On 3 February, Tenerife observes a public holiday in celebration of the Day of the Virgin of Candelaria, one of the island’s most significant festivals. This festive date, celebrated on 2 February, is traditionally a major occasion in Tenerife. Since 2025 sees this celebration fall on a Sunday, the accompanying non-working day is shifted to Monday, 3 February. As a result, many services and establishments across the island will operate on altered schedules or remain closed entirely.
Public Holiday Implications
Because 3 February is a recognised public holiday on Tenerife, there is a notable reduction in the number of establishments open to the public. The holiday, granted with island status, means that most workers are afforded a paid day off, allowing residents to fully partake in the day’s festivities and local traditions. Meanwhile, both public bodies and companies adjust their working hours in line with the calendar established by the regional Governing Council.
In contrast, on other islands within the Canary archipelago, 3 February is generally not observed as a public holiday—unless local municipalities have declared additional non-working days. Residents in those areas should consult their local calendars for any such variations.
Essential Services and Select Businesses

Despite the holiday, several essential services and select businesses will remain open:
- Health and Emergency Services: Health professionals, police, firefighters, and private security personnel will continue their duties. Additionally, pharmacies on duty—along with those open every day of the year—will be available to assist the public. A detailed list of these pharmacies, sorted by municipality, can be consulted online.
- Bakeries: Many popular bakery franchises, such as El Horno de Pan and El Rincón del Pan, will be operating on 3 February. Smaller, independent bakeries specialising in bread and related products are also expected to open their doors.
- 24-Hour Shops: These small supermarkets typically adhere to their regular opening hours, offering another option for those in need of essentials.
- Bars and Cafés: The decision to open rests with individual business owners. Given the increased patronage that public holidays can attract, many may choose to remain open to cater to the demand for refreshments and meals.
- Petrol Stations: Similar to pharmacies, a number of petrol stations will be operational. However, not all will be open, so it is advisable to check which stations will be available on 3 February.
- Shopping Centres and Supermarkets: In tourist-frequented areas, major shopping centres such as Siam Mall, Rosa Center, and the Martiánez Shopping Centre in Puerto de la Cruz are generally open throughout the year. On 3 February, other centres including Meridiano, Añaza, Alcampo La Laguna, Nivaria Center, El Corte Inglés, La Villa, El Trompo, and Mediamarkt are expected to operate as usual. Supermarkets in these regions will also typically open their doors. For instance, while some chains such as Mercadona may opt to remain closed, others like Alcampo, Aldi, Carrefour, and Lidl are anticipated to maintain their standard operating hours. The Canarian supermarket chains—covering HiperDino, SuperDino, and Hiperdino Express outlets—will continue trading, albeit with potential slight adjustments to their hours. Similarly, the establishments under the Jesuman Group, TuTrébol, TuAlteza, and La Hucha, as well as the El Corte Inglés Supermarkets, SuperCOR and SuperCOR exprés, are expected to operate on their regular schedules.
Additional Considerations

It is important for residents and visitors alike to check the latest updates on individual business websites or local news sources, as opening hours may be subject to last-minute modifications. The holiday’s special status as a local celebration means that many services have tailored their schedules to better accommodate the community’s festivities.
In summary, while Tenerife will see a reduction in open services on 3 February due to the public holiday, a variety of essential services, select retail outlets, and hospitality businesses will remain operational, ensuring that residents and visitors can still access key facilities on this significant day.