Christmas Markets & Fairs in Mallorca 2025
Our guide to some of the most notable Christmas markets and fairs you can visit on Mallorca in December.
Mallorca’s Christmas season offers a delightful mix of Mediterranean charm and festive European tradition. The island’s mild winter climate makes outdoor markets enjoyable, and towns and villages across Mallorca are decorated with lights, nativity scenes, and seasonal cheer.
While Spanish Christmas traditions differ from those in northern Europe, Mallorca embraces the holiday spirit with fairs, artisan markets, concerts, and special events. The season often stretches beyond December into early January, culminating in the feast of the Three Kings (Epiphany, January 6), which is a major gift-giving day in Spain.
Key Christmas Markets & Fairs in December
Here are some of the most notable Christmas markets and fairs you can visit on Mallorca in December:
Palma Christmas Fair & Ice Rink / Christmas Markets -
Where: Palma: Plaça d’Espanya, Plaça Major, La Rambla, Via Roma, Plaza de la Porta Pintada
When: Daily 10:00 – 21:00 (typically from late November through January)
Highlights: The largest and most central market. You’ll find numerous stalls selling crafts, decorations, local products, festive food, and drink.
Pueblo Español Christmas Market
Where: Palma, in Pueblo Español (open-air architectural museum)
When: Early to mid-December (usually late November – December 22)
Highlights: Over 80 stalls of handmade items, food, live music, and children’s workshops.
Puerto Portals Christmas Market
Where: Puerto Portals (Calvià municipality)
When: Mid-December – January 6
Highlights: Stylish market with quality stalls, often considered one of the best markets on the island, and sometimes ranked among Europe’s top Christmas markets.
Alcúdia Christmas Market
Where: Alcúdia old town and Port d’Alcúdia
When: Weekends and special dates in December
Highlights: Medieval streets set the stage, plus Christmas train, ice rink, concerts, and local food stalls.
Son Amar Christmas Wonderland
Where: Son Amar (theatre and entertainment venue near Palma)
When: Late November through December 22
Highlights: Festive shows, large market area, performances, Santa visits, and family entertainment.
Santanyí Christmas Market
Where: Santanyí
When: Late November through early January
Highlights: Traditional village market with local crafts, wine, live music, and festive ambiance.
Village & Local Fairs (Firàs de Nadal)
Where: Esporles, Santa Ponça, Muro, Lluc, Binissalem, and others
When: Early December weekends
Highlights: Small, charming markets in rural or mountain settings, with local artisan goods, music, and a warm community spirit.
Other smaller fairs appear in towns across Mallorca, each bringing its own local charm and seasonal atmosphere.
What to Expect at the Markets
Artisan & Handmade Goods: Locally made jewellery, ceramics, textiles, wood crafts, Christmas decorations, and nativity figures.
Gastronomy & Sweets: Traditional Mallorcan treats such as turrón, crespells, neules, roasted nuts, and hot beverages.
Live Music & Performances: Carol singing, local music groups, theatrical performances, and street entertainers.
Children’s Activities: Workshops, visits with Santa, bouncy castles, and small rides.
Ice Rinks & Winter Features: Especially in Palma and major venues, some markets include ice skating rinks and winter-themed attractions.
Lighting & Decorations: Streets and squares glow with Christmas lights and nativity scenes; the lighting ceremony in Palma marks the festive season’s official start.
December Highlights & Traditions
Markets typically begin in late November and run into early January (often until January 6, the day of the Three Kings).
In Palma, the Christmas lights switch-on is a major event in late November.
Many village fairs (Firàs) take place on early December weekends, such as in Esporles, Santa Ponça, and Lluc.
December 6 (Constitution Day) and December 8 (Immaculate Conception) are public holidays, often celebrated with special events and extended market hours.
On December 24, the “Canto de la Sibila” (Song of the Sibyl) is performed in many churches — a centuries-old Mallorcan Christmas Eve tradition and UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage.
Suggested Itinerary & Tips
Plan by location: Start with Palma’s main markets and then explore village fairs around the island.
Check schedules: Some markets operate only on weekends or specific dates.
Wear comfortable shoes: Many markets take place on cobbled streets and historic squares.
Carry some cash: While larger vendors accept cards, small stalls may prefer cash.
Visit in the evening: The lights and atmosphere are most magical after sunset.
Combine with culture: Explore nativity exhibitions, attend Christmas concerts, and enjoy the illuminated streets of Palma.