Ibiza, the jewel of the Mediterranean, is not only known for its beaches with crystal clear waters and its lively nightlife...
Our land is also home to a rich cultural tradition that is manifested in the patron saint festivals: colorful and exciting events that celebrate the heritage and history of the island.
Get ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant Ibizan culture!
Discovering the patron saint festivities
The Patron Saint Festivals of Ibiza are religious and cultural festivities that honor the island's patron saints.
Each town in Ibiza has its own patron saint coinciding with the saints that give them their name, and these celebrations are an integral part of the life of the island's inhabitants.
The specific dates are:
- San Antonio (Sant Antoni): January 17.
- Santa Inés (Sant Agnès): January 21.
- Santa Eulalia: February 12.
- San José (Sant Josep): March 19.
- Sant Francesc de Paula: April 2.
- San Vicente (Sant Vicent de Sa Cala): April 5.
- San Jorge (Sant Jordi): April 23.
- San Juan Bautista: June 21-24 (in Ibiza city).
- San Juan (Sant Joan): June 24.
- San Cristobal: July 10 (in Es Canar).
- Nuestra señora del Carmen: July 16. Party with procession in the waters of the port of Ibiza.
- Nuestra señora de las Nieves: August 5. Spectacular party in Ibiza city with parades and fireworks.
- San Lorenzo (Sant Llorenç de Balafia): August 10.
- Festes de Sant Bartomeu: August 24.
- Sant Agustí: August 28.
- Santa Cruz (Santa Creu): September 14.
- San Mateo (Sant Mateu): September 21.
- San Miguel (Sant Miquel): September 29.
- San Rafael (Sant Rafel): October 24.
- San Carlos (Sant Carles): November 4.
- Santa Gertrudis: November 16.
Prepare your calendar!
Sant Ciriac, the Patron Saint of Ibiza City
In Ibiza City, as it does not have a Saint as such, the patron saint festivities are held in honor of Sant Ciriac (Saint Ciriaco), the patron saint of the city. The celebration begins on August 8 and culminates on August 10 with impressive fireworks and parades.
During these days, the streets are filled with music, dances and delicious local dishes that delight attendees.
The 8th is also known as Earth Day.
Sant Antoni de Portmany and Santa Eulària des Riu are not far behind
Although it is true that Sant Ciriac is one of the largest and most celebrated patron saint festivals, these two towns are not far behind.
Sant Antoni celebrates two festivals coinciding with that of its own saint (in January) and Sant Bartomeu (summer festival in August): in both cases you can discover the still deep tradition that the portmanyins, without forgetting that touch of fun and modernity that characterizes them.
On the other hand, Santa Eulalia also celebrates two big festivals in February (the patron's day) and the first Sunday in May (Mother's Day), with a similar dynamic to Sant Antoni but with that special atmosphere that only this coastal town can achieve.
Ibiza north: roots of our land
Sant Joan de Labritja, Sant Miquel de Balansat, Sant Llorenç de Baláfia, Sant Mateu d'Aubarca, Santa Gertrudis de Fruitera... These are some of the towns that keep their origins and history very present, something that is carried over to its patron saint festivities.
Typical gastronomy competitions, concerts by local groups and even music in Ibizan, ballades of the groups of each area, rural excursions...
The heart of Ibiza is found here. And we encourage you to discover it.
