Art Night Nit de l'Art: Palma Shines Again – On September 20, the City Becomes a Gallery

Nit de l'Art Returns: Nighttime Wanderers Take Note

For those who like to stroll through Palma in the evening, mark September 20 on your calendar. For the 29th time, galleries and museums open for the Nit de l'Art — one of those evenings when the city suddenly sounds a little different. The organizers say 14 participating galleries will open their doors from 6:00 PM to about 11:00 PM. Perfect if you want to have a coffee in Passeig del Born beforehand and then slowly stroll toward the city center.

More than Just Galleries

Not only the small spaces on Calle Sant Miquel or around Plaça del Mercat are participating. Larger venues such as Es Baluard, Casal Solleric, and CaixaForum have special programs planned. In short: a mix of local discoveries and established institutions. Practical for everyone who only has time in the evening — and doesn't yet know where to go.

Tips for the Evening

A small piece of advice from me: Start at Passeig des Born. From there you can reach several galleries in two or three minutes of walking. Put on comfortable shoes — Palma has more cobblestones than you think. And yes: a stop at a bar to warm up (or cool down, depending on the weather) is part of it. Last year it was mild after 8 PM, and around 10 PM a light breeze picked up. Better bring a light jacket.

What to Look Forward To

There will be readings, short performances, and in some spaces live music. Some galleries showcase new series, others focus on individual artist portraits. There is something for collectors as well as for the curious. And if you have children with you: some venues offer family-friendly programs, which is handy.

The complete program can be found online in the official event directory — it lists which gallery shows what and when special tours start. I personally love nights like these, because in three hours you take away more inspiration than in a week of ordinary strolls. So grab your calendar, mark the date: September 20, from 6 PM — Palma dresses up for art.