Transport strike in Palma: EMT establishes minimum services in view of workers’ strike
Today, October 28, 2024, Palma is facing a public transport strike organized by EMT (Municipal Transport Company) staff. This strike stems from the lack of agreement between EMT management and unions regarding working and salary [...]
Ratapinyada celebrates Halloween with free activities for young people in Palma
The Ajuntament de Palma is organising the much-anticipated 45th edition of the Ratapinyada for the evening of 31 October. This event, held in celebration of Halloween and the Nit de les Ànimes, is tailored for [...]
Prohens and Sánchez agree to negotiate a new railway investment agreement
The President of the Government of the Balearic Islands, Margalida Prohens, has reached an agreement with the President of the Government of Spain, Pedro Sánchez, to begin negotiations on a railway investment agreement for the [...]
The Evolution Mallorca International Film Festival 2024 programs 144 screenings
The Evolution Mallorca International Film Festival (EMIFF), now in its 13th edition, once again celebrates the art and culture of cinema, staying true to its mission: Connecting Cultures - Connecting People. This independent film festival [...]
Decrease in crimes and increase in arrests during the 2024 season in Calvia
The security report for Calvià during the 2024 season highlights a 12.3% reduction in recorded crimes compared to the previous year, translating to 556 criminal cases and 283 arrests between 1 April and 30 September. [...]
“Quino en la música” arrives at Casal Solleric to celebrate the legacy of the creator of Mafalda
The Casal Solleric in Palma is hosting the exhibition "Quino en la música" from 24 October 2024, a tribute to the iconic Argentine cartoonist Joaquín Salvador Lavado Tejón, better known as Quino. The exhibition coincides [...]
The Balearic Islands lead the energy transition with the first green hydrogen injection in Spain
The President of the Government of the Balearic Islands, Margalida Prohens, has marked a new milestone in the islands' energy innovation by attending the launch of Spain's first hydrogen pipeline, located in Cas Tresorer. This [...]
Juan March Foundation in Palma begins the 2024-2025 season with a wide cultural offering
Juan March Foundation in Palma is launching its new 2024-2025 season. The programme will begin on 26th September with various conferences, workshops, exhibitions, and film series. Among the most notable activities are a series of lectures [...]
MajorDocs 2024 to bring together documentary film lovers in Mallorca
From October 3 to 7, Palma will become the epicenter of documentary cinema with the fifth edition of MajorDocs 2024. This unique festival, held at the iconic s’Escorxador and its new venue, the Estudi General [...]
Mallorca increases places and offers new studies for the VET course 2024-2025
The 2024-2025 Vocational Training (FP) course in Mallorca starts by expanding educational opportunities with a total of 10,650 places, 308 more than the previous year. This increase responds to the growing interest in these studies, [...]
Naukas 2024 comes to Palma: a free 360º day of scientific dissemination
On Saturday, October 5th, Palma will become the epicenter of science with the celebration of Naukas Palma 2024, one of the most anticipated science outreach events of the year. The event will take place at [...]
Open House Palma 2024 will delve into the housing conflict in Ciutat de Mallorca
Open House Palma 2024 is gearing up to celebrate its fourth edition, establishing itself as one of the island's most anticipated cultural events. This architecture festival, designed to bring the world of architecture to all [...]
The Son Ferriol 2024 Fair will have more than 100 stands
On 22 September, Son Ferriol will host the 30th edition of its iconic Fair, an event that attracts thousands of visitors from all over Mallorca each year. Organised by the Associació d’Indústria i Comerç de [...]
Fira B! 2024 will be held from 3 to 6 October and from 6 to 9 November.
The Fira B! returns in 2024 with a diverse program of music and performing arts in Palma, organized by the Institut d’Estudis Baleàrics (IEB). From October 3 to 6 and November 6 to 9, the [...]
Agreement for the opening of businesses on holidays and Sundays in 2025
The Government of the Balearic Islands has approved, for the first time unanimously, the commercial opening calendar for holidays and Sundays in 2025. The decision was made during the Inter-Island Advisory Commission on Commerce, with [...]
