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El Gordo spreads joy as far as Mallorca: Winners in Port d'Alcúdia, Consell and Cala d'Or
How the Spanish Christmas Lottery draw works
El Gordo is drawn at Madrid’s Teatro Real with two golden drums and the San Ildefonso choir.
Published: April 22, 2026
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What is the Spanish Christmas Lottery draw and where does it take place?
The Spanish Christmas Lottery, known as El Gordo, is drawn every year at the Teatro Real in Madrid. The numbers are traditionally drawn from two golden drums and sung by the San Ildefonso children’s choir. It is one of the most watched lottery events in Spain, including on Mallorca.
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1FAQ
How big were the Christmas Lottery prizes sold in Mallorca?
Mallorca had tickets linked to the third prize and smaller prizes in Palma.
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2FAQ
Did Mallorca sell any El Gordo tickets this year?
No major El Gordo win was reported in Mallorca this year.
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3FAQ
What can someone win from a third-prize lottery ticket in Spain?
The third prize pays €50,000 per ticket.
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4FAQ
Why do lottery wins matter so much in Mallorca communities?
Lottery money often gets spent locally, so the impact can reach small businesses.
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5FAQ
Where were the Christmas Lottery winning tickets sold in Port d'Alcúdia?
Port d'Alcúdia sold tickets linked to the third prize.
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6FAQ
What happened in Consell after the Christmas Lottery draw?
Consell had tickets linked to the third prize and a lively local reaction.
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7FAQ
Was Cala d'Or one of the Mallorca places with a winning lottery ticket?
Cala d'Or sold third-prize tickets in this year’s draw.
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