbello and the duo LucyCalys and Tony Grox.
The festival's closing on Sunday will feature a grand multi-concert gathering artists like Juan Magán, Cascada, Soraya, Bombai, Nancys Rubias, Sabrina, Divas, Ledes Díaz, Drea Elis, and the winner of the singers contest, solidifying an edition that aims to be the most ambitious in the festival's history.
