The romería season near El Médano typically opens in July with two smaller fiestas on the same weekend: Los Blanquitos in Granadilla de Abona, and Los Olivos in Adeje.
When
📅 Mid-July (exact date varies year to year — check our full romería guide closer to the time)
What to expect
Both are low-key, early-season romerías — a gentler start to the calendar than the bigger September fiestas, with smaller crowds and a relaxed, local atmosphere. We don’t have specific standout details documented for either beyond the traditional format (decorated carts, traditional dress, folk music, wine and gofio along the route) — if you’ve been to either and there’s something distinctive worth mentioning, let us know and we’ll update this post.
What to bring
- Comfortable, stainable clothing
- Sun protection and water — July in the south of Tenerife is hot
- Cash for stalls
What time to arrive
Expect the usual midday start, typical of Canarian romerías generally.
Parking
Both are small-scale local fiestas — park centrally in either village before the route closes to traffic.
Granadilla de Abona is a short drive from El Médano; Adeje is roughly 30-40 minutes away. See our full guide to romerías near El Médano, and book your stay at The Tree House Hostel.
