Winter clearance sale in Mallorca: shops open on January 7, online stores already active at night

Winter clearance sale begins after Epiphany

In Palma's cityscape two things mix again this week: the smell of espresso on Passeig del Born and signs with red percentage symbols in shop windows. From January 7, the big winter sales start in Mallorca – stores mostly open on that Wednesday and offer clothing and accessories at reduced prices. Online retailers already begin during the night of January 6 to 7 to publish the first digital offers, following the holiday period when some shops closed for Inmaculada Concepción, as reported in Inmaculada Concepción: la isla respira, tiendas mayormente cerradas.

Well-known fashion chains and department stores are present this time as in previous years: coats, sweaters and trousers are the items most frequently discounted. Shoppers can expect reductions of up to 50 percent. This applies to traditional retail spaces – from shopping streets to malls like Porto Pi shopping centre – as well as online shops that appeal to customers who prefer to stay at home early in the morning.

For the usual January rounds through the city this means: anyone walking around Palma sees the window displays, hears salespeople advertising the last sizes, and experiences the familiar mix of locals and winter visitors browsing for bargains. In smaller towns like Sóller or Manacor some neighboring businesses use the sales period to attract more foot traffic through collaborations between cafés and boutiques.

Why is this important for Mallorca? A full shop means not only revenue for the brand but also work for sales staff, logistics teams and suppliers on the island. In addition, purchases in the cold season often feed local cafés and bakeries: a shopping-break café on Avinguda Jaume III fills up earlier in the afternoon these days than usual.

Anyone hunting for bargains should keep a few simple rules in mind: comparing prices pays off, especially between physical stores and online offers that often start at midnight. Better to try things on first than to buy blindly – especially with winter jackets, which can fit a bit differently in Mallorca than on the mainland. And a small tip: many shops keep reduced but good-quality pieces in their range; a quick look at the seams and the material is worth it.

For consumers mindful of sustainability the winter clearance sale is also an opportunity: instead of quickly returning large quantities of fashion, it's worth checking local vendors and secondhand shops. Some small boutiques on Calle Sindicat have in recent years deliberately focused on reduced but durable stock – an approach that fits the island's character and a more restrained consumption pattern.

The atmosphere in the shopping streets remains relaxed despite the discounts. Between the tram bell and the rumble of delivery vans you can see people looking for gifts for an upcoming birthday, families trying on warm knitwear, and older shoppers who prefer classic cuts. For business owners the start of the sale period means an opportunity to clear stock and make room for new collections.

In short: January in Mallorca is not only windy and cool, but also a time when the island briefly switches to shopping mode. Whether digitally or with a coffee in hand in front of a shop window – those who pay attention will find the right deals. And those not looking for anything urgent can enjoy the bustle as part of the island winter: a stroll through the alleys, a cup of hot chocolate, and perhaps a new warm piece that makes the next tram ride more pleasant.