BLUE MARKET COSTA ADEJE: WHERE LOCAL CREATIVITY TAKES OVER DECEMBER

This December long weekend, Costa Adeje is unwrapping a brand-new festive treat — the first-ever Blue Market, popping up at Plaza de Salytien on 5, 6 and 7 December, from 17:00 to 23:00. Think of it as a stylish, modern twist on the classic market… but with more personality, more talent, and a very Canarian sense of flair.

This particular weekend is a festive one across Spain thanks to Constitution Day on 6 December, a national holiday marking the anniversary of Spain’s 1978 Constitution—the moment the country stepped confidently into modern democracy. Schools close, families travel, and cities come alive with cultural activities. Here in the Canary Islands, it often feels more like a warm, sunny excuse to enjoy good food, beach walks and pre-Christmas spirit. Launching Blue Market during this holiday is no coincidence: people are already relaxed, cheerful, and in exactly the right mood to browse, taste and discover something unique.

Picture this: warm evening lights, sea breeze, and over thirty creators from across Tenerife bringing their most original pieces to the heart of Costa Adeje. Yes, it’s basically Pinterest, but in real life.

What’s the idea behind Blue Market?

According to Patricia Paulsen Fölling, Councillor for Tourism in Adeje, the Blue Market was created to champion “close-to-home commerce” and celebrate products made with identity, tradition and creativity.

In other words:
Buy local, support talent, feel good, repeat.

And she’s right — Costa Adeje is already known for its climate, scenery, sports, gastronomy and beautiful hotels. A curated local market like this simply rounds out the picture, giving visitors something genuinely unique to discover (and possibly take home in their suitcase).

What will you find there?

For three evenings, the plaza transforms into an open, free-to-enter creative hub filled with:

• 🌿 Handcrafted pieces
• 👗 Fashion by local designers
• 🍯 Gastro goodies made in Tenerife
• 🎁 Artisanal treasures begging to be gifted — even if it’s to yourself

Everything showcased has been imagined, sketched, crafted or cooked right here on the island. The goal? To highlight Tenerife’s small businesses and encourage a more conscious, local-friendly way of consuming.

Why is everyone talking about it?

Project director Cristina Hernández — also known for Le Good Market — explains that Tenerife is experiencing a real boom in small creative brands. Social media has helped them grow, but real-world events like Blue Market give them visibility, credibility, and community.

And let’s be honest: nothing beats discovering a handmade product directly from the person who created it. Bonus points if they tell you the story behind it while you’re munching on something delicious.

A new festive tradition in the making

The Blue Market is set to slide comfortably into Costa Adeje’s pre-Christmas calendar, becoming that yearly event residents and tourists look forward to — the one where you can stroll with friends, shop something original, listen to live music and pretend you’re in a very sunny version of a Christmas movie.

Expect:
🎶 Live music
🌊 Coastal, nautical vibes
✨ A relaxed evening atmosphere perfect for families, couples, and friendly mischief-makers

So if you’re around Costa Adeje during the Constitution long weekend, follow the lights to Plaza de Salytien. Your future favourite handmade accessory (or snack… probably snack) is waiting for you.