Easter in Mallorca isn’t all about chocolate eggs and bunnies. It’s a time of traditions, processions, pastries and big family gatherings in the spring sunshine.
Semana Santa – Holy Week – is one of the most important weeks in the Spanish calendar, and Mallorca is no exception. Semana Santa 2026 begins on March 29, Palm Sunday, and ends on April 5, Easter Sunday, with religious processions held in towns and villages across the island throughout the week. These are organised by cofradías – local brotherhoods that have kept this tradition going for generations. Some participants wear long robes and tall pointed hoods called capirotes; others don’t, depending on the town and the day. They carry religious statues, wooden crosses, candles, and ornate floats through the streets, usually to the slow beat of a drum.
The biggest and most atmospheric events happen in Palma, but towns like Pollença, Sineu, and Artà all have their own long-standing traditions worth timing your trip to see. Whether you’re there for the processions, the pastries, or simply the best of the island in spring, here’s what to know for Easter 2026.
Semana Santa 2026: Key Dates & Events in Palma
Procession of the standards | 26 March
Procesión dels Estandards; Palma’s opening procession passes through the old town on route to Palma Cathedral.
When: 19h
Where: Iglesia de Sant Felip Neri to La Seu (Palma Catedral)
Palm Sunday | 29 March
Domingo de Ramos; Palm Sunday marks the official start of Holy Week with the blessing of palm leaves and branches in churches across the island. In Palma, the procession departs from the church of Sant Jaume at 18h, winds through Passeig del Born and Jaume III. Children carry elaborately woven palm fronds – it’s one of the more family-friendly moments of the week.
When: 18h
Where: Iglesia de Sant Jaume to Iglesia de la Concepció
Two more processions on 31 March – one at 19h from the church of Nostra Senyora del Carme in the seaside neighbourhood of El Molinar, and a candlelit procession at 21h from Sant Nicolau in the old town.
Holy Wednesday | 1 April
Miercoles Santo; processions across Palma incl:
Iglesia de Santa Margalida | 20h
Iglesia de Santa Creu | 20:30
Iglesia de Nostra Senyora de la Soledat | 21h
Maundy Thursday | 2 April
Public holiday – Balearic Islands
Jueves Santo; One of the most dramatic processions, and the one to plan your Palma evening around. All of the city’s cofradías come together for the Processó del Sant Crist de la Sang. Brotherhoods move through the old town in long robes and hoods, often barefoot, carrying wooden crosses, candles, and ornate religious floats.
The procession passes through the businest old town streets including La Rambla, Carrer Oms, Plaça Major and Plaça Cort, ending at the Cathedral (in that order). It moves slowing and lasts around three to four hours so if you’re arriving early in the evening, best to position yourselves at the beginning of the route.
When: 19h
Where: Iglesia de l’Anunciació to Palma Cathedral
Good Friday | 3 April
Public holiday
Viernes Santo; The most solemn day of the week. In Palma, a procession winds through the old town after dark, passing Plaça Santa Eulalia and Plaça Cort.
When: 19h
Where: Basílica de Sant Francesc to Palma Cathedral
Easter Sunday | 5 April
Domingo de Pascua; Easter Sunday marks the end of Holy Week on a high note. The Processó de l’Encontre takes place in the morning in Palma and in towns including Pollença, Felanitx, and Artà – statues of Christ and the Virgin Mary meet in front of the church, followed by music and family celebrations out in the streets.
Easter Monday | 6 April
Public holiday
Lunes de Pascua; Easter Monday is a public holiday across Mallorca, and it’s often spent outdoors. An old tradition ‘Pancaritat’ would see families head to countryside sanctuaries with food to share (the word comes from pa bread’ + caritat ‘charity’). Nowadays it’s more common to meet up at beaches, countryside parks, or at the homes of friends and family.
** Procession Times for Pollença and Arta pending confirmation. Check back soon **
Tips for Watching the Processions with Kids
Plan to experience a Palma procession on either Palm Sunday or Maundy Thursday – these are the easiest, and most entertaining, to watch with kids.
On Palma Sunday, Head for the top of Passeig del Born of Plaça de Cort for wider streets and space to play as you wait.
On Maundy Thursday, if you hope to watch the procession early in the evening, position yourself along the barrier (or line of chairs) on Carrer d’Oms close to where it meets La Rambla.
The pointy hats can look rather scary at first. They’re called capirotes and are part of a long-standing religious tradition, symbolising anonymity and penitence.
Pushchairs need a bit of planning. You can manage on the wider streets like Passeig del Born, but there’s little wriggle room on the narrow streets, A carrier is easier if you plan to move around.
Keep expectations simple. These are slow, quiet processions – not a parade. Something to watch for a while, then head off for dinner.
Other Things to Do at Easter
While the processions are the main event, some towns hold Easter markets and concerts during the week. A handful of family-focused events also run across the island, often with Easter egg hunts and the occasional Easter bunny appearance:
Naturacavall Easter Egg Hunt | 4 April
A countryside Easter experience set at a rural finca, with an egg hunt, horse walks, crafts and outdoor play.