Clean-up boats removed more than 7,200 kg from the Balearic coastline in August
The cleaning vessels of the Conselleria del Mar and del Ciclo del Agua have removed 7,295.13 kilograms of waste from the waters of the Balearic Islands during the month of August. This amounts to a [...]
The Casals de Barri in Palma offer 234 activities for the 2024-2025 term
The Ajuntament de Palma has announced the programme for the new term in the Casals de Barri, which will see a 10% increase in activities and almost 15% more places compared to the previous year. [...]
The Consell de Mallorca presents the 2024 Awards, Honours and Distinctions
The Consell de Mallorca has held the ceremony for the 2024 Awards, Honours, and Distinctions, recognising 17 individuals and entities for their contributions to the island in an event that marks the culmination of the [...]
The CPI in the Balearic Islands drops to 2.3% in August, its lowest level since 2021
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) in the Balearic Islands dropped to 2.3% in August year-on-year, six-tenths less than the previous month. According to data published by the National Institute of Statistics (INE), this is the [...]
‘Una Nit a la Serra’ 2024-2025 offers a night in Galatzó to schoolchildren from Mallorca
The Consell de Mallorca has launched a new edition of the "Una Nit a la Serra" program, which will allow primary school students to enjoy a unique experience: spending a night at the Galatzó refuge [...]
The 2024-2025 Season of the Orquestra Simfònica de Balears includes more than 50 concerts
The Orquesta Sinfónica Illes Balears (OSIB) has unveiled its exciting 2024-2025 season, which includes over 50 concerts across regular programming, extraordinary events, operas, and educational cycles. The main subscription season will feature 11 concerts at [...]
Nit de l’Art 2024 in Palma: a vibrant programme of contemporary art
On the upcoming 21st of September, the streets and galleries of Palma will be filled with contemporary art during the celebration of the Nit de l'Art 2024, one of the most important events on Mallorca's [...]
Palma’s municipal theatres will offer 139 performances during the 2024-2025 season
The Palma City Council has unveiled its ambitious cultural programme for the 2024-2025 season at the municipal theatres, featuring 92 artistic proposals, 139 performances, and 9 premieres. The programme includes theatre, music, circus, dance, magic, [...]
The Constitutional Court annuls the 30-minute rule for VTCs in the Balearic Islands
The Constitutional Court has annulled the Balearic regulation that required ride-hailing companies (VTC) to enforce a minimum pre-booking time of 30 minutes. This decision marks a new turn in the regulatory battle between public administrations [...]
The 2024 European Mobility Week in Palma arrives with familiar activities
The European Mobility Week 2024 will take place in Palma from 16 to 22 September, with a wide programme of activities aimed at promoting sustainable mobility. This year’s event is presented under the theme "Shared [...]
The Catalan Book Week 2024 in Palma celebrates Mallorcan literature
The Catalan Book Week 2024 will be held from September 12 to 15 in the gardens of the Centro Cultural La Misericòrdia in Palma. This emblematic literary event, organized by the Consell de Mallorca, celebrates [...]
The VII OUT! LGTBIQ+ Film Festival arrives in Palma with an exciting programme
The VII OUT! LGTBIQ+ Film Festival of the Balearic Islands will be held from 11 to 19 September 2024 in Palma, where it has established itself as a must-attend event for LGTBIQ+ cinema. This year, [...]
The Consell promotes the first Mallorca Bakery Festival
The Consell organizes the first edition of the Mallorca Bakery Festival. This event will take place on September 14 at the Centro Cultural La Misericòrdia in Palma. This gastronomic gathering, part of the Diada de [...]
September cultural programme in Palma: Theatre, music, and exhibitions
The Palma City Council has prepared a vibrant cultural programme for September 2024, featuring events including theatre, art exhibitions, music, and festivals. Below are the key events you won’t want to miss. Exhibitions at Casal [...]
Algaidart 2024 displays art in the streets of Algaida
Algaidart 2024 celebrates art in the streets of Algaida, featuring a wide range of exhibitions, installations, and performances in various locations throughout the town. The event brings together numerous artists from the Balearic Islands and [...]