The Romería in honour of San Roque in Garachico (or San Roque Pilgrimage) is one of those events which takes place on the same date each year, 16 August, irrespective of the day of the week and has done so since the 17th Century. At one o'clock in the afternoon, the municipal band, herds of livestock, street musicians and paraders journey through the streets to lead the figure of San Roque to the chapel. At the same time, the fishermen in Garachico embark on their own ocean pilgrimage, taking the saint along the coastline on their boats. This celebration has been declared a Festival of National Tourist Interest.
Romería de San Roque Garachico | 2018
Tenerife bus operator, TITSA, are increasing services on their Puerto de la Cruz - Buenavista service (Route 363) between 09:30 and 23:00 for revelers to get to and from the fiesta. If the roads get blocked by traffic jams, the TF-42 road will be closed to general traffic, except for public transport vehicles and goods, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm and from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. This way, travelling by bus will be the faster option.
Also on the traditional Romería schedule for this weekend are the Romería Barquera (procession on boats) in honor of San Casiano in Las Galletas.
Arguayo Crafts Fair
The 38th edition of the Feria de Artesanía Popular Santiago del Teide (Santiago del Teide Popular Crafts Fair) is taking place on Sunday 18 August from 10:00 to 18:30 in the Parque Las Eras in Arguayo with local products such as ceramics, crochet, metalwork, woodwork, basketry, openwork, pottery, handicrafts. According to the program there will also be traditional sports and games, photography and painting, as well as music.
Also on Sunday 18 August, from 9am to 9pm, is the Feria de Artesanía de La Guancha 2019 (La Guancha Crafts Fair 2019).
