🌸 All Saints’ Day (Tots Sants) in Mallorca
All Saints’ Day, known locally as Tots Sants, is a time of remembrance and reflection across Mallorca. Families honour their loved ones who have passed away by visiting cemeteries, cleaning and decorating graves with vibrant flowers — especially chrysanthemums, symbols of love and eternity.
The cemeteries fill with colour and quiet reverence, creating an atmosphere that is both solemn and serene.
The night before, All Hallows’ Eve, brings a livelier energy. In many towns, tradition meets modern festivity as some Mallorcans take part in the Rosari Encenall — an old custom where children recite prayers or verses in exchange for sweets or small gifts, much like trick-or-treating.
A highlight of the season is the culinary tradition that accompanies the celebration. Bakeries and markets overflow with panellets — delicate marzipan sweets often topped with pine nuts, almonds, or coconut — best enjoyed with a glass of moscatell, a sweet dessert wine. Seasonal treats like roasted chestnuts, sweet potatoes, and quince also fill local tables, capturing the island’s autumn flavours.
In the days leading up to Tots Sants, local markets and bakeries bustle with life, and some towns host fairs and cultural events that invite visitors to experience Mallorca’s traditions during this reflective holiday.
Mallorca observes public holidays at the national, regional, and local levels. For a full list and more information here.
🛍️ Are shops open in Mallorca on Saturday, November 1, 2025?
Yes — some shops and supermarkets may open, but many will remain closed.
Although All Saints’ Day (November 1) is a public holiday, it falls on a Saturday in 2025, a day when some businesses already close as part of their regular schedule. According to the official Balearic Government calendar of permitted commercial openings, November 1 is one of the approved dates when stores and shopping centres may open if they choose to.
🕗 In short:
- Large supermarkets and shopping centres (like FAN Mallorca, Porto Pi, or Alcampo) are likely to open, at least part of the day.
- Smaller local shops and independent businesses will most likely stay closed for the holiday.
If you plan to shop, check opening hours in advance — schedules can vary depending on the area and store.
