Artà Events 2026: Markets, Festivals and the Fira

Artà is one of the liveliest small towns in northeastern Mallorca, and anyone who lives here or passes through regularly notices it quickly: there is a lot going on across the year. This overview of Artà events in 2026 shows you when the big Fira d’Artà takes place, which day the weekly market runs and which village festivals shape the calendar. Written from a resident's point of view, with concrete dates instead of vague promises.

At a glance

The key dates in Artà in 2026: the weekly market every Tuesday, Sant Antoni in January, the Festes de Sant Salvador in early August and, as the high point of the year, the Fira d’Artà on the second Sunday in September. You will also find out how to get there and why a visit is especially rewarding outside the peak season.

When Is the Fira d’Artà 2026?

The Fira d’Artà is the village's annual autumn fair. On one Sunday in September, farming and craft stalls, food vendors and cultural groups turn the streets and squares of the old centre into a large public festival that is far more than an ordinary market day.

The Fira d’Artà takes place on Sunday 13 September 2026, since it traditionally falls on the second Sunday in September. The supporting programme starts the weekend before, with concerts, theatre, exhibitions, sport and activities for children. The official schedule is published each year by the Ajuntament d’Artà, where you will also find the full programme.

Unlike the purely tourist-oriented markets on the coast, the Fira stays firmly agricultural and craft-focused. You will see local producers, livestock shows, olive wood craftsmanship and stalls run by clubs and associations from the town. For residents it is a good opportunity to buy regional produce directly and get a feel for village life.

The Weekly Market in Artà: Every Tuesday

Beyond the big festivals, ordinary weeks are worth your time too. The Artà weekly market runs every Tuesday from 9 am to 2 pm around Carrer Ciutat and Plaça del Conqueridor. It is considered one of the most authentic markets on the island, with fruit and vegetables, cheese, baked goods, clothing and crafts.

If you want to avoid the crush of the tourist markets, come in the morning before 11 am. The stalls are fully stocked by then and it is not yet too hot. For the rhythm of the rest of the island's week, our Mallorca events calendar 2026 has the detail.

Festivals and Events Across the Year

Artà has a full festival calendar. These are the dates worth noting as a resident:

Sant Antoni (16 to 17 January): one of the most tradition-rich festivals on the island, with demons (dimonis), bonfires (foguerons) and the blessing of the animals. Celebrated particularly intensely in Artà.
Holy Week (Semana Santa, March or April): processions through the old centre, quieter and closer to everyday village life than in Palma.
Festes de Sant Salvador (early August): the patron saint festival around 6 August, with concerts, the traditional Cavallets dance and fireworks at the pilgrimage church above the town.
Fira d’Artà (second Sunday in September): the high point of the year, on 13 September in 2026.

The Festes de Sant Salvador and Sant Antoni are part of the fiestes patronales that almost every village on Mallorca celebrates. We explain what lies behind them in our article on the fiestes patronales on Mallorca.

Tip: plan ahead

During the Festes de Sant Salvador and the Fira, restaurants in Artà are often fully booked. Reserve a few days in advance unless you are happy to take your chances and wait.

How to Get to Artà

Artà lies in the northeast of the island, around 70 kilometres from Palma. By car you reach it via the Ma-15 in roughly an hour. On festival days such as the Fira, parts of the old centre are closed to traffic, so it is worth parking on the edge of town and walking the short distance in.

Artà is also served by bus: the island's TIB network connects Artà with Palma, Manacor and the coast around Cala Ratjada. Current timetables are available from the official tourism portal of the Consell de Mallorca. If you want to make more of the northeast, combine the visit with a trip to Cala Ratjada or the nature parks in the region. You will find ideas in our overview of things to do in Mallorca.

Frequently Asked Questions About Artà Events in 2026

When does the Fira d’Artà 2026 take place?

The Fira d’Artà takes place on Sunday 13 September 2026. It always falls on the second Sunday in September, and the supporting programme usually starts the weekend before.

Which day is the weekly market in Artà?

The weekly market is every Tuesday from 9 am to 2 pm in the old centre, around Carrer Ciutat and Plaça del Conqueridor. Mornings before 11 am are the best time to go.

Is Artà worth visiting outside the festival season?

Yes. The historic centre, the Sant Salvador pilgrimage church and the calm atmosphere make Artà a rewarding destination all year round, especially for residents in the off season.

Conclusion

Artà is a good example of the fact that the real Mallorca happens away from the beach promenades. With the Tuesday market, the major patron saint festivals and the Fira d’Artà on 13 September 2026, you have several good reasons to visit spread across the year. Note the dates, build in some slack around the big festivals and use the chance to get to know village life in the northeast. More dates for the whole island are in our Mallorca events calendar 2026.