Gran Tarajal Prepares for Arena Negra Festival 2026
The Arena Negra Festival will return to Gran Tarajal on 6 and 7 November, featuring a lineup of national and international artists. Local actress Mariam Hernández will host the event, with DJ and broadcaster Óscar Martínez leading the music throughout each night.
The schedule for Friday, 6 November, kicks off at 20:00 with Merche, followed by Rosana at 22:00. Álvaro de Luna will perform at midnight, and Juan Magán will close the night at 01:45. Martínez will start the evening at 19:30, manage transitions between acts, and end with a DJ set.
On Saturday, 7 November, Los Secretos will open at 20:00, followed by Luis Fonsi at 22:00. Delaossa will take the stage at midnight, followed by Lauta at 01:45. As on Friday, Martínez begins at 19:30, guiding the night’s performances and wrapping things up musically.
Hernández, born in Puerto del Rosario, has an impressive two-decade career in film and television, with roles in popular series such as El Comisario and Amar es para siempre, as well as films like Seis puntos sobre Emma and Vientos de La Habana. She has also hosted various TV and radio programmes.
Óscar Martínez has significant experience as a DJ, often performing at major events, including the LOS40 Music Awards and LOS40 Primavera Pop. His energetic sets combine urban, electronic, and pop music.
The festival’s musical programming will also feature daytime performances on Saturday from Andrea Rodríguez and Banda del Trópico, Kilombo Improvisado, NIA, ContraVentura, and Timbeque.
Organised by the Cabildo of Fuerteventura, the Arena Negra Festival receives support from the Government of the Canary Islands, the Tuineje Town Hall, Cajasiete, and the Asociación La Gavia.
