The twentieth edition of Fuerteventura en Música (FEM) gathered 18,000 people over the weekend at La Concha Beach. Antonio Carmona headlined the second day in front of 11,000 attendees.
La Concha Beach, in the municipality of La Oliva, became the musical epicentre of the Canary Islands this weekend with the celebration of the twentieth edition of Fuerteventura en Música (FEM). The festival, which marks two decades of existence, brought together 18,000 people over two days, of which 11,000 attended Saturday's session, headlined by the Granada-born Antonio Carmona.
A Night of Emotions and Global Rhythms
The former member of Ketama offered a journey through the most emblematic songs of his career, from classic flamenco to his solo works. The audience, which filled the beach's sand, sang along to songs like "No estamos lokos" and "Volando voy" in an atmosphere that combined the sea breeze with the energy of the live performance.
Before Carmona, the afternoon began with the local project Arife, which celebrated the musical roots of the Archipelago and its connection with the African continent. The show, filled with original instruments and surprise guests, set a very high bar for what was to come next.
Next up were Queralt Lahoz, with her stage presence, and the festive energy of Kumbia Boruka, who got the attendees dancing with their fusion of Latin rhythms. The night was closed by Pongo, who turned the beach into a true afro-fusion party, while Woodhands entertained during the stage changes.
The FEM de Día: The Muellito de El Cotillo Also Celebrated
The music was not limited to the main stage. The FEM de Día, organised alongside Cotillo Joven, filled El Cotillo with activities and concerts from early on. The Muellito hosted artists like Papaya Subtropical, Naby Zana Band, and Hey Chabón, who livened up the daytime event.
One of the most anticipated moments was the performance by Chocolate Sexy, the Majorero band that wrapped up the daytime programme. Hundreds of people sang along to their songs in a festive atmosphere that has become a hallmark of the festival.
The FEM de Día also included workshops for all audiences, turning El Cotillo into a hive of activity throughout Saturday.
Two Decades of a Unique and Free Festival
Fuerteventura en Música was born twenty years ago with the intention of being a free, open, and inclusive festival. And it has fulfilled that promise. In this edition, the organisation once again demonstrated why it is one of the most unique events in the Canary Islands: it combines top-level programming with a strong commitment to multiculturalism, Canarian talent, sustainability, and respect for the natural environment.
For the residents of La Oliva and the rest of the island, the FEM is much more than a concert: it is a meeting point between generations and cultures. And for the tourists who fill the Majorero beaches these days, it is an opportunity to enjoy live music without spending a euro. However, those who did not wake up early to grab a spot on the sand missed the chance to see Carmona up close. For the next edition, it is already known that one must arrive with a towel and umbrella bright and early.
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