September in Tenerife is absolutely brimming with fantastic plans for anyone who loves a good chuckle and theatre that truly makes you think. This month, the island is gearing up to welcome the fourth edition of the REÍSLAS Comedy Festival, now a firm fixture on the cultural calendar, as well as enjoying the latest offerings from Delirium Teatro – a company renowned for its ingenious and surprising productions. Prepare for belly laughs, and maybe even a little bit of food for thought to take home.

REÍSLAS: Laughter Guaranteed

The REÍSLAS Comedy Festival is back on our islands, ready to unleash an island-wide wave of laughter! Running throughout September and October, this festival features over fifty shows across Tenerife, showcasing both local talent and international comedians. It's a golden opportunity to switch off, relax, and catch the very best of contemporary comedy. More than just a festival, it's the perfect excuse to head out, enjoy some great company, and laugh until your sides ache!

  • ✅ What: The fourth edition of the REÍSLAS Comedy Festival lands in Tenerife, firmly established as the Canary Islands' premier comedy event, featuring over 50 performances.
  • 📅 When: 2026-09-05
  • 📍 Where: Santa Cruz de Tenerife
  • 💶 Price: From 16€
Within the festival's line-up – or certainly in the spirit of REÍSLAS – you'll find acts that are guaranteed to make an impression. Take the duo Los Titi, for instance, who are bringing their uniquely hilarious brand of comedy to Santa Cruz. Their jokes, anecdotes, and signature musical flair promise a night that will leave you feeling cheerful for days to come.
  • ✅ What: The renowned comedy duo Los Titi arrives in Tenerife, promising a show packed with laughs and good cheer in Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
  • 📅 When: 2026-09-05
  • 📍 Where: Santa Cruz de Tenerife
  • 💶 Price: From 20€
And if improvisation is more your cup of tea, then Café Teatro Rayuela is precisely where you need to be. Cajón Desastre, featuring Adri and Rod, delivers a show where the audience plays an integral part. Your everyday anecdotes are instantly transformed into hilarious stories, creating a truly unique experience every single night. It’s a fresh, entertaining, and wonderfully local production. If you’re looking for something a bit different, this is a surefire hit.
  • ✅ What: Cajón Desastre, starring Adri and Rod, presents a unique and utterly distinctive improvisation show at Café Teatro Rayuela in Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
  • 📅 When: 2026-09-20
  • 📍 Where: Café Teatro Rayuela, Santa Cruz de Tenerife
  • 💶 Price: From 14€

Delirium Teatro: Wit and Reflection on Stage

But it's not all non-stop giggles! September also brings us the latest productions from Delirium Teatro, a company that masterfully blends humour with history and social commentary. Through their work, theatre becomes a powerful lens for viewing our reality from fresh perspectives – sometimes with a knowing smile, other times with a thoughtful raised eyebrow.

Their latest theatrical gem, ‘La Konkista de Canarias’, is an adventurous comedy that puts a fresh spin on the history of the Conquest of the Canary Islands. Bearing the distinctive mark of our very own Antonio Tabares, the production is a clever blend of historical accuracy and intelligent humour. It's a fantastic opportunity to discover how you can both learn and be thoroughly entertained at the same time.

You can catch it in Tacoronte, in the north of the island, with two performances scheduled:

  • ✅ What: Delirium Teatro presents ‘La Konkista de Canarias’, an ingenious adventure comedy that re-examines the historic Conquest of the Canary Islands, expertly blending humour with historical accuracy.
  • 📅 When: 2026-09-11
  • 📍 Where: Tacoronte
  • 💶 Price: Free
And the very next day, there's another chance not to miss out:
  • ✅ What: The critically acclaimed play «La Konkista de Canarias», by renowned Tenerife author Antonio Tabares, comes to Auditorio Capitol in Tacoronte, performed by Delirium Teatro.
  • 📅 When: 2026-09-12
  • 📍 Where: Auditorio Capitol, Tacoronte
  • 💶 Price: Please enquire
What’s more, for those seeking a more introspective experience, Delirium Teatro is also bringing back ‘Libros cruzados’. This much-praised play, also penned by Antonio Tabares, opens the season at La Salita in the Auditorio de Tenerife. It’s a captivating piece that encourages reflection, inviting us to connect with the words and stories that shape us. If you appreciate theatre that stays with you long after the final curtain, this is a plan that certainly won’t disappoint.
  • ✅ What: La Salita, at the Auditorio de Tenerife, kicks off its 2026-2027 season with a revival of the highly praised play 'Libros cruzados', a collaboration between Antonio Tabares and Delirium Teatro.
  • 📅 When: 2026-09-25
  • 📍 Where: Auditorio de Tenerife, Santa Cruz de Tenerife
  • 💶 Price: Please enquire
So, September shapes up to be a month packed with diverse performing arts events catering to all tastes. From the outright comedy served up by REÍSLAS to the thoughtful depth and ingenuity of Delirium Teatro, there are plenty of options for everyone. Make sure you get out and about to soak up the vibrant culture brewing here – it's truly worth every moment!