Fairs & Festivals in Mallorca

General description

The 2026 Fiestas del Carmen in Porto Cristo are one of the most beloved summer festivals on Mallorca's east coast. Celebrated in honor of the patron saint of sailors, these festivities bring together nearly a month of community events, coastal traditions, family activities, sports, concerts, and summer gatherings that transform the port, beach, and promenade into the heart of the celebrations. The program blends maritime heritage with music, culture, gastronomy, and activities for all ages.

Programming

• June 27 and 28
  • Cinema on the Beach
  • Martial Arts Festival
• July 7
  • Batucada
  • Official opening speech (Pregó)
• July 8
  • Concert by the Municipal School of Music
• July 9
  • The Porto Cristo Night Race, a charity event, brings together hundreds of runners for a run through the city followed by music on the beach. Funds raised support ASPANOB.
  • Sailing competition
• July 10
  • Francesc Ramis Memorial Concert
  • Porto Cristo Night Market full of local stalls, artisanal products and a summer atmosphere
  • Youth football tournament
  • Padel Tournament (July 10-19)
• July 12
  • Manacor band concert
  • 3x3 Basketball Tournament
• July 15
  • 80s Night - Concerts
• July 16 - Day of the Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
  • Solemn Mass
  • Floral offering
  • Maritime procession paying homage to Porto Cristo's connection with the sea and its fishing traditions
• July 17
  • Traditional Ball de Bot
  • Guided tour of maritime heritage
  • Badminton tournament
• July 18
  • Gran Revetla with Aftersuns, Lola's and Felip Duran
• July 19
  • Children's fire run
  • Spectacular fire run for adults through the streets of Porto Cristo
  • Grand fireworks display over the bay at 11:45 PM
• July 21
  • Va de Baroc ancient music concert
• July 23
  • Traditional community dinner in Taleca

Thematic activities

Tennis Tournament: July 2-16

Beach volleyball tournament: July 7-10

Family activities: Children and families can enjoy storytelling sessions, beach cinema, water and foam parties, a mini playroom, children's yoga, crafts, sports tournaments, and outdoor film screenings.

Culture and local heritage: The program includes exhibitions, guided cultural tours exploring the maritime history of Porto Cristo, photography and art displays, chess tournaments, and traditional community gatherings.

Live music and Revetles: Music takes center stage throughout the festivities with multiple concerts and musical gatherings throughout the month.

Maritime traditions and processions: Correfoc and fireworks by the sea, live music, summer night market, dinners and community gatherings that reflect the maritime spirit of Porto Cristo.

Practical data

• Location: Porto Cristo, Mallorca
• Dates: June 27 - July 23, 2026
• Access: Most activities are free

About the event

Vilafranca is preparing to fill its streets and squares with emotion, culture, and tradition during the Festes de la Beata. The program includes approximately fifty events aimed at all audiences, under the theme of the festival as a space for feasting and celebration.

The Festes de la Beata capture the spirit of the traditional summer festival, historically linked to Vilafranca with the completion of the threshing work and the popular devotion to Saint Catherine Tomàs, the Blessed, the only Mallorcan saint.

Programming

• Pregofest: Opening speech by Mateu Jaume
• Diada RevolteraIncludes the Replec, karaoke revolter and a performance by Horris Kamo
• Enjoving Youth Day
• Festuqui
• Outdoor cinema
• Night of comedy
• Musical thematic nights
• Beatisò
• Home and Nature DayWith the Cosetxadorada and l'Horabauxa Pagès
• Uncover Route
• Solidarity DinnerBenefit for the AECC
• Competitions: Beata Prix, Beateta Prix and Concurs La Beata Playback Dance Show
• Nit Jove Concerts
• Traditional Festival
• Ball d'Aires Vilafranquins exhibition
• Mega Aquafesta
• Beatifoc: In charge of the Boiets de Foc with the presence of Manafoc
• Cultural activities: Book club sessions, contacts
• Sports competitions various
• Traditional events: Sortida del Dimoni and the Caparrots accompanied by the Colla de Xeremiers, Ball dels Cavallets, Mass in Honor of the Blessed and the elders of the town, Cants dels Goigs
• Sunday, July 26 - Blessed in Petit: Horaperada reserved for children and families with a child-scale recreation of the Sortida del Dimoni and caparrots from the Town Hall, including the figure of the llenderer and colla de xeremiers also embodied by children and young people
• It's Show PlanSecond edition of this festival
• Vilafranca Literary CycleFocused on Blai Bonet and Joan Alcover, commemorating the centenary of the birth and death of both writers

Data

• LocationVilafranca de Bonany
• Main holiday datesJuly 17 to August 2, 2026
• Contactinfo@ajvilafrancadebonany.net
• Business HoursMonday to Friday 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.; Tuesday 8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.

General description

One of Mallorca's most authentic and beloved festivals returns with nearly a month of concerts, traditions, sporting events, exhibitions, and family activities. The festivities begin at the end of June and build towards the celebrations of the town's patron saint with a program that includes food festivals, live music, theater, exhibitions, summer games, concerts, creative workshops, sports tournaments, and outdoor events that fill the streets and squares of Petra.

Most events take place around Plaça Ramon Llull, Plaça Sant Juníper Serra, the Parish Church of Sant Pere, Estació Vella and other places in the village.

Programming

• Beginning of the festivities (June 27)
  • Run Fest: a fun fun run
  • Beer & Food Truck Festival with live music
  • Summer Carnival with DJs, costumes and nighttime entertainment
• July 11 – Ses Clovelles Festival

  The biggest and most iconic event of the entire festival. Thousands of people gather in Petra for this unique tradition where the streets are transformed into a grand celebration. Almond shells (clovelles), water, music, and dance fill the historic center. Expect DJs, live percussion, traditional music, plenty of water fights, and an unparalleled atmosphere. The festivities begin around noon and continue throughout the afternoon, extending into the evening with the theatrical performance of Sa Botiga.

• Continuous program during the holidays
  • Traditional pamboli dinners
  • Children's foam parties
  • Creative workshops
  • Concerts
  • Finals of sports competitions
  • Petrukada: children's drum parade
  • Performances of the village demon
  • Live orchestras
  • Astronomy lectures
  • Charity dinners
  • Local folklore and concerts including Tomeu Penya
• Emotional tradition of the festival

  The municipal council walks towards the parish church accompanied by the Dimoni (devil figure), giant figures, the xeremiers (traditional Mallorcan bagpipers), and the local band before the traditional hymn to Saint Praxedis is sung. The night concludes with a lively street party featuring live bands and DJs.

• July 21 – Feast Day of Saint Praxedis
  • Solemn Mass
  • Traditional events: horse races, demonstrations, and local competitions
  • Mostra de Ball Santa Praxedis: showcase of traditional Mallorcan dance groups

Data

• Dates: June 27 to July 21, 2026
• Location: Plaça Ramon Llull, Petra
• Location: Petra