Popular festivals in Menorca

There is a wide variety of popular festivals in Menorca that are focused on entertaining and creating a playful space for the little Menorcans.

The popular festivals of Menorca

There is a wide variety of popular festivals in Menorca, such as Sant Antoni, which is celebrated in different towns on the island in January. During this festivity, traditional dances and bonfires are organized. In addition, typical foods are distributed, such as flaó (a cheesecake) and sobrassada (a sausage).

Another important celebration is the Mare de Déu del Carme festival, which is held in mid-July. During this festivity, a maritime procession is carried out in which the image of the virgin is carried by boat through the port of Maó.

We can also highlight the festival of the Virgen del Toro, which is celebrated at the beginning of September. During this festivity, a procession is carried out in which the image of the virgin is carried through the streets of the town of Es Mercadal. Just as ses matances de bujots or es llumets de Maó are remarkable.