The Latin Boxing World Champion will be defending his title against a local fighter next weekend, 12th December at the Sports Centre in Arrecife. Elkin José Ubardes, from Colombia, will be sparring against Lanzarote boxer, Alexis Callero, who is an ex-champion in Spain. Both competitors are fighting in the super middleweight category.
The bout is being organised by the World Boxing Council (WBC) and will consist of ten rounds of three minutes each. It is being billed as the most important fight of Alexis Callero’s career. The Lanzaroteño has fought 22 …

Catch the work of Pepe Dámaso this month -  the most prolific contemporary Canarian artist – at the Puerto Calero Gallery.  This eminent painter and sculptor was a close contemporary of Cesar Manrique´s and his work tends to focus on natural objects as well as more surreal landscapes.
His exhibition De La Naturaleza runs throughout November and the Galeria de Arte in Puerto Calero is open from 16.00 to 21.00 from Monday to Friday and 11.00 to 21.00 on Saturdays.

‘New Home 123…’ is an exhibition showcasing the work of three young German artists at the Castillo de San Gabriel in Arrecife. The show is part of the Bienal Off 2009 and focuses on the different points of view that modern, multicultural Lanzarote consists of.
The artists, Anneke van Zuethem, Anja Püchel and Nicola Aigne, hope to demonstrate that the image of the Canary Islands is not merely defined by tourism. It is the result of their end of degree projects in the disciplines of Architecture, Design and Media Studies at …

Lanzarote plays host to the island’s first Music Marathon Festival this coming weekend.  When entrants of all abilities and age groups will gather to run, jog, skate or generally move their bodies to live music provided by a number of local acts.  Whilst also raising money for good causes.
This innovative event is being staged along the main Avenida de Las Playas on Saturday 31st October – turning the entire area in a real party zone and social street based event.  With a grand finale to be held in front of …

The Islas Canarias Santa Surf Pro gets underway on Lanzarote in a couple of weeks time.  Attracting some of the leading riders from around the world.  Such as the latest American wunderkind of the waves Clay Marzo.
All of the action is taking place from November 1st to 7th at Playa San Juan.  Which is located at the opposite end of the village of Caleta de Famara from the huge main beach.  With the event starting at each day at around 10.00 hours.
75,000 dollars worth of prize money as well as …

A group of Tibetan Monks will be performing some of their traditional songs and dances around Lanzarote later this week. Performing under the title ‘The Road to Peace’, the monks will deliver a number of pieces that are meant to invoke forces for goodness and create a meditative mood amongst the audience.
They will be appearing in the traditional saffron and red robes that are associated with Buddhist practices. They can be seen at the Yaiza Theatre on Friday 23rd October at 20.30, at the Theatre of San Bartolomé on Saturday …

The eclectic multi-disciplined art event Bienal Off is now underway on the island. Featuring a whole raft of events across the coming weeks.
Highlights include the exhibition New Home being staged at the Museum of International and Contemporary Art in Arrecife.  Which explores the theme of the clash between modern and traditional lifestyles on Lanzarote.  And opens from next Tuesday the 20th of October.
Along with the D-Quizio Concert, taking place on Saturday 31st October in the , the waterside setting of El Charco in Arrecife.  Featuring a sundown DJ session from …

The international wet-set will be descending on the luxury marina of Puerto Calero next week.  As the prestigious regatta – the 8th annual César Manrique Trophy – gets underway on Lanzarote from October 14th to 17th.
 The event attracts some of the top names from the world of sailing – along with some seriously expensive yachts.  And they´ll be battling it out for the César Manrique Trophy across the three days of this event.
 There’s a full programme of supporting actives – with each days sailing rounded off with a free live …

Lanzarote will be playing host some of the leading figures from the world of classical music next year. At a series of concerts that will be staged at the Camel House in Macher. Which is the brainchild of the well known arts entrepreneur and musician Sir Ernest Hall.
Sir Ernest Hall bought this former finca in Macher and converted the ermita or chapel into a fully equipped recital venue – The Camel House. And throughout next year some of the leading artists from the world of classical music will be flying …

Much to the delight of the residents of Playa Bastian the Costa Musica Festival returns once more to Costa Teguise this weekend.  For its fourth annual mash up of eclectic international dance beats.  Featuring some quality live acts and DJ´s – all available to us the punters entirely free of charge. 
Top names this year include exceptional Spanish hip hoppers – La Excepcion.  One time winners of MTV´s Best European Act and now appearing live for your delectation and delight tomorrow night, filling the 11.30pm til round midnight spot.  Whilst Saturday’s …