August
August in Mallorca is one of the busiest months of the year, with the season in full swing, hot days and balmy evenings it is a great time to visit. During this month you have a choice of festivals to visit.
Fiesta de la Patrona
Head to Pollenca for this popular and epic festival. A huge mock battle between the Moors and Christians where locals dress in 16th Century regalia and re enact the fight against the Ottoman pirates lead by Dragut who, in 1550, attacked the town. This event normally takes place over the first weekend in August and gets busy, head to the Town Hall for around 17.00 for some of the best action! It is something you will always remember during your holiday in Mallorca!
Port Adriano
This chic Port plays hosts to some of the biggest names in Music during August. Fantastic evening concerts surrounded by beautiful scenery and a laid back atmosphere.
Sa Pobla Jazz Festival
This maybe one of Mallorca's smallest towns but Sa Pobla has been a well know place in the Jazz World for years and has seen Jazz legends since starting the Festival 25 years ago! Expect to see Jazz artists with various styles from across the World....and all for free!
Pollenca Classic Music and Art Festival
This event is known internationally across the classical music festival circuit and forms part of the European Festival Association. The programme includes prominent orchestras and well-known soloists, choirs and opera singers.
Chopin Classical Music Fesival
Head to the beautiful town of Valldemossa where they celebrate the life and works of Chopin who took residency in the town for a while. There is a concert held every Sunday, the festival dates back to the 1930's.
Open Air Screen in Palma
If you fancy taking in a film whilst on holiday you can at Palma's Parc de la Mar which is turned into a huge open air cinema! With the Cathedral as the backdrop it could not be a more Romantic night at the Movies!
Village Festivals
During August there are a variety of festival and fairs throughout Mallorca. Local people enjoy music, dancing and fireworks. It seems like every day is a celebration in Mallorca!
Sailing Regatta
August is a big month in Mallorca for yachting. The Copa del Rey Regatta will welcome some of the best sailing crews in the world to Palma Bay. Yacht fanatics also make sure you have the Illes Balears Classics Regatta on your radar.
