Gran Canaria Convention Bureau

Gran Canaria Game Island Week
2025-12-12 - 2025-12-14 | Institución Ferial de Canarias (INFECAR), Av. de la Feria, 1, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Las Palmas, 35012, España
Gran Canaria is establishing itself as a key meeting point for creative and technological talent in the world of video games. This event brings together professionals, students and gaming enthusiasts for a day designed to inspire, connect and discover the many opportunities offered by this rapidly growing industry. Through specialised talks, real-life experiences and a round table discussion focused on the challenges and possibilities of the sector on the island, attendees will be able to explore career paths, learn about creative processes and get closer to the reality of video game development from a unique environment such as Gran Canaria. The gaming industry awaits you in Gran Canaria!

Planeta Gran Canaria
2025-12-26 - 2026-01-04 | Institución Ferial de Canarias (INFECAR), Av. de la Feria, 1, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Las Palmas, 35012, España
Planeta Gran Canaria is the family festival par excellence, which in its 25th edition continues to offer a wide variety of fun and educational activities designed for the enjoyment of the whole family.
Since its creation, this event has been a unique space for fun, illusion and fantasy, designed for families in Gran Canaria to enjoy educational leisure time together during Christmas.

II Congreso Internacional de Animación, Efectos Visuales y Nuevos Media - MD CANARIAS
2026-02-06 - 2026-02-07 | Palacio de Congresos de Canarias – Auditorio Alfredo Kraus, Ctra. del Rincón, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Las Palmas, 35010, España
On 6 and 7 February, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria will host the 2nd International Congress on Animation, Visual Effects and New Media, organised by Mundos Digitales.
Conferences and workshops on project development, technological advances, visual effects production, hashtag#3D animation, virtual reality, augmented reality, hashtag#video games, artificial intelligence… Given by some of the best professionals and creatives in the animation, VFX and digital technology sector.
And also, a “Coffee with” the animation director and filmmaker Abraham López Guerrero, an exclusive meeting to enjoy a coffee while sharing ideas, resolving doubts and learning from an expert in a relaxed setting. Limited capacity!

Data Management Summit Tour Canarias 2026
2026-04-09 | Institución Ferial de Canarias (INFECAR), Av. de la Feria, 1, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Las Palmas, 35012, España

Global Sustainable Islands Summit 2026
2026-04-20 - 2026-04-22 | Expomeloneras, Plaza de las Convenciones, Maspalomas, Las Palmas, 35100, España
Co-hosted with the Cabildo de Gran Canaria, the Global Sustainable Islands Summit is the premier international forum for addressing sustainable development in island communities. In May 2024, the Summit was successfully hosted in Prince Edward Island, Canada. In 2025 the event was hosted by St. Kitts & Nevis and brought the focus to the Caribbean. Now, it will be held in Gran Canaria, a strategic hub for sustainability in Europe, the Canary Islands, and the wider Macaronesia region.
The 2026 Global Sustainable Islands Summit provides a platform for high-level dialogue, knowledge exchange, and practical collaboration among leaders, policymakers, sustainability experts, and global stakeholders.

53 Congreso Nacional de Dermatología y Venereología
2026-05-20 - 2026-05-23 | Expomeloneras, Plaza de las Convenciones, Maspalomas, Las Palmas, 35100, España
The AEDV National Congress serves as the focal point for Spanish dermatology: a forum for advancing scientific research, sharing knowledge and strengthening collaboration among professionals.
Driven by a firm commitment to continuing professional development and the dissemination of scientific knowledge, the congress shapes the future of dermatology and reinforces the spirit of a united and constantly evolving community.

XV Congreso Nacional de la Sociedad Española de Electromedicina e Ingeniería Clínica (SEEIC)
2026-05-27 - 2026-05-29 | Palacio de Congresos de Canarias – Auditorio Alfredo Kraus, Ctra. del Rincón, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Las Palmas, 35010, España
It is an honor and a privilege to welcome you to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, host city of the National Congress of the Spanish Society of Electromedicine and Clinical Engineering (SEEIC) 2026, an event that consolidates its role as a leading forum for the exchange of knowledge, experiences, and advances in the field of healthcare technology and clinical engineering in our country.
The healthcare system is currently facing a scenario of profound transformation, in which the incorporation of new technologies must place the patient at the center of innovation, while at the same time ensuring safety, quality of care, efficiency, and sustainability. The constant evolution of medical devices, clinical processes, and management models requires a joint and rigorous reflection by all stakeholders involved.
In this context, the SEEIC 2026 Congress is conceived as a space for analysis and debate aimed at addressing the main challenges and opportunities of innovation in healthcare technology, from a comprehensive perspective encompassing products, processes, and management. Throughout the different sessions, special attention will be given to the management of healthcare technology throughout its entire life cycle, promoting models that support data-driven decision-making, cost-effectiveness, and the sustainability of the healthcare system.
The scientific program will pay particular attention to the sustainability and economic efficiency of healthcare technology, as well as to the need to advance the professionalization of Electromedicine and Clinical Engineering, strengthening competencies, leadership, and recognition of the strategic value of these professional profiles within healthcare organizations. Likewise, issues related to standardization, technovigilance, and the regulatory framework will be addressed as key elements to ensure quality, patient safety, and compliance with current regulatory requirements.
Digital transformation will also occupy a prominent place, analyzing the role of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) in healthcare technology, systems interoperability, the use of artificial intelligence, advanced data management, and the cybersecurity of connected medical devices, as fundamental drivers for improving health outcomes.
SEEIC 2026 actively encourages the participation of clinical engineers, senior electromedical technicians, healthcare professionals, researchers, students, and companies in the sector, promoting a collaborative environment in which scientific communications and practical experiences contribute to the real transfer of knowledge to the healthcare system.

