Partridge and Agricultural Fair – Montuïri
Dates: Early December
Where: Montuïri
Montuïri ushers in the festive season with its Partridge and Agricultural Fair, a beloved local event that combines rural tradition with seasonal flair. Held in early December, the fair showcases game dishes, traditional produce, and agricultural displays. Visitors can sample local cuisine, explore artisan stalls, and get to know the rural soul of Mallorca just as the island begins gearing up for the holidays.
Christmas Markets & Festive Highlights
Dates: Late November into December
Where: Palma (Plaça Major, Plaça d’Espanya, Pueblo Español), plus towns like Alcúdia, Inca, Manacor
As the island turns festive, Christmas markets spring to life across Mallorca. In Palma, enchanting stalls appear in Pueblo Español, transforming it into a magical “winter wonderland”, while Plaça Major and Plaça d’Espanya light up with seasonal decorations and crafts. Smaller towns also host markets, making Christmas shopping and strolling under festive lights a warm and memorable activity.
Ice Skating Experiences
Dates: Throughout December
Where: Palma (Parc de Ses Estacions), Port Adriano, Puerto Portals
Fun for all ages, Ice Park Mallorca in Palma opens in December, offering one of the island’s largest ice rinks. Coastal venues like Port Adriano and Puerto Portals also feature winter skating setups, adding festive flair by the sea. It’s an atmospheric and unexpected way to enjoy a “cool” slice of Mallorca’s winter activity.
The Song of the Sibyl (El Cant de la Sibil·la)
Date: 24 December (Christmas Eve)
Where: Churches across Mallorca, notably Palma Cathedral and Lluc Sanctuary
A UNESCO-recognized ritual, the Song of the Sibyl is performed during Midnight Mass on Christmas Eve. The haunting medieval chant fills churches like the Palma Cathedral with music and tradition, offering listeners a deeply moving, spiritual moment that stays with you long after the carols fade. Mallorcan Christmas Eve rituals rarely feel complete without experiencing this evocative tradition.
Festa de l’Estendard – Palma
Date: 31 December (New Year’s Eve)
Where: Plaza de Cort, Plaza España, Palma
On New Year’s Eve, Mallorca observes one of its oldest civic festivals: Festa de l’Estendard. It commemorates the 1229 conquest of Palma by King Jaume I with ceremonial readings, a flower offering at the statue of the king, and the raising of the standard in Plaza de Cort. It's a blend of history and civic pride — then the celebrations continue into the evening with the traditional 12 grapes at midnight and fireworks.