Mallorca Events Calendar 2026: Festivals and Events

If you live on Mallorca or are here for a longer stretch, you soon notice that the events on Mallorca in 2026 are more than a tourist programme. Every village celebrates its own patron saint, the grape harvest begins in the Binissalem wine region in September, and Midsummer Night draws even long-established locals to the sea. The Fiestes Patronales, multi-day town festivals in honour of the local patron saint with processions, Ball de Bot, fireworks and concerts, are the backbone of social life on the island and essential for residents. This calendar sums up the most important dates of the year, month by month, with links to the more detailed individual posts.

January to March: fires, carnival and the first firen

The year begins spectacularly in Palma. The Revetla de Sant Sebastià on 19 and 20 January is one of the biggest city festivals on the island. Bonfires (foguerons) burn all across the city centre, live music plays on several stages, and the celebration lasts until dawn. Entry is free and the mood is good. If you would rather avoid the crowds in Palma, you will find similar Sant Antoni fires in almost every village on the island.

February brings Carnival (Carnaval), especially lively in Palma, Llucmajor and Manacor. The parades usually take place on the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday, which in 2026 falls on 17 February. Dressing up is a point of honour, and spectators are expressly welcome.

March brings the first firen: in many villages small spring and craft markets begin. They are little known but authentic.

April to June: Semana Santa and Midsummer Night

Semana Santa (Holy Week) 2026 falls in the week of 30 March to 5 April. The Easter processions on Mallorca are more striking than in many other places: penitents in long hooded robes move through the alleys, and music and silence take turns. The processions in Pollença, Palma and Sineu are especially worth seeing.

The absolute highlight for many residents comes in June. The Nit de Sant Joan on 23 and 24 June turns the beaches of the whole island into a landscape of celebration. Bonfires, fireworks and music, from Cala Ratjada to Port de Sóller. We have put together the complete guide to the Nit de Sant Joan 2026 with the best spots and tips for you.

July to September: peak season, village fiestas and the wine festival

In the summer months there is a village festival almost every weekend. A few highlights:

• Moros i Cristians in Pollença (2 August): a historical mock battle at the Calvari, one of the most colourful folk festivals on the island
• Sant Bartomeu in Montuïri (24 August): the Cossiers dancers are among the oldest folklore groups on Mallorca
• Festa de la Mare de Déu d'Agost on 15 August in many towns at the same time
• Festa des Vermar in Binissalem: last weekend of September, so 26 and 27 September in 2026

The wine festival in Binissalem 2026 is the best-known wine festival on the Balearics. Local wineries present their new harvest, grape stamping is part of the festival tradition, and entry to many events is free. The events calendar of the Ajuntament de Palma gives a good overview of the city's events.

You will find the current public holidays on Mallorca and the relevant long weekends in the topics guide, handy for planning ahead.

October to November: markets, Dijous Bo and evening sun

Autumn is the most beautiful time on Mallorca for many residents. There are fewer tourists, the light turns warmer, and the festivals become more authentic.

The Fira de Sineu takes place on the second Sunday in October, which is 11 October in 2026. The oldest market on the island is more than shopping: animals, crafts, local products and concerts make it a half-day outing. You can find the detailed guide to the Fira de Sineu 2026 separately.

The biggest folk festival on the island is the Dijous Bo in Inca. It takes place on the third Thursday in November and regularly draws around 150,000 visitors, a remarkable figure for an island of roughly 970,000 residents. In 2026 the Dijous Bo falls on 19 November. Craftspeople, producers and exhibitors from all over Spain come to Inca, many shops open early, and the day starts at 8 am. Everything you need to know is in the Dijous Bo Guide 2026.

What exactly happens at the Dijous Bo? The Dijous Bo is a livestock, craft and produce market with a folk festival atmosphere. There are tastings of local products, concerts and exhibitions. Entry is free, and an early arrival by bus or train is recommended.

In December the big festivals come to an end, but the Christmas markets in Palma (Fira de Nadal on the Plaça Major) and in some market towns are worth a visit. The dates are announced in November each year.

Tips for residents: how to keep track

Event calendars on Mallorca are often decentralised. This helps:

• The Govern de les Illes Balears lists festivals and official events on its website
• Local Facebook groups for each town are often faster than any official page
• Regional apps and newspapers such as "Ultima Hora" carry current dates
• In smaller villages, announcements are posted as a notice at the Ajuntament (town hall)

Many of the fiestas are free, which sets them apart from comparable events elsewhere. The leisure and sport options on Mallorca are often directly linked to the festival calendar, because local clubs celebrate their season openers and tournaments at the patron saint festivals.

Conclusion

The events on Mallorca in 2026 offer year-round chances to get to know the island beyond the tourist programme. Whether it is the January fires in Palma, the wine festival in Binissalem in September or the Dijous Bo in Inca in November, local festivals are the best way to really become part of island life. Just start with the next festival in your town. Entry is almost always free, and being made welcome is part of Mallorcan tradition.