Seatrade Cruise Med
2026-09-16 - 2026-09-17 | Puerto de Cruceros de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
The Mediterranean consistently ranks as the world’s second most-popular cruising destination with MedCruise ports recording almost 36m passenger movements in 2024 – a 9% year-on-year increase. In terms of cruise calls, there were 15.8k across the Mediterranean and adjoining seas last year. More than 50% of the new cruise ships delivering in 2026 will debut in the Mediterranean. Luxury cruise deployment in the Mediterranean has surged by 50% over two years, and the Atlantic Islands are also showing strong growth. It is against this backdrop that Seatrade Cruise Med 2026 returns focussing fully on this dynamic cruising arena.

Canarias Destino Startup
2026-10-07 - 2026-10-09 | Palacio de Congresos de Canarias – Auditorio Alfredo Kraus, Ctra. del Rincón, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Las Palmas, 35010, España
The largest national event for entrepreneurship and innovation in the Canary Islands, where you can find the main players in the ecosystem: Canary Islands startups and SMEs, entrepreneurial initiatives from the archipelago, organizations of interest, and investors from across the country.
The next edition of Canarias Destino Startup returns in a fair format with stands for startups, entities, and companies, as well as talks and roundtable discussions.
In 2026, we will celebrate our fourth edition, with the aim of continuing to boost the innovative business ecosystem in the Canary Islands to attract investment, position the Canary Islands as a startup hub, consolidate local innovative initiatives as benchmark models, and strengthen the support network among women entrepreneurs.

71 Congreso de la Sociedad Española de Farmacia Hospitalaria (SEFH)
2026-10-21 - 2026-10-23 | Expomeloneras, Plaza de las Convenciones, Maspalomas, Las Palmas, 35100, España
It is an honour to welcome you to the 71st Congress of the Spanish Society of Hospital Pharmacy (SEFH), to be held in Gran Canaria from 21 to 23 October 2026.
Under the theme ‘From science to the patient: healthcare without barriers’, we invite you to reflect, share and move forward together on the present and future challenges facing our speciality. Once again, this congress aims to be a space for collective learning, inspiration and professional growth, where we can explore new opportunities and continue to build a Hospital Pharmacy that is stronger, more innovative and more attuned to the needs of our patients.
Gran Canaria is a unique, diverse and open island, a natural meeting point for cultures and knowledge. Its tradition of hospitality, its scientific dynamism and its welcoming spirit make it an exceptional venue for hosting our congress and, together, shaping the future of Hospital Pharmacy.
We encourage you to take part in the 71st Congress of the Spanish Society of Hospital Pharmacy, an event designed to share experiences, strengthen ties and continue to promote the excellence of our profession together.

XLII Congreso de la Sociedad Española de Ciencias Fisiológicas
2026-11-18 - 2026-11-20 | Paraninfo – ULPGC
**The 42nd Congress of the Spanish Society of Physiological Sciences** will take place in **Las Palmas de Gran Canaria** on **18, 19 and 20 November 2026**. This new edition represents both a renewed opportunity and an exciting challenge for the Organising Committee, which is committed to maintaining the high scientific standards and active participation that have characterised our meetings in recent years.
The Congress will once again provide a unique forum for the exchange of knowledge across the basic, translational and clinical fields of Physiological Sciences. We aim for these sessions to foster interdisciplinary dialogue, encourage new collaborations between national and international research groups, and serve as a platform for presenting innovative research that contributes to the advancement of our discipline.
The scientific programme will address the most current topics in Physiology through thematic symposia, oral communications and poster sessions reflecting the diversity and excellence of our field. Without doubt, the true success of the Congress will depend on your presence and active participation, sharing results, exchanging ideas and working together to shape the future of Physiology.
The sessions will take place in the exceptional setting of **Las Palmas de Gran Canaria**, a city open to the Atlantic and a bridge between continents, offering an outstanding environment for both scientific exchange and personal interaction. Moreover, this venue holds special significance for our community: we will gather in the city where the eminent physiologist **Dr Juan Negrín** was born, a key figure in the development of modern Physiology in Spain and an internationally recognised scholar for his outstanding academic and scientific achievements.
Mindful of this legacy, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is preparing to welcome leading experts in national and international physiology, with the aim of honouring Dr Negrín’s memory through the pursuit of knowledge, scientific excellence and collaboration—the very principles that defined his career. We are confident that this Congress will not only provide a forum of the highest academic standard, but will also serve as a source of inspiration and a tribute to our shared scientific heritage.