When: Daytime sessions (booking required)
Where: Naturacavall / Finca Sa Cova Vella
Price: €30 per child (ages 6–12)
Easter Kids Workshop at Santina (Puerto Portals) | 5–6 April
A family-friendly Easter workshop with arts and crafts, egg painting, face painting and an egg hunt, set at Santina Harbour Club in Puerto Portals. The ticket price includes the workshop + mini pizzas, mini pancakes, water and supervision.
When: 11–13h
Where: Santina Harbour Club, Puerto Portals
Price: €25 per child
Easter Week at Four Seasons Resort Mallorca at Formentor | 29 March – 5 April
A polished Easter programme, with select family-focused dining experiences and events open to non-hotel guests;
Family Sundays – Arroces & Sobremesa | 29 March & 5 April
A long Sunday lunch with live-cooked rice dishes and Kids Club activities during lunch | 12:30–16h | €70 adults, €30 children (drinks not included) | Includes complimentary parking
Easter Market & Brunch | 4 April
A curated market with local brands and family workshops incl. pottery, painting and basket making, an Easter egg hunt in the garden and brunch at Quiosc | From 12.30h | €95 adults, €35 children (up to 12) (drinks not included) | Includes complimentary parking
Artestruz Easter Egg Hunt | 4–5 April
Set on Mallorca’s ostrich farm, this Easter event combines egg hunts, games and prizes with the chance to see the island’s largest eggs and spend time outdoors.
When: Daytime sessions (booking required)
Where: Artestruz Mallorca
El Pueblo de las Maravillas | 2–5 April
Pueblo Español transforms into a fantasy world with themed shows, characters, games, workshops and egg hunts throughout the day.
When: 11–22h
Where: Pueblo Español, Palma
Easter Sunday Funday at Tom Browns | 5 April
Free event (food and drinks paid separately)
A lively beachfront Easter Sunday with games, face painting and live entertainment, set right on the Magaluf seafront.
When: From 13h
Where: Magaluf beachfront
More info here: Tom Browns
Turtle Beach Easter Family Day | 4 April
Free event (donations encouraged)
A charity Easter event with live music, entertainment, face painting, an egg hunt and a raffle, set on the beachfront in Palmanova.
When: From 13h
Where: Turtle Beach, Palmanova
More info
Fira del Ram | Until 12 April
Fira del Ram Mallorca’s biggest funfair runs though the easter weekend until April 12th at the Son Fusteret site on the outskirts of Palma opens. Rides, food stalls, and a lot of noise – children love it.
More info here
Where: Son Fusteret, Palma
Chocolatiers: For anyone after a more bunny-shaped Easter, some of Palma’s specialist chocolatiers put on seasonal treats and window displays around this time. La Pajarita on Carrer de Sant Nicolau has been going since 1872 and is still one of the best.
You’ll also find easter eggs in most major supermarket chains including Lidl, Aldi, Carrefour and Eroski, particularly along the southwest coast.
Walking and hiking: Spring is one of the best times to be on the trails. The temperatures are right, the wildflowers are out, and the paths are far from the summer crowds. Take a look at our favourite family hikes in Mallorca for routes to suit all ages.
Looking for Easter Holiday Camps for the kids? We’ve rounded them up here.
For more Easter Holiday ideas, outings and day trips, take a look at our Easter holiday guide; 12 Things to Do in Mallorca with Kids This Easter.
Easter Food & Sweets
Another reason to look forward to Easter in Mallorca: the food. You may not find chocolate eggs stacked high in every supermarket, but that doesn’t mean the bakeries are quiet. This is when the seasonal pastries appear in full, and in many families, making them is as much a part of the tradition as eating them. In a time-honoured ritual, the Padrina (grandmother), daughters and grand-daughters come together towards the end of Lent to prepare the pastries together. Look out for panades (small pasties filled with lamb, sobrasada, or fish), robiols (sweet pastries filled with chocolate, jam or cream cheese), and crespells (star and flower-shaped shortbread biscuits).
Look out too for the Mona de Pascua, a sweet sponge cake decorated with chocolate eggs, traditionally given to children by their godparents and more commonly found on the mainland but spotted in Mallorquin bakeries over Easter. You may spot colourful Rosari de Pasqua too, a rosary made from sweets or dried fruit, a child-friendly nod to the Catholic prayer ritual that sits at the heart of the season. You’ll sometimes spot them hanging in bakeries, and children often make them in school.
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Good to Know
- Public holiday hours vary – Many shops and supermarkets close early on Maundy Thursday, and most will be closed on Good Friday and Easter Monday, including the shopping centres Porto Pi and Fan. Mallorca Fashion Outlet will remain open as normal.
- Public transport runs but may operate on a reduced schedule, especially on public holidays.
- Arrive early for a front row spot at the processions. The main events in Palma and Pollença draw big crowds.
- The island is busy. Spanish and British school holidays overlap with Easter this year. Popular beaches, caves, and attractions will be fuller than usual from Good Friday through to Easter Monday.
Dates and times are correct at time of publishing but may be subject to change. Check the relevant Ajuntament’s social media pages for confirmed programmes before you go.
