Lanzarote already has its Carnival Sovereign for 2025. Aurelia Rodríguez, representing the municipality of Tías, won the title after dazzling with the fantasy Pure Fire. The gala, held at the Agramar Fairgrounds, brought together hundreds of attendees on a magical night full of joy, music, color, and Carnival tradition.
The title of First Lady of Honor went to Kelli Evelin Santana, representing the municipality of Yaiza, who captivated the audience with the fantasy Under the Jewel of Hope. Meanwhile, Encarna Páez, representing La Graciosa with her design Goddess on Earth, obtained the title of Second Lady of Honor.
The president of the Cabildo de Lanzarote, Oswaldo Betancort, congratulated all the participants and highlighted the importance of this event within the island's festive calendar. "Carnival is an expression of our identity and tradition. Seeing our elders enjoy and be the protagonists of this celebration is a source of pride for all of us. My congratulations to Aurelia Rodríguez and all the participants for giving us such a special night," said Betancort.
For her part, the Cabildo's Councilor for the Elderly, Nori Machín, also wanted to congratulate the winners and highlight the enthusiasm with which they have experienced this experience. "From the Cabildo, we continue to support initiatives that promote the participation of our elders in the cultural and festive life of Lanzarote. They are the soul of our traditions, and this gala has been a reflection of that," said Machín.
The Deputy Mayor and Councilor for Festivities of the Arrecife City Council, Echedey Eugenio, congratulated the Cabildo's Department for the Elderly, led by Nori Machín, for the organization of the gala and thanked the City Councils for their involvement in the celebration "of this endearing event that undoubtedly contributes to enhancing the Carnival of Arrecife with an essential group in its development, such as our elders."
During the event, special recognition was also given to such prominent figures of our carnival as the endearing Charlotte de Arrecife, La viejita del perejil (The little old parsley woman), and, posthumously, the beloved and missed Tomillito. The Carnival Sovereign gala also featured performances by the duo Azúcar Moreno, the Canarian artist Vanessa Artiles, and the comparsas Los Yaiseros, Los Guaracheros, Los Timanfeiros, and Sur Caliente, who put the finishing touch to an unforgettable night for the entire island.
