The first historical reference to the carnival dates back to the 15th century. In 1574, a masked and costume ball was organized at the home of the local dignitary Pedro Leon. Masked balls continued to be popular during the following centuries but the Las Palmas carnival took a giant leap in the 19th century when various dancing and entertainment parties were organized around the city center.
The Las Palmas carnival has been celebrated as a big street carnival with costume parades since 1976. The focal point of the Las Palmas carnival is Parque Santa Catalina, a big and busy park in the heart of the bustling Santa Catalina district between the harbor Puerto de la Luz and the Playa de las Canteras.
Election of the Queen of the Carnival 2011.
