About this event
Tenerife Peñón Fest 2026 takes place on Friday, 23 October and Saturday, 24 October 2026 at the expanded Palmetum parking venue in Santa Cruz de Tenerife. The ninth edition brings two days of Spanish indie, pop-rock, alternative music, food trucks, and oceanfront festival energy to the Canary Islands capital.The 2026 line-up includes Loquillo, Amaia, La La Love You, Pignoise, Biznaga, Maika Makovski, Carlos Sadness, Melifluo, Postcode and San Tosielo. Set close to the Palmetum botanical garden and the waterfront, Tenerife Peñón Fest combines major Spanish music names with the warm October weather, city culture, and dramatic landscapes of Tenerife."For island travelers, Peñón Fest is a reason to experience Santa Cruz beyond Carnival season."The Story of Tenerife Peñón FestFrom Humble Beginnings to a Musical InstitutionTenerife Peñón Fest 2026 is the festival’s ninth edition. The venue has been expanded for 2026, offering more music, more artists, a larger food-truck area, and additional cultural activities during the week leading up to the main festival days.The confirmed dates are:Friday, 23 October 2026Saturday, 24 October 2026The festival takes place at:Palmetum parking areaAvenida de la Constitución, 5Santa Cruz de TenerifeTenerife, Canary Islands, SpainThe 2026 ExperienceA Two-Day Celebration of Spanish MusicThe 2026 Tenerife Peñón Fest programme features 10 artists across two days."Set close to the Palmetum botanical garden and the waterfront, Tenerife Peñón Fest combines major Spanish music names with the warm October weather, city culture, and dramatic landscapes of Tenerife."Friday, 23 October 2026:LoquilloPignoiseMaika MakovskiPostcodeBiznagaSaturday, 24 October 2026:AmaiaMelifluoLa La Love YouCarlos SadnessSan TosieloInto the PalmetumAn Urban Oasis TransformedTenerife Peñón Fest takes place beside the Palmetum, a botanical garden created on a former landfill site near Santa Cruz’s waterfront. The location is distinctive because it combines:Festival spaceAtlantic Ocean settingUrban Santa Cruz locationViews toward the portNearby botanical gardensEasy access from central hotelsPublic transport connectionsA warm October climateThe Palmetum itself contains one of Europe’s most important palm collections. If you arrive early, consider visiting the gardens before the festival begins.Everything You Need Before October 23Tickets, Travel, and AccommodationTenerife Peñón Fest offers several ticket options:Two-day general passTwo-day front-stage passFriday general ticketFriday front-stage ticketSaturday general ticketSaturday front-stage ticketTickets are available through:Tenerife Peñón Fest official websiteTicketyTomaticketOfficial authorised ticket partnersBook early if you want a front-stage ticket or plan to attend on Saturday. The line-up featuring Amaia, La La Love You, and Carlos Sadness may create particularly high demand.Before purchasing, check:Entry dateGeneral or front-stage accessAge policyTicket-transfer conditionsRefund rulesEntry timeFestival wristband collectionAccessibility optionsFood and drink policyThe Sweetest Month for Peñón FestOctober in Santa CruzOctober in Santa Cruz is usually warm during the afternoon, but coastal evenings can become breezy. Wear:Comfortable trainersLight festival clothingOvershirt, jacket or hoodieSmall crossbody bagSunglassesSunscreenPortable chargerReusable water bottle if permittedEarplugsPhoto IDAvoid uncomfortable shoes. You may stand and dance for several hours.Frequently Asked QuestionsThe Things People Always Want to KnowWhen is Tenerife Peñón Fest 2026?Tenerife Peñón Fest takes place on Friday, 23 October and Saturday, 24 October 2026.Where is Tenerife Peñón Fest held?The festival is held at the expanded Palmetum parking venue in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, near Avenida de la Constitución.Who is playing Tenerife Peñón Fest 2026?The confirmed line-up includes Loquillo, Pignoise, Maika Makovski, Postcode, Biznaga, Amaia, Melifluo, La La Love You, Carlos Sadness, and San Tosielo.How much are Tenerife Peñón Fest tickets?Early two-day promotional passes started from €69. Individual day tickets have been listed from around €50, with front-stage and pass prices varying by availability.What time does Tenerife Peñón Fest start?The festival begins from approximately 4:00 p.m. on both 23 and 24 October 2026.Is Tenerife Peñón Fest suitable for visitors staying outside Santa Cruz?Yes, but Santa Cruz or La Laguna are the most convenient bases. Visitors staying in south Tenerife should arrange transport carefully, especially for late-night returns.Can I visit the Palmetum before the festival?Yes. The Palmetum botanical garden is near the festival venue and is an excellent daytime activity before the music begins.Verified Information at a GlanceEvent Name: Tenerife Peñón Fest 2026Event Category: Indie, pop-rock, alternative music and outdoor festivalConfirmed Dates: Friday, 23 October and Saturday, 24 October 2026Edition: Ninth editionVenue: Palmetum parking area, Avenida de la Constitución, 5, Santa Cruz de TenerifeFestival Start Time: Approximately 4:00 p.m.Friday Line-up: Loquillo, Pignoise, Maika Makovski, Postcode and BiznagaSaturday Line-up: Amaia, Melifluo, La La Love You, Carlos Sadness and San TosieloTicket Options: Two-day general pass, two-day front-stage pass, single-day general ticket and single-day front-stage ticketEarly Two-day Pass Price: €69 for the first 1,000 promotional passesCurrent Ticket Pricing: Varies by availability and category; individual day tickets listed from around €50Ticket Platforms: Tenerife Peñón Fest official site, Tickety, Tomaticket and authorised sellersBest For: Indie fans, pop-rock listeners, groups, couples, Canary Islands travellers and Santa Cruz city-break visitorsTravel Tip: Stay in Santa Cruz or La Laguna, book tickets early and plan your return transport before the final setChoose 23 or 24 October 2026, arrive in Santa Cruz ready for two days of island music and Atlantic energy, and let Tenerife Peñón Fest turn your autumn Canary Islands trip into a full-scale pop-rock celebration.```