Chinese New Year 2026 in Palma already has a confirmed date and once again positions itself as one of the major cultural events of the winter in Mallorca. The celebration will take place on Sunday, 22 February 2026, starting at 11:00 a.m., in Plaça de Pere Garau, a location that has become firmly established as the heart of this festivity in the city. This has been announced by the K-Pop Baleares group.
Although the full programme has not yet been announced, experience from previous editions suggests a day filled with colour, tradition, gastronomy and a festive atmosphere, open to both residents and visitors.
Chinese New Year 2026 will be dedicated to the Fire Horse, a particularly symbolic combination within the Chinese lunar calendar. The Horse represents energy, movement, freedom and an entrepreneurial spirit, while the Fire element is associated with passion, transformation and vital force.
In Chinese tradition, this year is interpreted as a favourable period for change, new projects and decisive action—values that align well with the open and dynamic character this celebration has acquired in Palma.
Pere Garau, the epicentre of Chinese New Year in Palma
The Pere Garau neighbourhood has played a key role for years in the organisation and hosting of Chinese New Year in the city. The celebration has naturally integrated into the cultural life of the area, becoming an intercultural meeting space where neighbours, families and visitors share a festivity that is now part of Palma’s popular calendar.
The choice of Plaça de Pere Garau is no coincidence: it is a lively, diverse setting that represents the multicultural character of the city.
Organisation and spirit of the event
The Chinese New Year celebration in Palma is promoted by the Chinese Association of the Balearic Islands (ACHINIB), an organisation founded by the businessman and philanthropist Fang Ji with the aim of spreading Chinese culture, promoting inclusion and strengthening social, cultural and economic ties between China and the Balearic Islands.
The association highlights that this festival:
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Has been successfully integrated into local culture, with the support of institutions and companies.
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Has a strong emotional component for the Chinese community living in Mallorca.
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Functions as a tool for social cohesion and intercultural dialogue.
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Helps attract visitors and promote cultural and off-season tourism.
ACHINIB also maintains its commitment to preserving the authenticity of Chinese New Year, even in the face of growing interest from other territories in replicating the celebration.
What can we expect from Chinese New Year 2026 in Palma?
Although the official programme will be announced later, based on previous editions it is expected that the day will include:
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Traditional lion and dragon dances
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Cultural and artistic performances
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Family workshops and activities
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Chinese cuisine
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Musical performances and modern dance
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A festive atmosphere throughout the entire day
All of this in an open, free format designed for all audiences.
A key cultural event of the winter in Mallorca
The Chinese New Year 2026 in Palma will once again be one of the most popular and photographed cultural celebrations of the winter on the island. Its blend of tradition, citizen participation and international reach makes it a strategic event both culturally and touristically.
In the coming weeks, more details will be announced regarding the full programme, schedules and activities. Until then, the date can already be marked on the calendar: Sunday, 22 February 2026, Plaça de Pere Garau, Palma.
Photo: Ajuntament de Palma.
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