Food & wine festivals

Food and wine festivals in Mallorca

The centre of the island celebrates its harvests – most visibly in Binissalem, the heart of Mallorcan winemaking.

The short answer

What do food & wine festivals in Mallorca offer?

Almost all of Mallorca's food festivals take place in late summer and autumn, when grapes, melons and olives are harvested. They are held in villages in the centre of the island, are free of charge and attract considerably more locals than holidaymakers.

Dates

All events at a glance

Dates are only given as a specific day once they have been officially confirmed.

September – date of the grape battle still to be officially confirmed

Festa des Vermar

First the grapes are pressed, then they are thrown: Binissalem celebrates the grape harvest with an official battle using ripe grapes.

Frequently asked questions

Where is there a wine festival in Mallorca?

The biggest is the Festa des Vermar in Binissalem in September, the centre of the Binissalem-Mallorca wine region.

Can you taste wine at the festivals?

Yes, at the Festa des Vermar there are public wine tastings and serving stalls run by the local bodegas; many wineries in the area also open their doors.