31 Oct 2025
Canarian Halloween: legends, caves, and local customs
Canarian Halloween: legends, caves and local customs
Perfect for connecting the international tradition of Halloween with the roots and local legends of Tenerife, highlighting the experience of living this time of year from the comfort and charm of Las Casas Tenerife.
Canarian Halloween: legends, caves and local customs
When October arrives, the spirit of mystery and ancient traditions sweeps across Tenerife. Although modern Halloween—with costumes, pumpkins, and parties—is celebrated more and more, the Canary Islands hold a heritage of legends, superstitions and local customs that give these dates a unique charm.
At Las Casas Tenerife, we invite you to discover the most enigmatic and cultural side of the island: a Halloween with its own identity, full of history, nature and magic.
🎃 From “Halloween” to “Finaos”: the Canarian version
Before Anglo-Saxon Halloween arrived in the Canaries, the islanders already had their own celebration: the Night of the Finaos.
During this night, families remembered their deceased by telling stories, eating chestnuts, almonds, honey, and drinking new wine.
The elders narrated anecdotes of those who were no longer present, the young sang and danced, and the children went from house to house asking for nuts and sweets, a custom reminiscent of “trick or treat”.
This tradition, still alive in many villages in the north, maintains the original spirit of coexistence and respect for ancestors.
👻 Legends that inhabit the island
Tenerife is full of mysterious tales passed down from generation to generation.
Among the most popular stories are:
The sea light of Anaga: an inexplicable glow that appears over the water on moonless nights. Some say these are the souls of fishermen who never returned.
The ghost of the barranco of Badajoz (Güímar): one of the best-known legends, which speaks of apparitions, beings of light and portals to other worlds.
The witches of Icod and Garachico: it is said that they danced under the moon in the caves and ravines, performing rituals with plants and fire.
The mystery of the caves of San Marcos: ancient volcanic grottos where many claim to have felt strange presences.
Exploring these places during autumn, when the weather is cooler and nights grow longer, is a different and fascinating way to get to know the island.
🕯 Cave, wine and tradition: a Halloween with local flavour
Experiencing Halloween in Tenerife can be as mysterious as it is welcoming. From your luxury villa at Las Casas Tenerife, you can organise unique experiences:
A night-time route through the villages of the north with a local guide to learn about legends and superstitions.
A private evening with new wine, chestnuts, and scary stories under the stars.
A trip to the volcanic caves of the south, where nature and history blend.
Themed decoration in your villa to enjoy an elegant Halloween, with soft lighting, ambient music and Canarian cuisine.
All this with the privacy, comfort and exclusive touch that characterises our houses.
🌌 Between the magical and the natural
Tenerife has a special energy. Its volcanic geography, trade winds and a history full of mystery make this a perfect place for those seeking a different Halloween experience, more connected to the land and traditions than to purely commercial aspects.
At this time, the landscapes are tinted with warm tones, markets offer seasonal products, and the atmosphere invites quiet evenings and stories over wine.
Experience a different Halloween with Las Casas Tenerife
Whether you prefer the modern party or the older customs, Tenerife offers you both options.
From Las Casas Tenerife, you can experience a Halloween with Canarian identity: between legends, caves, new wine and the unmistakable magical touch of the island.
Discover the other side of Halloween.
Experience the tradition, history and mystery… from the tranquillity of your villa.
Canarian Halloween: legends, caves and local customs
Perfect for connecting the international tradition of Halloween with the roots and local legends of Tenerife, highlighting the experience of living this time of year from the comfort and charm of Las Casas Tenerife.
Canarian Halloween: legends, caves and local customs
When October arrives, the spirit of mystery and ancient traditions sweeps across Tenerife. Although modern Halloween—with costumes, pumpkins, and parties—is celebrated more and more, the Canary Islands hold a heritage of legends, superstitions and local customs that give these dates a unique charm.
At Las Casas Tenerife, we invite you to discover the most enigmatic and cultural side of the island: a Halloween with its own identity, full of history, nature and magic.
🎃 From “Halloween” to “Finaos”: the Canarian version
Before Anglo-Saxon Halloween arrived in the Canaries, the islanders already had their own celebration: the Night of the Finaos.
During this night, families remembered their deceased by telling stories, eating chestnuts, almonds, honey, and drinking new wine.
The elders narrated anecdotes of those who were no longer present, the young sang and danced, and the children went from house to house asking for nuts and sweets, a custom reminiscent of “trick or treat”.
This tradition, still alive in many villages in the north, maintains the original spirit of coexistence and respect for ancestors.
👻 Legends that inhabit the island
Tenerife is full of mysterious tales passed down from generation to generation.
Among the most popular stories are:
The sea light of Anaga: an inexplicable glow that appears over the water on moonless nights. Some say these are the souls of fishermen who never returned.
The ghost of the barranco of Badajoz (Güímar): one of the best-known legends, which speaks of apparitions, beings of light and portals to other worlds.
The witches of Icod and Garachico: it is said that they danced under the moon in the caves and ravines, performing rituals with plants and fire.
The mystery of the caves of San Marcos: ancient volcanic grottos where many claim to have felt strange presences.
Exploring these places during autumn, when the weather is cooler and nights grow longer, is a different and fascinating way to get to know the island.
🕯 Cave, wine and tradition: a Halloween with local flavour
Experiencing Halloween in Tenerife can be as mysterious as it is welcoming. From your luxury villa at Las Casas Tenerife, you can organise unique experiences:
A night-time route through the villages of the north with a local guide to learn about legends and superstitions.
