Dia de les Illes Balears | Balearic Islands Day
1st March 2025
A big part of the festivities includes “Fira del Producte Local,” markets showcasing local Ibizan produce, crafts, and the work of local artists. Expect to find everything from handmade pottery to delicious Ibicenc delicacies like sobrassada and Ibizan salt, Olive oil and Hierbas Ibicencas. Public buildings are often open for free tours, and sports competitions, children’s activities, and workshops are organised, ensuring that there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Balearic Islands Day is more than just a public holiday—it’s a reminder of the rich cultural heritage of Ibiza and the Balearic Islands and the strength of their regional identity. Whether you’re exploring the markets, enjoying a concert, or taking in a traditional dance performance, March 1 is the perfect day to immerse yourself in the Balearic Islands’ culture.
Dia de les Illes Balears | Balearic Islands Day 2025 in Ibiza:
Thursday, 27th February
8:00 pm - VII Short Film Festival of the Balearic Islands
Location: Can Jeroni, Sant Josep de sa Talaia
Saturday, 1st March
Poliesportiu Sa Pedrera, Sant Antoni de Portmany
9:30 am - 12:30 pm - Motorcycling Day - Balearic Islands Day
Sant Josep de sa Talaia
10:00 am - 3:00 pm - Motocross Illes Balears MX Base
Hipòdrom de Sant Rafel
10:30 am - 2:30 pm - Craft Exhibition
Children's Workshops, Traditional Games, Giant Wooden Toys, Inflatables
11:00 am - Institutional Ceremony Traditional Dance by Sa Colla de Ball Pagès de Sant Carles de Peralta
Institutional Speech by the President of the Island Council of Ibiza
Parade of Carts
Tasting of Balearic Products
Pavelló Can Guerxo
4:00 pm - Open Intellectual Basketball Tournament - Balearic Islands Day (Regular Phase)
Sunday, 2nd March
Pistes CEIP Sa Bodega
9:00 am - 3x3 Basketball Tournament
Hipòdrom de Sant Rafel
10:00 am - X Chess Tournament - Balearic Islands Day 2025
Sant Josep de sa Talaia
9:00 am - 2:00 pm - Motocross Illes Balears MX Absolute
Pavelló Can Guerxo
10:00 am - Open Intellectual Basketball Tournament - Balearic Islands Day (Elimination Phase)
Hipòdrom de Sant Rafel - Sunday, 2nd March
12:30 pm - Trotting Race Trophy - Balearic Islands Day
1:30 pm - Projecte Mut Acoustic Performance
4:00 pm - Trotting Race Trophy - Balearic Islands Day
*Whilst we have done our best to cover the events in each town accurately, we do advise that you check for more information and updates on the Ajuntament instagram account or website for each area.
For more information and updates, visit diada.caib.es.
1st March 2025
By Claire Miller
Every year on March 1, the Balearic Islands celebrate the Dia de les Illes Balears or Balearic Islands Day. This special day commemorates the anniversary of the Statute of Autonomy of 1983, which marked the official recognition of Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza, and Formentera as an autonomous community within Spain. The holiday became a non-working day in 1999, and it has since grown into a major celebration that highlights the rich history, culture, and identity of these Mediterranean islands.
This day honours the unique blend of traditions, languages, and shared history that connect the four islands. While rooted in the past, the holiday is also a time to look toward the future, fostering a strong sense of regional pride.
In Ibiza you’ll find a variety of events that highlight local culture and craftsmanship. Artisan markets, the traditional ‘ball pagès’ dance performances, music concerts, and gastronomic fairs bring residents and visitors together to celebrate the island’s heritage. Each island—Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza, and Formentera—hosts its own unique events while sharing in the common themes of autonomy and cultural pride.
A big part of the festivities includes “Fira del Producte Local,” markets showcasing local Ibizan produce, crafts, and the work of local artists. Expect to find everything from handmade pottery to delicious Ibicenc delicacies like sobrassada and Ibizan salt, Olive oil and Hierbas Ibicencas. Public buildings are often open for free tours, and sports competitions, children’s activities, and workshops are organised, ensuring that there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Balearic Islands Day is more than just a public holiday—it’s a reminder of the rich cultural heritage of Ibiza and the Balearic Islands and the strength of their regional identity. Whether you’re exploring the markets, enjoying a concert, or taking in a traditional dance performance, March 1 is the perfect day to immerse yourself in the Balearic Islands’ culture.
Dia de les Illes Balears | Balearic Islands Day 2025 in Ibiza:
Thursday, 27th February
8:00 pm - VII Short Film Festival of the Balearic Islands
Location: Can Jeroni, Sant Josep de sa Talaia
Saturday, 1st March
Poliesportiu Sa Pedrera, Sant Antoni de Portmany
9:30 am - 12:30 pm - Motorcycling Day - Balearic Islands Day
Sant Josep de sa Talaia
10:00 am - 3:00 pm - Motocross Illes Balears MX Base
Hipòdrom de Sant Rafel
10:30 am - 2:30 pm - Craft Exhibition
Children's Workshops, Traditional Games, Giant Wooden Toys, Inflatables
11:00 am - Institutional Ceremony Traditional Dance by Sa Colla de Ball Pagès de Sant Carles de Peralta
Institutional Speech by the President of the Island Council of Ibiza
Parade of Carts
Tasting of Balearic Products
Pavelló Can Guerxo
4:00 pm - Open Intellectual Basketball Tournament - Balearic Islands Day (Regular Phase)
Sunday, 2nd March
Pistes CEIP Sa Bodega
9:00 am - 3x3 Basketball Tournament
Hipòdrom de Sant Rafel
10:00 am - X Chess Tournament - Balearic Islands Day 2025
Sant Josep de sa Talaia
9:00 am - 2:00 pm - Motocross Illes Balears MX Absolute
Pavelló Can Guerxo
10:00 am - Open Intellectual Basketball Tournament - Balearic Islands Day (Elimination Phase)
Hipòdrom de Sant Rafel - Sunday, 2nd March
12:30 pm - Trotting Race Trophy - Balearic Islands Day
1:30 pm - Projecte Mut Acoustic Performance
4:00 pm - Trotting Race Trophy - Balearic Islands Day
*Whilst we have done our best to cover the events in each town accurately, we do advise that you check for more information and updates on the Ajuntament instagram account or website for each area.
For more information and updates, visit diada.caib.es.