Chayanne to Headline Tenerife Cook Music Fest 2026
The lineup for the Tenerife Cook Music Fest 2026 is taking shape with a headline act of the highest caliber: Chayanne. The Puerto Rican singer will return to the island next summer after an 18-year absence from Tenerife. Tickets for the festival go on sale tomorrow, Tuesday, December 2nd.
A Long-Awaited Return
Elmer Figueroa, affectionately known on social media as “the father of all Latin America,” last performed for his Tenerife audience at the Santa Cruz de Tenerife Carnival in 2008. His appearance at the Tenerife Cook Music Fest is scheduled for July 17th of next year, marking the fifth anniversary of a festival that has established itself each summer as one of the most significant musical events in the Canary Islands.
An Iconic Performer
Considered one of the most influential and beloved artists in Latin music, Chayanne has defined generations with hits like “Torero,” “Salomé,” and “Dejaría Todo.” His charisma, boundless energy on stage, and powerful connection with the audience promise one of the most anticipated concerts of the summer of 2026, set to draw thousands of fans.
A Festival in Full Swing
This announcement comes in a pivotal year for the festival. The Tenerife Cook Music Fest celebrates its fifth edition firmly established as one of the archipelago’s premier cultural events, seamlessly blending music, gastronomy, local identity, and international appeal. Following a 2025 edition that attracted over 60,000 attendees, the festival is doubling down on its commitment to sustainability, Canarian cuisine, local commerce, and creating top-tier cultural experiences.
How to Get Tickets
After a presale that saw 5,000 tickets snapped up in just a few hours, the organizers have confirmed that general sales will begin on Tuesday, December 2nd at 12:00 PM, exclusively through the event’s official website: www.cookmusicfest.es. The festival enjoys the support of the Santa Cruz de Tenerife City Council, Turismo de Tenerife, Islas Canarias – Latitud de Vida, and the Government of the Canary Islands, cementing its status as an unmissable date on the islands’ cultural calendar.
