Every February, the charming town of Son Servera in Mallorca transforms into a hub of activity as it celebrates the Almond Blossom Fair, known locally as Fira de la Flor d’Ametler.

The Santa Àgueda Festival in Sencelles is a cherished annual event that combines vibrant traditions, religious reverence, and community spirit to honour Santa Àgueda (Saint Agatha), the patron saint of the town. Taking place from February 1 to February 5, the festival offers a rich program of cultural, culinary, and religious activities that highlight the heritage of Sencelles and its devotion to this saint.

The Sant Blai Festival is a cherished tradition in Campos, held in honor of Saint Blaise, a revered bishop and healer known for his miraculous cures of throat ailments. The focal point of the celebration is the Sant Blai oratory church, where a special mass is conducted. During the ceremony, attendees participate in a throat anointment ritual with blessed oil, symbolising protection and healing. Almond bread, a traditional treat, also plays a role in the festivities.

In February each year Mallorca erupts with the lively Carnival festival celebrations. But why do we celebrate this tradition and how is it honoured today across the island? Feature writer Claire Miller finds out more about the weird, whimsical wonder that is Carnival in Mallorca.