AT THE HEART OF ISLAND LIFE
Fira de ses Herbes 2026:
Saturday, 6 June
10:00 — Herb Workshop by Tomeu Mateu · L'Hort de les Rondalles, Carrer Escoles 7 (limited places; registration closed 29 May)
19:00 — Book presentation: Fira de ses Herbes, 25 anys and L'Estol de ses Herbes, un llibre per pintar · Placeta de l'Església
20:00 — Concert by the Selva Municipal Band + dance show 'Verònica' by Magdalena Garzon · Plaça Major
21:00 — Coca tasting with villagers (bring a coca; drop-off 18:30–19:00 at the parish hall) · Placeta de l'Església
Wednesday, 10 June
18:30, 19:00 & 19:30 — Theatre performance: Crist Rei. El centenari del gegant de pedra by CEIP Es Putxet de Selva students (pre-registration required: 971 94 10 27) · Auditorium Es Centre
Thursday, 11 June
18:00 — Book presentation: Les receptes de Miceli per cuinar en família and Les receptes dolces de Miceli per cuinar en família by Marga Coll · Ca ses Blaies
18:30 — Façade decoration workshop by Julià Frau; sale of fair handkerchiefs & pins (€1) · Plaça Major
20:00 — Book presentation: Ses Collidores, Recolectoras de Olivas by Maria José Noguera · Ca ses Blaies
Friday, 12 June
19:00 — Opening of exhibitions by CEIP Es Putxet de Selva students · La Rectoria
19:30 — Dance show by Agrupació Aires de Muntanya de Selva · Plaça Major
21:00 — Nit de Tapes: bars, restaurants and cafés serve tapas and drinks · Plaça Major
22:00 — Screening: 25 anys de la Fira de ses Herbes · Plaça Major
Saturday, 13 June — Main Fair Day
07:30 — Dawn gathering of myrtle collectors · Plaça Major
09:00 — Decoration of the church steps · Plaça Major
09:00–13:00 — Essential oils distillation workshop by Joan Cànaves (€20, limited places) · L'Hort de les Rondalles (registration: juancanavesd@gmail.com)
17:00 — Crida del Saig de les Herbes with the Xeremiers de Selva · Plaça Major
17:00 — Market opens: medicinal plants, cosmetics, liqueurs, perfumes, books, organic products · Plaça Major
17:30 — Entrada de la Murta i Cercavila: procession of collectors and dimonis with the Xeremiers · starting at Carrer Cirers
18:00 — Distillation process begins + Ball de l'Estol de ses Herbes · Plaça Major
21:00 — Distillation process ends
23:00 — Foc de l'Estol de ses Herbes with giants na Rosa i en Pau de Selva · Plaça Major
23:30 — Batucada Gorimba · Plaça Major
00:00 — Closing of the fair

by Claire Miller
The origins of the Herb Fair can be traced back to age-old practices in the Mallorcan countryside, where generations of villagers roamed the hillsides collecting wild herbs for healing balms, flavourful seasonings, and fragrant liqueurs. The festival honours this natural heritage, turning Selva into a living museum of herbal wisdom and local culture. Cobblestone streets are lined with stalls offering everything from artisanal oils to traditional herbal remedies and handmade cosmetics, all infused with the island’s native botanicals.
Fira de ses Herbes 2026 | Herb Fair | Selva
6 - 13 June 2026
Every June, the tranquil mountain village of Selva, perched on the edge of the Tramuntana range in Mallorca, bursts into life with the celebration of the XXVII Fira de ses Herbes—the Herb Fair. In 2026, this beloved local tradition returns for its 27th edition from June 6 - 13th, inviting visitors to immerse themselves in the aromatic world of Mallorca’s medicinal and culinary herbs.
More than just a fair, the Fira de ses Herbes is a celebration of identity, sustainability, and community. It’s where ancient traditions meet modern creativity, and where every scent tells a story. Whether you're a seasoned botanist, a curious traveller, or a lover of Mallorcan culture, this is a rare opportunity to see—and smell—Selva at its finest.


