Festes de la Mare de Déu del Carme 2026 – Cala Bona
Een van de Cala Bona’s most cherished summer traditions returns as the seaside town celebrates the Festes de la Mare de Déu del Carme, patron saint of fishermen, with a week of family-friendly activities, live music, local traditions and maritime celebrations.
Vanaf 9-16 juli 2026, the harbour and promenade come alive with beach parties, traditional Mallorcan culture, artisan markets, outdoor dining, children’s entertainment and sporting activities, culminating in the much-loved Processó Marítima and fireworks display on the feast day of 16 juli.
Festival Highlights
9 juli - Cala Bona Beach Party
Kick off the festivities with an evening beach party on Cala Bona’s accessible beach.
10 juli
Geniet van een levendige Batubanda and Xeremiers parade along the promenade, a traditional Mallorcan folk dance performance by Agrupació Folklòrica Sa Revetla, and the Festa de la Confraria de Pescadors, vieren Cala Bona’s fishing heritage.
11 juli
Blader door de Fironet Night Artisan Market, watch a traditional slingshot competition by the sea, and join the popular Fideuà Dinner & Verbena at the fishermen’s harbour, featuring live music and a communal outdoor dinner.
12 juli
Begin de dag met een sunrise yoga session by the sea, then spend the evening exploring the artisan market, children’s entertainment, and an open Bal van Bot folk dancing evening with the group Esclafits i Castanyetes.
13 juli
Doe mee aan een family-friendly bicycle ride along the coast, suitable for all ages.
16 juli – Mare de Déu del Carme
The festival reaches its emotional finale with the plechtige mis at the fishermen’s harbour, followed by the traditional Maritieme processie honouring the patron saint as decorated boats accompany the Virgin across the bay. The celebrations conclude with a spectacular vuurwerk over Cala Bona harbour. ✨
Gebeurtenis Overzicht
📍 Locatie: Cala Bona Harbour & Promenade, Son Servera, Mallorca
📅 Data: 9-16 juli 2026
🎟 Prijs: Most events are free (the popular Fideuà dinner on 11 July requires a €10 ticket)
Waarom gaan?
Combining authentic maritime traditions with live music, artisan markets, local gastronomy and family-friendly activities, the Festes de la Mare de Déu del Carme offer the perfect opportunity to experience one of Mallorca’s most charming seaside celebrations.