🎆 New Year’s Eve on Mallorca
New Year’s Eve in Mallorca blends celebration with tradition – whether you’re welcoming the year in a lively town square, a neighbourhood bar, or around the family table.
A beloved custom across the island is the “campanades”: at midnight, people eat 12 grapes – one with each bell chime – to welcome good luck for the year ahead. Many towns organise public countdowns in main squares, often with music, DJs, live bands and festive atmosphere, while others keep it small and local.
Depending on where you are, New Year’s Eve plans might include:
- Public parties and concerts organised by town halls
- Family-friendly countdowns earlier in the evening, especially for children
- Restaurant dinners and special menus
- DJ nights, club events and late-night celebrations
- Community gatherings with cava, grapes and music
New Year’s Day (1 January) tends to be calm and reflective, marked by church services, relaxed meals and long walks – a soft landing into the new year.
📌 Good to know:
Each of Mallorca’s 53 municipalities celebrates New Year’s Eve in its own way. Because programmes and locations can change or be announced last-minute, always check the Ajuntament’s official website or social media for the most up-to-date information on countdowns, parties and public events.
👉 To see what’s happening near you, see all the details below or check our website for our favourite celebrations across the island!
Mallorca in December is all about community, tradition and slowing down – a cosy, magical time to explore the island through its local festivities.
