On the 17th, 18th and 19th of May, the new edition of the Capdepera Medieval Market will once again transport thousands of visitors back in time, offering a unique experience that combines the cultural wealth of the Middle Ages with the charm of this picturesque municipality in Mallorca’s Llevant region. This massive fair commemorates the foundation of Capdepera by Jaume II in the year 1300.
Thousands of people attend the Capdepera Medieval Market every year. Photo: Capdepera Town Hall.
On this weekend full of history and tradition, Capdepera transforms its streets and squares into a bustling market where artisans, artists and traders recreate medieval life in every corner of the heart of this charming town. From traditional crafts to the most authentic gastronomy, this long-awaited celebration offers a wide variety of products and activities for the enjoyment of young and old alike, with its famous Castell as the epicentre of the celebrations.
Ancient trades at the Medieval Market in Capdepera
While the senses are awakened by the tantalising aroma of medieval culinary delights filling the air, visitors can explore the craft stalls displaying the legacy of ancient professions. On both Saturday and Sunday, there will be workshops and artisans of iron, folk musical instruments, palm works and many others. These demonstrations of ancient crafts allow visitors to immerse themselves in Capdepera’s past and gain a better understanding of its rich heritage.
For example, Yolanda Izquierdo will be leading a tin workshop in the Plaça de l’Orient (Saturday from 10 am to 12 noon and from 4 to 6 pm and Sunday from 11 am to 1 pm and from 4 to 6 pm), where you can also enjoy the Mostra de Llata, the Mostra d’Espart, courtesy of the cultural association El Retorn de Eivissa, and the Mostra de Cordat de Cadires by Pep Toni Ferrer (Saturday from 4 to 8 pm and Sunday from 11 am to 2 pm).
Poster for the Capdepera Medieval Market 2024. Photo: Capdepera Town Hall.
Constant entertainment
In addition, entertainment is constant, with performances by musicians, jugglers and minstrels filling the streets with vibrant melodies and thrilling spectacles. Meanwhile, medieval combat displays and historical re-enactments offer thrilling duels between valiant knights that transport spectators back in time.
The little ones also have their space at the market, with activities specially designed for them, such as craft workshops, traditional games and children’s shows to keep them entertained throughout the day.
With its festive atmosphere and welcoming ambience, the Capdepera Medieval Market is an unforgettable celebration that delights people of all ages and leaves a lasting impression on all who experience it.
Immerse yourself in the magic of the Capdepera Medieval Market! More info here.
Photo: Ajuntament de Capdepera.
Programme of the Capdepera Medieval Market 2024
Friday, 17th May
10:00 – 14:00
- Visit to the Mercat (market) by pupils from the town’s schools.
- Visit of the elderly people from the residence and the Day Centre to the Mercat.
- Workshops and craft experiences of medieval trades.
18:00
- Opening of the Mercat on Carrer Ciutat with Principal.
- Cercavila (parade) with IXERA.
18:30
- Theatre show by the company BENGALA: De la taverna al circ in the Plaça del Sitjar.
- Exhibition of medieval combat and fencing by MILITAS MAIORCARUM in the Castell (castle).
19:00
- Inaugural opening speech of the Medieval Market 2024 in the Castell chapel, by Maria Orpí.
- Concert by the S’ALZINAR CHOIR.
19:30 Dance performance by NEFTIS PALOMA: Völva: La Fetillera, in the Plaça de l’Orient.
20:00
- IXERA Cercavila from the Castell to the Plaça de sa Menjua.
- Exhibition of medieval combat and fencing by MILITAS MAIORCARUM at the Castell.
20:30 Travelling show by the BENGALA company.
21:00 Fire show by IXERA in the Plaça de sa Menjua.
Folk Night
- 21:45 Concert by the group DO NATURAL in the Plaça de sa Menjua.
- 23:30 Concert by the Catalan group EL PONY PISADOR in the Plaça del Sitjar.
- 01:15 Concert by the group GROLLERS DE SA FACTORIA in the Plaça de sa Menjua.
Saturday, 18th May
10:30 Cercavila by SA XEREBANDA. Starting point: Plaça de l’Orient.
11:00
- Cercavila from the Plaça de l’Orient by BENGALA: El despertar.
- Exhibition of medieval combat and fencing in the Castell by MILITAS MAIORCARUM.
11:15 Cercavila with IXERA (going up to the castle).
11:30 y 12:30 In the Castell: Falconry exhibition by ARTFALCONS. There will be an exhibition of birds of prey throughout the weekend.
