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AT THE HEART OF ISLAND LIFE

Mercat Medieval | Medieval Market 2026, Capdepera

15 - 17 May 2026

Each May, the quaint village of Capdepera, nestled in the northeastern corner of Mallorca, transforms into a living tapestry of the Middle Ages. The Mercat Medieval—Capdepera’s beloved Medieval Market—is more than a fair; it’s a full-scale historical celebration that invites locals and visitors alike to walk through time.

By Claire Miller

First held in 2000, the Mercat Medieval was created to commemorate the founding of Capdepera's castle in 1300 by King Jaume II of Mallorca. This fortress, which still dominates the skyline, served as a strategic defence post against pirate attacks and a safe haven for the town's inhabitants. Over the years, the market has grown into one of the most popular medieval-themed festivals in the Balearic Islands, showcasing centuries-old traditions, artisan crafts, and folkloric performances.


Set within the walls of the castle and the cobblestone streets of the village, the market captures the essence of medieval life with costumed performers, falconry displays, fire eaters, and stalls selling handcrafted wares, traditional foods, and local delicacies.

Mercat Medieval 2026:


Friday 15th May


  • 18:00 — Market opening + opening parade with IXERA — Town Hall

  • 18:00 — Falconry exhibition by ARTFALCONS — Castle

  • 18:30 — "Tournament of Shadows" by BENGALA — Plaça des Sitjar

  • 19:00 — Opening speech + concert by CORAL S'ALZINAR — Castle Chapel

  • 19:30 — "Dreams of the Court" dance by NEFTIS PALOMA — Plaça de l'Orient

  • 19:30 — Parade with IXERA — Castle to Plaça de sa Menjua

  • 20:15 — "Stars" street performance by BENGALA — Roaming

  • 21:00 — Concert by XIMBOMBA ATÒMICA — Plaça de sa Menjua

  • 21:30 — Fire show "Spirits of the Castle" by IXERA — Castle

  • 22:15 — Fire show by SA SOLERA GABELLINA — Plaça des Sitjar

  • 23:30 — Concert by ÁNIMOS PARREC — Plaça de sa Menjua

  • 01:15 — Concert by REGGAETONPARE — Plaça de sa Menjua


Saturday 16th May


  • 10:30 — Parade with SA XEREBANDA — Plaça de l'Orient

  • 11:00 — "The Awakening" parade by BENGALA — Plaça de l'Orient

  • 11:30 — Falconry exhibition — Castle

  • 11:45 — Almogavar parade with IXERA — Streets

  • 12:00 — "Rondalletes" children's theatre — Plaça de l'Orient

  • 12:15 — Knights' parade by MILITES MAIORICARUM & DRACS DE FERRO — From the Castle

  • 12:30 — Theatre "The Castle" by BENGALA — Castle

  • 13:00 — "Dreams of the East" dance by NEFTIS PALOMA — Plaça de sa Menjua

  • 13:00 — Falconry exhibition — Castle

  • 13:30 — Tribal dance by DAHLIA TRIBAL TROUPE — Plaça des Sitjar

  • 13:45 — "Lunch Time" street performance by BENGALA — Roaming

  • 14:00 — Parade with IXERA — From the Castle

  • 14:30 — Tribal dance by DAHLIA TRIBAL TROUPE — Plaça de sa Menjua

  • 15:30 — Tribal dance by DAHLIA TRIBAL TROUPE — Plaça des Sitjar

  • 16:00 — "The Gypsy's Prophecy" dance by NEFTIS PALOMA — Plaça de l'Orient

  • 17:00 — "The Enchanted Kingdom Circus" theatre by BENGALA — Plaça des Sitjar

  • 17:30 — Falconry exhibition — Castle

  • 18:00 — Bagpipers gathering with XEREMIERS DE NA BABAIANA, XEREMIERS DE SANTA MARIA & SA XEREBANDA

  • 18:00 — Medieval combat by ORDEN DEL ALBA — Plaça des Sitjar

  • 18:30 — Parade by BATUCAP BATUCADA — Castle to Plaça de l'Orient

  • 19:00 — Falconry exhibition — Castle

  • 19:15 — "The Order of the Wandering Fire" by BENGALA — Plaça de l'Orient

  • 19:30 — "The Dragon of the Castle" dance by NEFTIS PALOMA — Castle

  • 19:30 — Parade with BANDA DE MÚSICA DE CAPDEPERA — Castle

  • 21:00 — Concert by IXERA COMPANYIA ALMOGÀVER — Plaça de sa Menjua

  • 21:30 — "Fire Rituals" dance by NEFTIS PALOMA — Plaça de l'Orient

  • 21:30 — Fire combat by ORDEN DEL ALBA — Plaça des Sitjar

  • 22:15 — Concert by PÈL DE GALL — Plaça des Sitjar

  • 23:45 — Concert by BABA JUSSIFÀ — Plaça des Sitjar

  • 01:00 — Concert by LA DIABLADA — Plaça de sa Menjua

Sunday 17th May


  • 10:30 — Parade with SA XEREBANDA and CAPARROTS — Plaça de l'Orient to Plaça des Sitjar

  • 11:00 — "The Awakening" parade by BENGALA — Plaça de l'Orient

  • 11:00 — Falconry exhibition — Castle

  • 11:15 — Knight Naming Ceremony — Castle Chapel

  • 11:30 — Parade with IXERA — Plaça de l'Orient to Castle

  • 12:00 — Dance of the GIANTS OF CAPDEPERA — Plaça des Sitjar

  • 12:30 — Falconry exhibition — Castle

  • 12:30 — Almogàver street parade by IXERA — Streets

  • 12:45 — "Medieval Circus" by BENGALA — Roaming

  • 13:30 — Tribal dance by DAHLIA TRIBAL TROUPE — Plaça de sa Menjua

  • 14:00 — "Tavern Games" BENGALA Circus — Plaça des Sitjar

  • 14:15 — "Sword Dance" by NEFTIS PALOMA — Plaça de sa Menjua

  • 15:00 — Tribal dance by DAHLIA TRIBAL TROUPE — Plaça des Sitjar

  • 16:00 — Tribal dance by DAHLIA TRIBAL TROUPE — Plaça de sa Menjua

  • 16:30 — Knights' parade by MILITES MAIORICARUM & DRACS DE FERRO — From the Castle

  • 17:00 — Falconry exhibition — Castle

  • 17:00 — "The Final Applause" theatre by BENGALA — Plaça de l'Orient

  • 17:45 — "Na Jerònia i sa llata" by Antònia Tur Balaguer — Plaça des Sitjar

  • 18:30 — Parade with BANDA DE MÚSICA DE CAPDEPERA — Castle to Plaça de l'Orient

  • 19:00 — Falconry exhibition — Castle

  • 19:15 — Closing parade with BATUCAP BATUCADA — Castle to Plaça de l'Orient

  • 20:00 — Closing ceremony with CORAL GABELLINA & BELLA DURMIENTE Ballet School — Church of Sant Bartomeu



Note: Exact times and programming may be confirmed closer to the event. Visitors are advised to follow the Capdepera municipal website (www.ajcapdepera.net) and social media channels for updates.

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