The multicultural event also features parallel activities such as exhibitions, an artistic residency, workshops, routes, and environmental and social awareness initiatives.
From 17 to 21 September, the municipality of Los Silos in northern Tenerife will host the 18th edition of the Boreal Festival, a multicultural gathering noteworthy in Spain for its eco-sustainable nature, diversity, and social commitment.
Over these days, 21 musical acts from Europe, America, Africa, and Asia will come to life, along with a significant representation from the Canary Islands.
International acts include Angola’s Pongo, Guatemala’s Sara Curruchich, Mexico’s Girl Ultra, Italy’s La Niña, Colombia’s Laura Pérez and La Valentina, along with local bands such as Kumbia Boruka and New Regency Orchestra. Additionally, five prominent names from the Canarian music scene will perform: Cristina Mahelo, Lula Mora, Isa Izquierdo & MVBA, OM Domínguez, and Nuria Herrero.
The line-up introduces national artists like Califato 3/4, flamenco singer Israel Fernández, Lapili, La Otra & Jhana Beat, Pablopablo, Carmen Xía, and Matah & Chalart58, finalising a programme that reflects the cultural richness and plurality of musical genres defining the Boreal’s identity.
The schedule for musical performances is as follows: on Friday 19 September, the Los Silos Stage will host Cristina Mahelo (18:30), Israel Fernández (19:45), Om Domínguez (21:15), Califato ¾ (22:45), and Lapili (00:45), together with DJ Juana la Cubana (1:45).
In parallel, the Canarias Stage will welcome La Otra and Jhana Beat (17:00), La Valentina (18:15), Isa Izquierdo & MVBA (19:15), La Niña (20:45), and Girl Ultra (22:15). The Convento Stage will feature Nuria Herrero (16:00) and DJ Andee (20:00) at the DJ Stage.
On Saturday 20 September, Pablopablo (18:15), Sara Curruchich (19:45), Pongo (21:15), Kumbia Boruka (23:00), and New Regency Orchestra (00:45) will take centre stage at Los Silos. The closing DJ session will be by Eva Olvido (2:00). The Canarias Stage will showcase Lula Mora (15:30), Carmen Xía (17:00), Matah & Chalart58 (20:00), and La Cangreja (22:00), while the Convento Stage features singer-songwriter Laura Pérez (13:00). DJ Andee (20:00) will return for another set at the DJ Stage.
Additionally, the event will offer parallel activities such as exhibitions, an artistic residency, workshops, routes, and environmental and social awareness initiatives, maintaining its essence as a sustainable festival that values the natural environment, local culture, and global coexistence. The timings for these parallel programmes can be found on the festival’s website: www.festivalboreal.org/ and its social media channels.
Boreal: A Tourist Attraction for the Low Island
The Boreal Festival has established itself as a major cultural and tourist driver in Tenerife. With a multidisciplinary format that includes music, urban art, gastronomy, eco-markets, and workshops, this eco-festival attracts thousands of visitors from other islands in the archipelago each year. Its location—set within a rural and heritage environment designated as a Site of Cultural Interest—provides islanders with an authentic and diverse experience that complements the usual sun and beach offerings, promoting internal mobility and valuing northern Tenerife.
This rich offering is embedded in a festival model where sustainability, accessibility, and gender equality are fundamental pillars, earning it accolades such as the Fest Award for diversity and equality. Thus, it positions itself not only as a cultural destination but as a pioneering and responsible reference event.
The Boreal Festival attracts not only Canarian residents and national tourists but also projects an international image as an example of cultural and sustainable tourism. Its focus on environmental awareness, circular economy, and decentralisation of culture deserves its reputation as a “boutique festival” and a model reference, turning Los Silos into a hub for active and intercultural tourism. Valued as an enriching, conscious, and welcoming experience, Boreal enhances Tenerife’s appeal as a destination beyond sun and sea, capturing the attention of travellers interested in a comprehensive and sustainable offering.
The Boreal Festival is organised by Folelé Producciones, with the collaboration of the Los Silos Town Council and sponsorship from the Government of the Canary Islands through Promotur Turismo Canarias. It is a project supported by the Department of Culture and the Canarian Institute of Cultural Development (ICDC), as well as the Ministry of Ecological Transition of the Canary Government, the Insular Council of Tenerife through the Department of Culture, and the Ministry of Culture of the Spanish Government. Additional support comes from Juventudcanaria.com via the IDEO Foundation, alongside the Social Action department of the Tenerife Council through Sinpromi. Other organisations, entities, and companies like Fundación Sgae, Casa África, CoordinaCanarias, and Fundación ‘la Caixa’ through CaixaBank are also collaborators.
