Since September 2009, weather permitting, on the last Saturday of each month at 12:00 noon (except in August and December), the famous Changing of the Honor Guard takes place in front of the Royal Palace of La Almudaina, performed by soldiers of the Palma 47 Light Infantry Regiment. The uniqueness of this event lies in […]
The Beata Festival of Palma takes place every year on the third Saturday of October in honor of Saint Catalina Thomàs (1531–1574), popularly known as the “Beata” or “Beateta,” patron saint of Valldemossa and a central figure of Mallorcan devotion since her beatification in 1792. The procession always begins at the church of Santa Magdalena, […]
Palma’s Christmas Eve sparkles with its Matines de Navidad, one of the island’s most cherished traditions. Every 24th December, the Cathedral of Majorca hosts this historic and emotional celebration, featuring the much-anticipated Song of the Sibyl (El Cant de la Sibil·la, in Catalan), which has been declared Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO. This medieval chant […]
Palma’s Festa de l’Estendard, which takes place on 31 December in the Plaza de Cort, is one of Europe’s oldest civic ceremonies and Majorca’s longest-running public commemoration. The celebration commemorates King James I’s arrival in 1229 and the end of Muslim rule, ushering in the Kingdom of Majorca. It features deep medieval roots, a non-religious […]
The Fira del Ram returns to Palma in 2026 as one of the city's most eagerly awaited events of the year. This temporary amusement park combines fun, tradition and food for all ages. Local residents and visitors alike can enjoy thrilling rides and stalls serving traditional food over the course of several weeks. The festive […]
Join us in celebrating Joan Miró Day with a day full of magic, imagination and creativity, which is dedicated this year to the world of the circus. Juggling, tightrope walking, fun-filled activities, workshops, artistic exploration, a poetic circus show and much more, in a family-friendly programme packed with entertainment. Free entry; no prior registration required.
Palma’s Plaza Mayor will host the Pride Festival this coming Saturday, 27 June, from 6 pm to midnight.We’ll be joined by El Tesorito de la Isla, GŸE, DJ Inma del Valle, Baaldo, Lolita Khaos Drag and Cris Mental Drag, who will be headlining various performancesThe celebrations will kick off at 6.00 pm with sets by […]
