Welcome to the Santa Catalina Classics 2026 festival, a unique musical event that brings together classical music lovers in the heart of Gran Canaria. This festival stands out for offering unforgettable concerts and an exceptional cultural experience for all attendees. In this edition of Santa Catalina Classics 2026, you will be able to enjoy a series of live performances by internationally renowned musicians.
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The Santa Catalina Classics 2026 concerts promise to be an impressive spectacle with a selection of outstanding musicians from all over the world. From classical pieces to contemporary compositions, each performance will be an unforgettable experience for attendees. Don't miss the events that mark the start of the cultural year at Santa Catalina Classics.
GALA CONCERT: LANG LANG
19 June 2026 20.30
The 2026 Santa Catalina Classics Gala Concert features the Lang Lang global phenomenon. In a solo recital in our historic gardens, the pianist who has redefined classical music in the 21st century will offer a direct and vibrant dialogue, showcasing the virtuosity that has taken him from Olympic ceremonies to the world's most prestigious stages.
CHAMBER CONCERT WITH PABLO SÁINZ VILLEGAS
18 September 20.00
Considered "the soul of the Spanish guitar" by The New York Times, Pablo Sáinz Villegas stars in an unforgettable event at Santa Catalina Classics. The natural successor of Andrés Segovia proposes an intimate encounter to feel the vibration of his strings a few metres away, transforming his guitar into a voice full of authenticity and roots.
CHAMBER CONCERT WITH MARIAM CHITANAVA
10 October 20.00
Pianist Mariam Chitanava, an emerging figure of the legendary Russian school, arrives at the Santa Catalina Classics 2026 concerts with a programme that combines technical power and overwhelming human sensitivity. Its "magnet effect" hypnotises the audience, offering an honest and artifice-free musical experience in the vicinity of our sitting rooms.
CHAMBER CONCERT WITH XAVIER DE MAISTRE
6 November 20.00
The Santa Catalina Classics season closes with visionary Xavier de Maistre. The harpist who broke the stereotypes of his instrument offers a show of athletic vigour and sonic mastery. A Knight of Arts and Letters, De Maistre manages to make the harp sound like a full orchestra, elevating the chamber experience to an extraordinary level.
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Barceló ReGen at Santa Catalina Classics
Committed to a more sustainable and regenerative future
From our Barceló ReGen sustainability strategy, we work towards a more responsible tourism and events programme, taking care of the places that make us happy by leaving a positive footprint on the environment and the community.
At Santa Catalina Classics, we promote concrete actions to manage, responsibly, our impact on the destination.
Responsible Consumption of Resources
• Water: Saving and awareness systems for responsible use.
• Energy: High energy efficiency equipment and daytime concerts to reduce consumption.
Sustainable Mobility
• Promotion of public transport and car sharing.
• We offer charging points for electric vehicles.
Waste Reduction
• Elimination of single-use plastics.
• Installation of recycling bins during the event.
• Use of reusable structures and materials.
Local Community Support
• Contracting of local and regional suppliers, supporting the Canarian economy and reducing the carbon footprint.
• We collaborate with local entities in solidarity initiatives.
