The Thought and Classical Culture Course at CaixaForum Palma marks its 30th edition, offering a flagship programme focused on reflection, intellectual heritage and the Greco-Latin world.
Across eight sessions spanning from 7 November 2025 to 8 May 2026, the course probes classical themes in dialogue with the present: philosophy, myth, art and culture.
The inaugural session on 7 November kicked off with “Thinking the Classical from Women”, and the second session on 12 December will cover “The School of Athens by Raphael. A Visual Lesson in Greek Philosophy”.
Dates: 7 November 2025 – 8 May 2026

Program summary:
• 7 November 2025 – Opening: Thinking the classical through women.
• 12 December 2025 – Raphael’s School of Athens: A visual lesson in Greek philosophy.
• 30 January 2026 – Lords of the Empire: Trajan and Hadrian.
• 6 February 2026 – The Odyssey in cinema.
• 6 March 2026 – A life devoted to the classics: interview with Antonio Alvar.
• 27 March 2026 – Odysseus the philosopher.
• 24 April 2026 – The Olympian red carpet: the gods and their iconography.
• 8 May 2026 – Closing: Ancient poets and us.

Practical information:
• Venue: CaixaForum Palma
• Time: 18:30
• Entry: free until seats are filled
• Format: lectures and discussions

An exceptional chance to engage with classical thinking, attend high-level talks and embrace timeless cultural perspectives in a modern context.

Climb up to the terraces to see Palma from above: bay, bell tower, flying buttresses and rose window (guided tours in shifts)

If you are looking for a “wow” plan without leaving the center, this is one of the most special experiences: you tour the terraces of the Cathedral and see up close elements that are normally only appreciated from below (buttresses, rose windows, Gothic details), as well as brutal views of the bay and the city.

The visits are made in groups, with shifts every 30 minutes and lasting approximately 1 hour. 

✅ Why go
It is the typical plan that surprises even if you have already been to the Cathedral: it totally changes the perspective and feels very “Palma”. 

❌ To keep in mind
For security reasons, access is limited to people over 9 years old and it is not recommended if you have cardiorespiratory problems, vertigo or reduced mobility. 

📍 Data
When: Visits available between March and November
Hours: Monday to Friday 10:00–16:30 Saturdays 10:00–13:30
Duration: Approx. 1 hour (shifts every 30 min)
Tickets: €25 (includes Cathedral + terraces + Museum of Sacred Art)

Balearic Residents: FREE on Fridays (removing entry at the box office) · €8 Monday-Thursday and Saturday

Description

Puerto Portals Talks is a series of talks that invites reflection and learning through different voices and perspectives.

In this third edition,Enric BenitoThe humanist physician and oncologist will present the paper"Living without fear: conversations about life and death", a profound reflection on how we face life and its end.

The event will conclude with a relaxed space for meeting and conversation, designed to exchange ideas and continue sharing reflections.

Programming

• Thursday, April 22 at 6 p.m.

Data

• Location:Conference Room, Building E (behind Cappuccino), Puerto Portals
• Address:Portals Nous, 07181 Mallorca
• Speaker:Enric Benito, humanist physician and oncologist
• Entrance:Paid

Vinissalem Fest 2026

A wine, music, and gastronomy festival returns for its third edition. Located in one of Mallorca's most emblematic wine-growing villages, Vinissalem Fest brings together some of the island's best wineries in the heart of Binissalem for an open-air celebration focused on local flavors, live music, and a community atmosphere.

Activities

• Wine tastings from local wineries: €3 per wine
• Live music and DJs all night long
• Food trucks and tapas
• Relaxed and festive atmosphere in the town square

The event offers a social and accessible experience to discover the wine culture of Binissalem. A lively atmosphere lasts from sunset until nightfall, ideal for a spring afternoon.

Practical information

• Date:Saturday, May 23, 2026
• Location:Church Square, Binissalem
• Price:€3 per wine tasting
• Age restriction:For adults 18 and over only

The Palma International Boat Show is one of the most important nautical events in the Mediterranean and traditionally marks the start of the sailing season. It is an international trade fair dedicated to:

• Recreational craft (yachts, sailboats, catamarans)
• Nautical equipment
• Maritime services
• Innovation and technology in the naval sector

General information

• Location: Palma de Mallorca
• Specific location: Moll Vell
• Frequency: Annual (usually at the end of April or beginning of May)

What you can find

• Exhibition of boats on the water and on land
• Superyacht area (refit and maintenance)
• Nautical charter companies
• Accessories and equipment (electronics, motors, sails, etc.)
• Activities and demonstrations

Importance of the event

The Palma International Boat Show:

• It kicks off the nautical season in Europe
• It attracts international visitors and industry professionals.
• It reinforces the position of the Balearic Islands as a Mediterranean hub