Every year on October 20th and 21st, you may come across a group of musicians serenading in the streets. The singer, armed with a carnation, is hoping to win the heart of the young lady inside. The authentic and hopelessly romantic gesture is part of the celebrations for the fiesta of Santa Ursula. In return,
Every year people from surrounding towns and villages gather and meet for a mass organised trundle up to Lluc. It happens at the beginning of September when people sign up with their local town hall where they are given a tshirt and a nightlight and a bus ride to the meeting point at Plaza del
The La Beata fiesta in Santa Margalida, Mallorca, is a unique and culturally rich celebration held annually in honour of Santa Catalina Thomàs, the only saint from the Balearic Islands. The festival is a significant event in the town of Santa Margalida, where the local community pays tribute to this beloved figure through a series
Historical Street Theatre in the Best Setting Alcudia’s Via Fora street theatre continues in 2025, marking the 21st year of the town’s theatrical talent in their making and telling the story of the old town. It also puts a spotlight firmly on Alcudia’s most significant heritage elements: the Medieval and Renaissance walls. The dramatized guided
In the middle of January, just as we’ve packed Christmas away, along comes the Sant Antoni Fiesta. A mix of fire and devils, animal blessings and barbecues, Sant Antoni’s is a firm favourite for many. Varying from town to town the basic premise is always the same. You can expect bonfires and you will be
The following is an article written for Talk of the North in the lead up to the Moors and Christians fiesta in 2015. Across Spain including here in Mallorca, Fiestas are kept alive year after year, they are testament to how proud people are of their villages. The time-honoured customs are loved and respected and
Mare de Déu dels Angels, assistiu-mos. Pollencins, aixecauvos, que els pirates ja són aqui.” Our Lady of Angels, help us. Pollensa, get up! The pirates are already here! These are the words of Joan Mas calling to the heavens on encountering the pirate leader, Dragut. The whole event dates back to when the Moors and
Here is a quick guide to fiestas in Mallorca, more specifically to the parties, fairs, annual cultural activities and other major events in the North of Mallorca. It’s worth noting the following points: Actual dates may vary each year (like, of course, Easter). The main dates given here are the final day, e.g. the relevant
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