Olives, Honey and Wine: Weekend Autumn Festivals in Mallorca

Autumn in Mallorca: markets, music and plenty of olive oil

When November still gives the island a warm day, the air fills with very particular scents: freshly pressed oil, honey and wood smoke from the small stalls. This weekend several village and city events are must-sees—for anyone who loves regional products and honest craftsmanship.

Caimari: olive fair with tradition

In Caimari the lanes open their stalls today and tomorrow for the olive fair. In the square in front of the church you can see locals offering cups of green oil for sampling, children peeling chestnuts beside the stalls, and local producers proudly showing their presses. A small exhibition explains how olives become oil — and at 17:00 a colorful street parade sets off through the cobbled streets. Small tip: try the olive paste from the "Sa Cooperativa" stall – very robust, almost like grandma used to make.

Llubí: honey, sweets and a touch of wine

If you prefer something sweet, put Llubí on the list for tomorrow. The Fira de la Miel revolves around honey in all its variations: pure, in turrón, as candles and even as an ingredient in local sobrassada. In the evening the mood loosens — a small wine fair takes place then, accompanied by live bands and the familiar sound of guitars in the village hall. Market hours are generally mornings until 20:00, but most visitors arrive around 18:00, when the lights come on and the street lamps make the paving stones look warmer.

Palma: Raïm Wine Fest by the sea

Wine lovers should make a detour to Palma today: in the Parc de la Mar, right below the cathedral, almost 40 bodegas gather. In total more than 100 wines are offered for tasting — and yes, a glass costs around €3. The festival is open from 12:00 until midnight, with live music, small food stalls and views of the sea. When a light east wind comes from the harbor at about 21:30, many visitors simply sit on the low walls and sip their glasses — very Mallorcan.

If you split the weekend you can easily make it to two or three of the events. And whether you prefer the robust olive oil from the Tramuntana or a sweet honey confection: at the markets you still find what supermarkets rarely have — stories, hands, scents.

Practical note: Parking in the villages is limited; arriving early is worthwhile. Dress warmly for the evening — even if the day is sunny, it cools down quickly after 19:00.