Esporles, Mallorca
Sweet Sunday in Esporles: Fira Dolça
The annual sweets market in Esporles brings traditional baked goods, crafts and live music to the village center in mid-autumn. A perfect day trip.
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2 October 2025
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When the first Sunday in October comes, Esporles suddenly has that special aroma — warm pastries, roasted almonds and fresh yeast dough wafting from open bakeries. The Fira Dolça is not a big tourist event but a charming local market where neighbors, bakers and small producers bring their specialties to the square in front of the town hall. I have been going for several years: first for the coffee-and-ensaimada combo in the morning, then to the workshops where you learn how to make a simple ensaïmada at home. Children gather around the cotton candy stands, the Xeremiers play local melodies, and on Carrer Joan Riutort stalls line up with crespells, bunyols and marzipan. Practical: it’s a day trip — arrive early, wear shoes suitable for cobbles and bring enough small change. In the afternoon I like to stroll the side streets where second‑hand stalls and potters spread out their wares. It’s the kind of festival you leave with a small grin: sweet, loud, unpretentious and truly Mallorcan.
Fira Dolça d'Esporles – The Sweets Festival
The Fira Dolça is a one-day village event traditionally held on the first Sunday in October. In the heart of Esporles, in front of the town hall and along Carrer Joan Riutort, local bakers set up their stalls: ensaimadas in all sizes, crespells (cookies) and the classic bunyols. I love the atmosphere shortly after opening, when steam still rises from the mixing bowls and the market sellers present their baked goods with calm routine. There are also craft stalls, a few vintage tables and children’s carousels — a perfect family mix. The Xeremiers, a group of local flute players, provide a sound that immediately feels familiar on Mallorca. Practical tip: parking in the side streets is limited, so it’s better to come by bus or arrive early. Cash helps at small stalls; some now accept cards. The mood is cosy, often with old neighbors meeting and exchanging recipes; you can feel that the fair is more than just food — it’s community.
What to try? Ensaimada, bunyols, crespells
The Fira Dolça is a one-day village event traditionally held on the first Sunday in October. In the heart of Esporles, in front of the town hall and along Carrer Joan Riutort, local bakers set up their stalls: ensaimadas of all sizes, crespells (cookies) and the classic bunyols. I love the atmosphere shortly after opening, when steam still rises from the mixing bowls and sellers present pastries with calm routine. There are also craft stalls, a few vintage tables and children’s carousels — a perfect family mix. The Xeremiers, a group of local flute players, provide a soundtrack that instantly feels Mallorcan. Practical tip: parking in the side streets is limited, so come by bus or arrive early. Cash is useful at small stalls; some now accept cards. The mood is cosy and communal.
Workshops, music and kids' program
Organizers make sure the Fira Dolça offers more than just stalls: there are baking workshops for children and adults, small demonstrations on how to aerate dough, and sometimes short courses on making marzipan figures. The Xeremiers play traditional melodies and create a familiar soundscape; sometimes local singers or dance performances appear. For families, the play areas are ideal — simple coloring tables, sack races and a mini‑carousel keep the little ones happy while parents taste and chat. I once attended a workshop where we shaped our own bunyols; the dough stuck to my fingers, I learned tricks from the baker and we ate our results still warm. Those experiences make the fair special: you take home not only flavours but also a little craft knowledge.
Practical tips for visitors
Small plan, big joy: come early (9–10 am) — it’s still relaxed then and the best ensaimadas are fresh. Wear comfortable shoes, as the cobbles can be slippery after rain. Bring cash (small stalls prefer it) and a reusable bag for purchases. Want to travel by bus or train? There are lines from Palma to Esporles, but check the timetable in advance, especially on Sundays. If you come by car, park on the edge of town and walk 10 minutes to the centre. For photographers: the best shots are early in the morning at the stalls and while the ovens are being heated; afternoons are busy and colourful. My final tip: plan time for a coffee in one of the small cafés after the market — perfect for watching and sorting your new favourite treats.
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