12:00 In the Plaça des Sitjar, TRACTATUS GABELLINUS: A minstrelsy review of the treatise and the Castell de Capdepera. Written by Joan Cabalgante and adapted and directed by Ivan Martín.
12:15 From the Castle, parade of knights by MILITES MAIORCARUM.
12:30 In the Plaça de sa Menjua, dance performance by NEFTIS PALOMA: Carruatge de zíngara.
12:45
- In the Castle, medieval music with IXERA.
- In the Plaça del Sitjar, show by the BENGALA company.
13:30 In the Plaça de sa Menjua, tribal dance show by DAHLIA TRIBAL TROUPE.
13:45 BENGALA touring show: Anam a dinar.
14:00 From the Castle, cercavila with IXERA.
14:30 In the Plaça del Sitjar, tribal dance show by DAHLIA TRIBAL TROUPE.
15:30 In the Plaça de sa Menjua, tribal dance show by DAHLIA TRIBAL TROUPE.
16:00 In the Castell, medieval combat and fencing exhibition by MILITAS MAIORCARUM.
16:30 Show in the Castell by the BENGALA company.
17:00 y 19:00 In the Castell, falconry exhibition by ARTFALCONS.
17:15 In the Plaça de l’Orient, dance performance by NEFTIS PALOMA: Bruixa endevinadora.
17:30 In the Plaça del Sitjar, knightly wrestling show by BASTIÓN PRODUCCIONES.
18:00 In the Castell, Plaça de l’Orient and Plaça Vella: Trobada de Xeremiers, with the xeremiers bands of Consell, Manacor and Sa Xerebanda.
19:00 From the Castell to l’Orient, through the Sitjar, cercavila by the BANDA DE MÚSICA DE CAPDEPERA.
19:15 Theatre show in the Plaça des Sitjar in BENGALA.
19:45 From the Castell, batucada (drum parade) by BATUCAP.
20:00
- In the Castell, medieval combat and fencing exhibition by MILITAS MAIORCARUM.
- In the Plaça de l’Orient, dance performance by NEFTIS PALOMA: Foc de Deeses.
20:30 In the Plaça de sa Menjua, concert by the group TOC DE CRIDA.
22:00 In the Plaça del Sitjar, fire show by SA SOLERA GABELLINA.
23:00 In the Plaça de sa Menjua, concert by the group IXERA..
24:00 In the Plaça del Sitjar, concert by the group XANGUITO.
01:30 In the Plaça de sa Menjua, concert by the group PETXANDONGOS.
Sunday, 19th May
10:30 From the Plaça de l’Orient towards the Castell, cercavila by SA XEREBANDA.
11:00
- Parade from the Plaça de l’Orient by BENGALA: El despertar.
- At 11:00 and 12:30 in the Castell, falconry exhibition by ARTFALCONS.
11:15 Ceremony of knighthood in the Castell chapel by MILITES MAIORCARUM.
11:30 From the Castell to Sitjar square, cercavila by IXERA.
12:00 In the Plaça del Sitjar, dance by the GEGANTS DE CAPDEPERA accompanied by SA XERABANDA.
12:30 Travelling show from the Plaça de l’Orient with the BENGALA company.
13:00
- In the Castell, medieval combat and fencing exhibition by MILITAS MAIORCARUM.
- In the Plaça de sa Menjua, tribal dance performance by NEFTIS PALOMA.
13:30 In the Plaça del Sitjar, circus show by BENGALA.
13:45 Cercavila de almogàvars by IXERA.
14:00 In the Plaça del Sitjar, tribal dance show by DAHLIA TRIBAL TROUPE.
15:00 En la plaza de sa Menjua, tribal dance performance by DAHLIA TRIBAL TROUPE.
16:00
- From the Castell, parade of knights by MILITES MAIORCARUM.
- In the Plaça del Sitjar, tribal dance show by DAHLIA TRIBAL TROUPE.
16:45
- In the Plaça del Sitjar, espectáculo de teatro de BENGALA.
- A las 17:00 y a las 19:00 en el Castell, exhibición de cetrería por ARTFALCONS.
17:30 In the Plaça del Sitjar, A minstrelsy review of the treatise and the Castell of Capdepera.
18:30 From the Castell to l’Orient, cercavila by the BANDA DE MÚSICA DE CAPDEPERA.
19:15 From the Castell towards l’Orient, batucada with BATUCAP.
20:00 In the church, closing of the market with the medieval concert by the GABELLINA CHOIR and the medieval dance show by ESTUDI DE DANSA STYLO.
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