Copa del Rey sailing regatta in the Bay of Palma, Mallorca

2026 Event Guide

Mallorca Events Calendar

From world-class sailing regattas to intimate wine festivals, Mallorca's calendar is packed with events that define the island's character. This is your month-by-month guide to the year's highlights.

Mallorca's 2026 calendar features over 50 major events across sailing, culture, gastronomy, and sport. The Copa del Rey regatta (August) and Mallorca Championships tennis (June) headline the sporting calendar, while the Nit de l'Art (September) and Pollença Music Festival (July-August) anchor the cultural scene. The island's food and wine festivals run year-round, with the Binissalem Wine Festival (September) and Fira de l'Oliva (November) as standouts.

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Feature
Sailing & Nautical
Cultural & Arts
Food & Wine
Sports & Wellness
Peak SeasonApril - SeptemberYear-roundSeptember - NovemberMarch - October
Flagship EventCopa del Rey (Aug)Nit de l'Art (Sep)Binissalem Wine Fest (Sep)ATP Tennis (Jun)
Typical AudienceInternational sailors, HNWIArt collectors, culture loversFoodies, wine enthusiastsAthletes, wellness seekers
VIP AccessHospitality packages availablePrivate gallery toursExclusive tastingsFront-row seating
Best ForYacht owners, spectatorsCouples, cultural touristsGroups, couplesActive travellers
Advance Booking3-6 months1-2 months1-2 months2-3 months

Month-by-Month Calendar

January

Sant Sebastià Festival

Jan 19-20 · Cultural

Palma's patron saint festival with bonfires, live music, and street parties across the city.

Mallorca Marathon Training Camps

Throughout January · Sports

Professional training camps in the mild winter climate, popular with European cycling and running teams.

February

Carnival (Sa Rua)

Late February · Cultural

Palma's vibrant carnival parade with elaborate costumes, floats, and street performances.

Almond Blossom Season

Feb-Mar · Nature

Millions of almond trees bloom across the island, creating a pink-and-white landscape. Best viewed in the Tramuntana foothills.

March

Semana Santa (Holy Week)

Late March/April · Cultural

Solemn processions through Palma's old town with centuries-old brotherhoods, candlelit parades, and sacred music.

Mallorca Cycling Season Opens

March onwards · Sports

Professional teams and amateur cyclists descend on the island. The Tramuntana routes are world-famous.

April

Princesa Sofía Sailing Trophy

Late March/Early April · Sailing

One of the world's premier Olympic-class sailing regattas, held in the Bay of Palma with 800+ sailors from 60+ nations.

Fira del Ram

Throughout April · Cultural

Mallorca's largest funfair and spring festival, running for several weeks in Palma.

May

Mallorca Live Festival

Mid-May · Music

Major international music festival featuring world-class artists across multiple stages in Calvià.

Fira de Sóller

Second weekend of May · Cultural

Historic agricultural fair in the beautiful Sóller valley celebrating local produce, crafts, and traditions.

June

Mallorca Championships (ATP Tennis)

Mid-June · Sports

ATP 250 grass-court tournament at the Santa Ponsa Country Club. A key Wimbledon warm-up event.

Sant Joan Festival

June 23-24 · Cultural

Midsummer celebrations with bonfires on the beaches, fireworks, and traditional festivities across the island.

Superyacht Cup Palma

Late June · Sailing

Prestigious superyacht regatta in the Bay of Palma featuring some of the world's largest and most beautiful sailing yachts.

July

Pollença Music Festival

July-August · Music

One of Spain's oldest classical music festivals, held in the stunning Sant Domingo cloister since 1962.

Deià International Music Festival

Throughout July · Music

Chamber music concerts in the beautiful Son Marroig estate overlooking the Mediterranean.

August

Copa del Rey Regatta

Late July/Early August · Sailing

The Mediterranean's most prestigious sailing regatta, attracting 100+ yachts and royalty to the Bay of Palma. VIP hospitality available.

Chopin Festival Valldemossa

August · Music

Piano recitals in the Royal Charterhouse where Chopin spent the winter of 1838-39.

Feast of Sant Bartomeu

August 24 · Cultural

Spectacular fire-running festival in Montuïri with demons, fireworks, and traditional Mallorcan celebrations.

September

Nit de l'Art

Third Saturday of September · Cultural

Palma's legendary art night — galleries, museums, and pop-up exhibitions open their doors for a city-wide cultural celebration.

Binissalem Wine Festival (Festa des Vermar)

Late September · Food & Wine

The island's biggest wine festival celebrating the grape harvest with tastings, grape-throwing battles, and traditional feasts.

Palma International Boat Show

Late September · Sailing

Major Mediterranean boat show showcasing the latest yachts, marine technology, and nautical lifestyle.

October

Dijous Bo (Good Thursday)

Third Thursday of November · Cultural

Inca's massive annual fair — the largest open-air market in Mallorca with 500+ stalls, local produce, and leather goods.

Olive Harvest Season

October-November · Food & Wine

Visit olive estates in the Tramuntana for harvest experiences, tastings, and tours of historic oil mills.

November

Fira de l'Oliva (Olive Fair)

Mid-November · Food & Wine

Caimari's celebrated olive oil fair with tastings, demonstrations, and local gastronomy in the heart of olive country.

Palma Film Festival

November · Cultural

International film festival showcasing independent cinema in Palma's historic theatres.

December

Christmas Markets

Throughout December · Cultural

Traditional Christmas markets in Palma's Plaça Major and across the island with artisan crafts, local food, and festive atmosphere.

New Year's Eve Celebrations

December 31 · Cultural

Elegant celebrations across the island — from Palma's cathedral square to private villa parties and luxury hotel galas.

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Plan Around the Events

Our concierge team can secure VIP access, private tables, and front-row experiences at any event on the calendar.