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Fancy a party in paradise? Two tickets for Centreforce's Tenerife Weekender 2025 are up for grabs - here's what you need to know!

Fancy a party in paradise? Two tickets for Centreforce's Tenerife Weekender 2025 are up for grabs - here's what you need to know!

Daily Mail​6 days ago
With its sandy beaches, year-round sunshine and stunning coastal scenery, Tenerife is an island paradise.
But it's not all snorkelling and sun loungers! The largest of Spain's Canary Islands also boasts a huge party scene that pulls in music lovers from all over Europe.
And if you love a party, there's one event you won't want to miss...
Now returning for its fourth year, Centreforce's Tenerife Weekender offers the ultimate mix of sun, music, and unforgettable moments.
The 2025 edition runs from Friday, October 3 to Monday, October 6, taking in popular venues from previous years alongside some exciting new additions!
While tickets are already sold out, you could still grab your chance to go, thanks to Nordic Spirit in celebration of Centreforce Radio's birthday.
The incredible prize? Two tickets to Centreforce's Tenerife Weekender 2025, plus vouchers for flights and accommodation.
Here's the extraordinary experience awaiting you and one friend if you win!
A party in paradise
Centreforce's Tenerife Weekender 2025 kicks off in style with Party In The Castle II.
You read that right: it's a spectacular party, held in a castle!
The iconic Castillo San Miguel was a big favourite last year, so it's return this year is set to thrill party goers.
Centreforce's Tenerife Weekender 2025 hour by hour
Friday: 6pm - 2am: Castillo San Miguel
Saturday: 12pm - 10pm: OA Beach Club, followed by Joyce Afterparty from 8pm - 4am.
Sunday: 11am - 8pm: Roca Blanca Beach Club, followed by ReJoyce from 8pm - 3am.
Monday: 11am - 8pm: Fiji Beach, followed by Joyce from 8pm - 3am.
The festivities begin at 6pm and will continue until 2am, with epic tunes and a truly legendary venue promising an occasion unlike any other.
Don't worry, there'll be time for a lie in on Saturday morning...
But try not to sleep in too long, because by midday you'll be heading over to the OA Beach Club - a super trendy spot on Playa de Las Americas.
Known for its spectacular views over the Atlantic Ocean, it's the perfect place to soak up the atmosphere as you gear up for a second memorable night.
Playa de Las Americas is known as Tenerife's party capital, and boasts a stellar selection of lively bars and nightclubs.
Among the finest is Joyce, which will be hosting a Saturday night afterparty from 8pm - 4am.
Come Sunday the party will head to the fabulous Roca Blanca Beach Club. With its astonishing ocean views, it's the ideal spot to enjoy one of Tenerife's epic sunsets.
But don't expect the music to stop when the sun goes down! Afterwards, they'll be an afterparty at ReJoyce, where you can dance under the stars in its open-top bar.
And who said Monday had to be the worst day of the week?
Centreforce's Tenerife Weekender 2025 comes to a close with an all-day session at the classy Fiji Beach Club, with big tunes from 11am till sunset followed by an afterparty back at Joyce.
Win a trip to Centreforce's Tenerife Weekender 2025 - courtesy of Nordic Spirit!
Your chance to win two tickets to Centreforce's Tenerife Weekender 2025, plus accommodation and flights, comes courtesy of Nordic Spirit nicotine pouches.
The perfect companion for existing adult nicotine users, Nordic Spirit is a smoke-free alternative you can enjoy anytime, anywhere.
Producing no vapour or smoke, these convenient nicotine pouches can be experienced indoors, outdoors and on the go – even on planes and in clubs this summer.
Nicotine pouches are used in a similar way to traditional snus – the key difference is that snus contains tobacco, while Nordic Spirit nicotine pouches are 100% tobacco-free.
Entering is quick and easy. Simply like the post, follow @nordicspirit_uk on Instagram, and tag a friend you want to bring along!
Made with a blend of high-quality ingredients including nicotine extract, flavourings and plant-based fibres, there's a flavour fit for every moment.
They're discreet to use: simply place the soft pouch between your gum and upper or lower lip and experience all the flavour without the vapour.
In each can of pocket-friendly Nordic Spirit you'll find 20 pouches, which each last for up to 30 minutes. The container itself is made of polypropylene (PP) and is widely recycled in household recycling.
For more information on Nordic Spirit, visit NordicSpirit.co.uk or claim your free sample here. Only available to ages 18+, and for existing adult nicotine users only.
Prize draw is open to existing tobacco or nicotine users aged 18+ and UK residents only.
No purchase necessary to enter.
One winner will be chosen at random to win 1x£500 flight voucher, 1x£800 hotel voucher, and 1x2 tickets for them and 1 friend to Centreforce's Tenerife Weekender 2025 at Castillo San Miguel, OA Beach Club, ReJoyce, and Fiji Beach, on the 03.10.2025, 04.10.2025, 05.10.2025 and 06.10.2025*.
*Prize will be deducted proportionately if fewer guests within the party attend, e.g. 1 guest = 1x ticket.
Prize draw closes at 11.59pm on 04.08.2025.
Winners will be contacted by DM 11:00am on 05.08.2025.
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