General description

One of Mallorca's most authentic and beloved festivals returns with nearly a month of concerts, traditions, sporting events, exhibitions, and family activities. The festivities begin at the end of June and build towards the celebrations of the town's patron saint with a program that includes food festivals, live music, theater, exhibitions, summer games, concerts, creative workshops, sports tournaments, and outdoor events that fill the streets and squares of Petra.

Most events take place around Plaça Ramon Llull, Plaça Sant Juníper Serra, the Parish Church of Sant Pere, Estació Vella and other places in the village.

Programming

• Beginning of the festivities (June 27)
  • Run Fest: a fun fun run
  • Beer & Food Truck Festival with live music
  • Summer Carnival with DJs, costumes and nighttime entertainment
• July 11 – Ses Clovelles Festival

  The biggest and most iconic event of the entire festival. Thousands of people gather in Petra for this unique tradition where the streets are transformed into a grand celebration. Almond shells (clovelles), water, music, and dance fill the historic center. Expect DJs, live percussion, traditional music, plenty of water fights, and an unparalleled atmosphere. The festivities begin around noon and continue throughout the afternoon, extending into the evening with the theatrical performance of Sa Botiga.

• Continuous program during the holidays
  • Traditional pamboli dinners
  • Children's foam parties
  • Creative workshops
  • Concerts
  • Finals of sports competitions
  • Petrukada: children's drum parade
  • Performances of the village demon
  • Live orchestras
  • Astronomy lectures
  • Charity dinners
  • Local folklore and concerts including Tomeu Penya
• Emotional tradition of the festival

  The municipal council walks towards the parish church accompanied by the Dimoni (devil figure), giant figures, the xeremiers (traditional Mallorcan bagpipers), and the local band before the traditional hymn to Saint Praxedis is sung. The night concludes with a lively street party featuring live bands and DJs.

• July 21 – Feast Day of Saint Praxedis
  • Solemn Mass
  • Traditional events: horse races, demonstrations, and local competitions
  • Mostra de Ball Santa Praxedis: showcase of traditional Mallorcan dance groups

Data

• Dates: June 27 to July 21, 2026
• Location: Plaça Ramon Llull, Petra
• Location: Petra