Fiestas del rey Jaime I en Calviá

Introduction and local significance

The fiestas of King Jaime I in Calviá represent one of the key events in the festive calendar of this municipality in Illes Balears. This edition is officially celebrated from 11 to 13 September 2026, although the programme includes activities that start as early as August. The celebration offers cultural and leisure proposals spread across different locations in the town.

Historical origins and tradition

Among the traditional events, the popular Mallorcan games stand out, which are part of the recreational programme and revive local customs. These activities include sack races, tug of war, egg and spoon races, and Mallorcan bowling. Other games practiced are the handkerchief game, ring toss, stilt walking, and horseshoe throwing.

Programme and main events

The calendar of events extends over several weeks, combining activities in August and September 2026 in various public spaces:

• 14 August, 21:00 h · Performance by comedian Agustín «El Casta» (Parque de la calle Lope de Vega)
• 16 August, 10:00–17:00 h · Day at Western Water Park (Western Water Park)
• 18 August, 20:00–23:30 h · Pa amb oli for the elderly, dinner and music with DJ (Recinto ferial de Son Ferrer)
• 19 August, 21:00–22:00 h · Children's Correfoc (Recinto ferial and campito de futbito)
• 20 August, 18:00–19:30 h · Parade with batucada (Recinto ferial and streets of Son Ferrer)
• 20 August, 19:30–21:00 h · Correaigua (Campito de futbito)
• 21 August, 22:00–23:00 h · Correfoc (Recinto ferial, streets Àguila and Milana, and campito de futbito)
• 22 August, 16:00–20:00 h · Water Party and Children's Foam Party (Parque de los Chorros)
• 28 August, 19:00–01:00 h · Outdoor cinema (Plaza de las Palmeras)
• 11 September, 18:00–22:30 h · Children's afternoon with bouncy castles and family dinner (Plaza de la Conquesta)
• 11 September, 21:00–22:30 h · Outdoor children's cinema: Lilo & Stitch (Plaza de la Conquesta)
• 12 September, 22:30–00:30 h · Performance by Gintonics Band (Plaza de la Conquesta)
• 13 September, 18:00–20:00 h · Promotion of traditional and popular games (Plaza de la Conquesta)

Traditional festival food

The recipes for these festivities include traditional dishes linked to community gatherings. Notably, pa amb oli, which is served during the dinner for the elderly at the fairground in Son Ferrer, accompanied by music with a DJ. This dish is connected to the culinary customs of Illes Balears.

Visitor guide and where to stay

To enjoy the fiestas of King Jaime I in Calviá without any issues, it is advisable to book accommodation in advance for the dates of the celebration. Staying in the municipality itself or in nearby towns makes it easier to attend the scheduled night events in places like Plaza de la Conquesta or Son Ferrer. On the busiest days, it is preferable to use public transport or park outside the centre. Additionally, it is recommended to check the official programme before travelling, as times and events may be subject to change.