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18.06.2024 - 09:11 / breakingtravelnews.com / Ed Sheeran
Tenerife, the largest and most diverse of Spain’s Canary Islands, has lined up an exciting calendar of diverse music concerts that visitors should not miss this summer. From Ed Sheeran to reggaeton and bachata, visitors to the island these warm months will have the opportunity to dance the night away with the best music and with the island’s magical sunsets as backdrop.
The location of Tenerife in the north Atlantic – just under a four-and-a-half-hour flight from the UK – has historically made it a crossroads of cultures, a trait that is reflected in this year’s dynamic music scene.
Here are the top music events not to miss in sunny Tenerife this year:
Ed Sheeran – Santa Cruz (29 June)
As part of his 2024 Mathematics Tour, global music sensation, Ed Sheeran, will be performing a show in Santa Cruz at the end of this month. Inspired by the unique names of his albums (+, -, x, ÷, =), the Mathematics Tour will be taking over the Heliodoro Stadium in Tenerife’s capital of Santa Cruz on 29 June. The British singer, known for his soulful voice and compelling lyrics, will perform hits from his extensive repertoire, including hits like ‘Perfect’ and ‘Thinking Out Loud’ as well as tracks from his latest album, ‘Autumn Variations’. Ed Sheeran also has a song called ‘Tenerife Sea’ dedicated to the island, as he’s a big Tenerife fan.
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Ed Sheerans Mathematics Tour (webtenerife.co.uk)
Siam Night – (2 July - 1 August)
This summer, Siam Park will transform from a water wonderland by day into a tropical party paradise by night. Located in Costa Adeje, the iconic water park is known for its Thai-inspired architecture, twisting water slides and relaxing lazy river. During Siam Night, guests will get the chance to experience the park after dark, complete with an in-house DJ, spectacular light shows and daring pyrotechnic displays.
https://siampark.net/siam-night
Myke Towers – Santa Cruz (6 July)
Calling all reggaeton lovers: Myke Towers will be bringing the tropical sounds of the Caribbean to Tenerife on 6 July. The rapper/singer, hailing from the small island of Puerto Rico, is known for his dynamic flow and chart-topping hits such as ‘LALA’ and ‘La Falda’. His unique style features a fusion of Latin and urban genres which have seen him rise to prominence in the Latin music scene. The Tenerife concert at the Recinto Ferial de Santa Cruz is part of Myke Towers’ highly anticipated Europe tour, which has been met with rave reviews and sold-out venues.
https://farra.world/entradas/myke-towers/
Cook Music Fest – Santa Cruz (19-20 July)
Mixing food and music is a recipe for fiesta as shown by the Cook Music Fest, taking place in Santa Cruz at the end of July. With the lineup featuring the likes of Colombian pop
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