From today until January 4, you can enjoy recreational and educational activities designed for the whole family
Fantasy, fun and learning characterize a leisure proposal where inclusion also has a place, with options adapted for children and young people with ASD or other special needs.
Planeta Gran Canaria opened its doors today to thousands of children who await this annual festival to enjoy dozens of educational and recreational activities, attractions and workshops where fun and leisure are guaranteed. At 10.00:XNUMX am, Infecar welcomed families who decided to come to the fairgrounds to enjoy this first day of opening.
“It is a great satisfaction to see how there is a queue to access Planeta Gran Canaria from early in the morning,” said the president of the Cabildo de Gran Canaria, Antonio Morales, who attended the inauguration of this 24th edition accompanied by Minerva Alonso, Councillor for Economic Development, Industry, Commerce and Crafts; and Natalia Santana, director of Infecar.
Together they toured the different pavilions to learn firsthand about this year's offerings, with "more than 10.000 m2 dedicated to children and more than 40 different activities in what is undoubtedly the most important space on the island to enjoy family plans during the Christmas holiday period, especially for the youngest, the boys and girls of Gran Canaria," the president also highlighted.
Many of these children have already entered the premises with packets of gofio, sugar or lentils on this first day of Planeta Gran Canaria, contributing their grain of solidarity to collaborate with the Food Bank of Las Palmas, for which a collection space has been set up.
Tickets, “ranging from 3,50 to 5 euros, allow you to stay here for a whole day enjoying yourself,” Morales stressed, and can be purchased at the box office or on the website planetagrancanaria.es, where you can also consult the full programme in detail. Children under three years of age, unemployed people, pensioners and people with disabilities can attend for free.
Activities for all ages
Planeta Desafío, one of the six major themed areas of the festival, offers outdoor activities with options for children aged 3 and up: trampolines, bumper cars and adrenaline-boosting rides; as well as more dynamic options such as the American track, paintball and traffic circuit, which combine adventure and learning.
In Pavilion 5, Planet Fun activities combine enjoyment and creativity for children aged 3 to 12. Inflatables such as The Sweeper, The Castle, Fun Characters, Giant Playroom, and Climbing Wall offer jumping and excitement for different age groups. Workshops include slime making , decorative pom-poms, paper crafts , and Christmas desserts, ideal for developing artistic, manual, and culinary skills.
And since adventures are a must at a festival like this, Pavilion 6 – Planet Adventure – is dedicated to activities perfect for families: the Giant Games Playroom offers intergenerational fun in an obstacle-free space, while the interactive show 'The Adventures of Acce and Sible' encourages singing, jumping, and laughing together. In addition, the science escape room organized by the DISA Foundation combines challenges and learning about renewable energy, and Isola presents the fun 'Factory of Extraordinary Nuts'. Finally, the 'I Believe in Myself with You' experience fosters connection and shared enjoyment in an unforgettable activity.
Planeta Recreo, located on the upper floor of Pavilion 7, is dedicated to activities that combine creativity, fun, and sports for different age groups. It offers workshops in face painting, lettering , character making, and hama bead crafting, allowing children to develop their imagination and creative skills. Meanwhile, the puppet theater provides a unique show and the opportunity to create your own characters. The bike circuits teach traffic rules in a playful way, and in Total Football, children and adults alike can enjoy exciting matches and virtual experiences.
And at the top of this same pavilion, stairs lead to Planeta Digital, offering a play area for boys and girls aged 7 to 12 who want to explore video games and develop digital skills. There is also a Planeta Recreo for the little ones; Pequelandia and the ball pool are ideal spaces for playing and stimulating motor skills, and Cancionero Isleño combines shows and workshops, bringing them closer to the songs and legends of the Canary Islands.
Finally, the Gran Canaria Congress Palace will host cultural activities ideal for the whole family, the Planet of Light and Color. The musical theatre 'El Secreto de Polichinela' offers a fun Italian comedy with masks and tricks; the parade 'El Circo de las Ilusiones' fills the streets with the joy of a classic circus show; and the family theatre 'El Príncipe Hamlet' invites you to take part in a story full of dance and music while a lost kingdom is recovered.
A unique visit, inclusive measures and a restaurant area
In addition, Planeta Gran Canaria will receive a very special visit this year, that of the popular YouTuber Timba Vk from the group Los Compas who, accompanied by his friend Mondongo, will hold an entertaining meeting with his fans on January 3 and 4 at 12.00 noon.
The festival, which incorporates measures to adapt its offerings to the needs of children and young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or other special needs, will be open until January 4, from 10:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., except for January 1, when it will only be open in the afternoon, and December 31, when it will be closed. It also features a diverse range of food options, including cafes and food trucks.
Planeta Gran Canaria is promoted and financed by the Cabildo of Gran Canaria, and organized by Infecar, Feria de Gran Canaria. It is also sponsored by the Disa Foundation, Isola, El Corte Inglés, and with the collaboration of Cajasiete, the Food Bank of Las Palmas, the Chamber of Commerce of Gran Canaria and El Paraguas Events.