A private evening with new wine, chestnuts, and scary stories under the stars.
A trip to the volcanic caves of the south, where nature and history blend.
Themed decoration in your villa to enjoy an elegant Halloween, with soft lighting, ambient music and Canarian cuisine.
All this with the privacy, comfort and exclusive touch that characterises our houses.
🌌 Between the magical and the natural
Tenerife has a special energy. Its volcanic geography, trade winds and a history full of mystery make this a perfect place for those seeking a different Halloween experience, more connected to the land and traditions than to purely commercial aspects.
At this time, the landscapes are tinted with warm tones, markets offer seasonal products, and the atmosphere invites quiet evenings and stories over wine.
Experience a different Halloween with Las Casas Tenerife
Whether you prefer the modern party or the older customs, Tenerife offers you both options.
From Las Casas Tenerife, you can experience a Halloween with Canarian identity: between legends, caves, new wine and the unmistakable magical touch of the island.
Discover the other side of Halloween.
Experience the tradition, history and mystery… from the tranquillity of your villa.
Canarian Halloween: legends, caves and local customs
Perfect for connecting the international tradition of Halloween with the roots and local legends of Tenerife, highlighting the experience of living this time of year from the comfort and charm of Las Casas Tenerife.
Canarian Halloween: legends, caves and local customs
When October arrives, the spirit of mystery and ancient traditions sweeps across Tenerife. Although modern Halloween—with costumes, pumpkins, and parties—is celebrated more and more, the Canary Islands hold a heritage of legends, superstitions and local customs that give these dates a unique charm.
At Las Casas Tenerife, we invite you to discover the most enigmatic and cultural side of the island: a Halloween with its own identity, full of history, nature and magic.
🎃 From “Halloween” to “Finaos”: the Canarian version
Before Anglo-Saxon Halloween arrived in the Canaries, the islanders already had their own celebration: the Night of the Finaos.
During this night, families remembered their deceased by telling stories, eating chestnuts, almonds, honey, and drinking new wine.
The elders narrated anecdotes of those who were no longer present, the young sang and danced, and the children went from house to house asking for nuts and sweets, a custom reminiscent of “trick or treat”.
This tradition, still alive in many villages in the north, maintains the original spirit of coexistence and respect for ancestors.
👻 Legends that inhabit the island
Tenerife is full of mysterious tales passed down from generation to generation.
Among the most popular stories are:
The sea light of Anaga: an inexplicable glow that appears over the water on moonless nights. Some say these are the souls of fishermen who never returned.
The ghost of the barranco of Badajoz (Güímar): one of the best-known legends, which speaks of apparitions, beings of light and portals to other worlds.
The witches of Icod and Garachico: it is said that they danced under the moon in the caves and ravines, performing rituals with plants and fire.
The mystery of the caves of San Marcos: ancient volcanic grottos where many claim to have felt strange presences.
Exploring these places during autumn, when the weather is cooler and nights grow longer, is a different and fascinating way to get to know the island.
🕯 Cave, wine and tradition: a Halloween with local flavour
Experiencing Halloween in Tenerife can be as mysterious as it is welcoming. From your luxury villa at Las Casas Tenerife, you can organise unique experiences:
A night-time route through the villages of the north with a local guide to learn about legends and superstitions.
A private evening with new wine, chestnuts, and scary stories under the stars.
A trip to the volcanic caves of the south, where nature and history blend.
Themed decoration in your villa to enjoy an elegant Halloween, with soft lighting, ambient music and Canarian cuisine.
All this with the privacy, comfort and exclusive touch that characterises our houses.
🌌 Between the magical and the natural
Tenerife has a special energy. Its volcanic geography, trade winds and a history full of mystery make this a perfect place for those seeking a different Halloween experience, more connected to the land and traditions than to purely commercial aspects.
At this time, the landscapes are tinted with warm tones, markets offer seasonal products, and the atmosphere invites quiet evenings and stories over wine.
Experience a different Halloween with Las Casas Tenerife
Whether you prefer the modern party or the older customs, Tenerife offers you both options.
From Las Casas Tenerife, you can experience a Halloween with Canarian identity: between legends, caves, new wine and the unmistakable magical touch of the island.
Discover the other side of Halloween.
Experience the tradition, history and mystery… from the tranquillity of your villa.
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Las Casas Tenerife
We offer unique accommodation experiences in an incomparable natural environment. Our villas are designed to seamlessly integrate into the beautiful landscape of Tenerife, providing our guests with a comfortable and peaceful stay.
We take pride in providing exceptional service, taking care of every detail to make your visit unforgettable. From carefully selected decor to modern amenities, each villa offers the perfect combination of tradition and comfort.
Come and discover Las Casas de Tenerife and enjoy a vacation surrounded by the natural beauty and tranquility that only this corner of the Canaries can offer.
About us
Las Casas Tenerife
We offer unique accommodation experiences in an incomparable natural environment. Our villas are designed to seamlessly integrate into the beautiful landscape of Tenerife, providing our guests with a comfortable and peaceful stay.
We take pride in providing exceptional service, taking care of every detail to make your visit unforgettable. From carefully selected decor to modern amenities, each villa offers the perfect combination of tradition and comfort.
Come and discover Las Casas de Tenerife and enjoy a vacation surrounded by the natural beauty and tranquility that only this corner of the Canaries can offer.