The Sant Elm Festivities 2024 in honour of Santa Catalina Thomàs are a highlight in the cultural calendar of Andratx. This year, the festivities have been extended until the 11th of August to enhance its traditions and offer a richer and more varied experience for residents and visitors alike. These celebrations include the famous battle of Moros i Cristians, an emblematic event that brings together a crowd dressed in traditional costumes, representing peasants and Moors, and takes place on the platja de Sant Elm. It is a historical re-enactment that attracts locals and tourists alike, creating a festive atmosphere full of colour and music.

Image of the Moors and Christians of the Sant Elm Fair. Photo: Visit Andratx.

Sa Palomera Fair

This year, for the first time, the Sa Palomera Fair will be held, which promises to be another of the highlights of the festivities, along with the Moors and Christians. In addition to the craft stalls, the fair will feature equestrian shows, storytelling, sword workshops and the presence of caparrots (traditional big-heads). This initiative aims to offer a complete cultural experience and attract a diverse public.

The programme of activities also includes concerts, dance performances, and a variety of workshops and activities for children and adults, so the Sant Elm Festival 2024 promises to be a memorable event, full of tradition, culture and entertainment for all ages.

Sant Elm Festivities 2024 Programme

Saturday, August 3rd

  • 10 am. Fira de Sa Palomera
    • 10 am. Cavallistes Parade. Av. Jaume I
    • 11:30 am. Children’s Storytelling / Sword and Shield Workshop. C/ Mestral
    • 1 pm. “Tapa Trapa”. Forn Sa Palomera Beach / La Cocotte / Bar Petit / Beach Tigy’s
    • 6 pm. Caparrots Sant Elm and s’Arracó. Av. Jaume I
  • 8 pm. Moors and Christians
    • Location: Platja de Sant Elm

  • 10 pm. Barrilete Cósmico Concert
    • Location: Platja de Sant Elm

Sunday, August 4th

  • 6 pm. Games with beach mattresses and sandcastles
    • Location: Platja de Sant Elm
    • Organised by: Associació Amics de Sant Elm

Monday, August 5th

  • 6 pm. Drawing Contest
    • Location: Parking lot in front of the Church
    • Organised by: Associació Amics de Sant Elm
  • 7 pm. Tortilla Contest
    • Location: Parking lot in front of the Church
    • Organised by: Associació Amics de Sant Elm

Tuesday, August 6th

  • 6 pm. Sweet and Savoury Coca Contest
    • Location: Parking lot in front of the Church
    • Organised by: Associació Amics de Sant Elm
  • 7 pm. Watermelon Eating Contest
    • Location: Parking lot in front of the Church
    • Organised by: Associació Amics de Sant Elm
  • 8 pm. Truc Tournament
    • Location: Bar Can Verda

Wednesday, August 7th

  • 8:30 pm. Truc Tournament Finals
    • Location: Bar Can Verda
  • 8:30 pm. Pa amb oli
    • Location: Sports Court
    • Price: €10
    • Organised by: Associació Amics de Sant Elm
  • 9:30 pm. Charity Raffle
    • Location: Sports Court
    • Organised by: Associació Amics de Sant Elm

Thursday, August 8th

  • 6 pm. Volleyball and Slackline Tournament
    • Location: Platja de Sant Elm
    • Organised by: Associació Amics de Sant Elm
  • 10 pm. Nits a la fresca: NATXO TARRES & THE WIRELESS, BOB MARLEY TRIBUTE
    • Location: Platja de Sant Elm

Friday, August 9th

  • 10 am to 12 pm. Keyda Open House: Kayak and Paddle Surf Activities
  • 9:30 pm. Screening of TEIXENT XARXES ANCESTRALS: ARTISANAL FISHING GEAR ON THE ANDRATX COAST
  • 11 pm. Dance Party
    • Location: Sports Court
    • Performances by: Orquesta Vintage, Jimmys Fantasy, Bòfies Mails, DJ Martin

Saturday, August 10th

  • 12 pm to 2 pm. Exhibition of Classic Cars and Motorcycles
    • Location: C/ Mestral
    • In collaboration with: Classic Riders
  • 8 pm. Solemn Mass in honour of Santa Catalina Thomás
    • Location: Església de Sant Elm
  • 9 pm. Itinerant Dance by Agrupació Aires d’Andratx
    • Location: Av. Jaume I
  • 11 pm. Festitelm Dance Party (wear white clothing, neon makeup booth available)
    • Location: Sports Court
    • Performances by: Orquesta Maritim, Ippops the Hawaiians, DJ J.Fernandez

Sunday, August 11th

  • 8:30 pm. Popular Paella
    • Location: Sports Court
    • Price: €10
    • Organised by: Associació Amics de Sant Elm
  • 9 pm. Performance by Escoleta Aires d’Andratx
    • Location: Sports Court
  • 10 pm. Performance by Mado Pereta
    • Organised by: Associació Amics de Sant Elm
    • Location: Sports Court