Día de la Pesta: Palma's Unusual Ritual for Saint Sebastian
When Palma marks Día de la Pesta during Sant Sebastià
Find out when Palma’s Día de la Pesta begins, when the procession starts, and how it fits into Sant Sebastià.

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When does Día de la Pesta take place in Palma?
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What is Día de la Pesta in Palma?
It is Palma’s Saint Sebastian ritual that combines remembrance, procession, and public celebration.
What should I wear to Día de la Pesta in Palma?
Wear black, ideally at least a black top.
Can visitors join the Día de la Pesta procession in Palma?
Yes, visitors are welcome if they join respectfully.
Where does Día de la Pesta happen in Palma?
It starts at Plaça de Cort and later moves to Plaza Llorenç Bisbal.
Are there road closures or bus changes for Día de la Pesta in Palma?
Expect traffic disruption and possible bus diversions in the old town.
Is Día de la Pesta in Palma more of a religious ritual or a street party?
It begins as a solemn ritual and ends in a more festive atmosphere.
Is Día de la Pesta worth seeing if I am visiting Palma in January?
It is a distinctive January tradition with both historical and local character.
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