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The festival, Sant Joan is one of the biggest, most wildly celebrated event on Mallorca, and especially in Palma. Loud bangs sound throughout the streets, masked figures run through the park underneath the Cathedral wielding large poles emitting sparks into the crowds and people are spotted jumping over bonfires with bandanas pulled up over their mouths and noses. To anyone looking on that wasn’t aware of this festival it would look practically apocalyptic but for those who are familiar with this crazy festival they know that it is probably the most fun and exhilarating festival to participate in.

Crowds descend upon the Parc de la Mar underneath the Cathedral waiting for the hooded devils to enter through the old viaducts and light their torches. These devils then run through the park whilst onlookers choose to either duck and run away from the flying embers or jump up and down with the devils in the shower of sparks to the cacophony of drums. Small bonfires are lit throughout the park adding to the haze and colour of this electric festival.

Once the chaos of the correfoc subsides (normally around 11pm) the hordes of slightly charred and vaguely smoked participants head to the various beaches and coves around the island to bathe in the sea and make a wish to welcome the summer solstice.

A slightly tamer version of the festival occurs island-wide in which everyone sets up camp on the various beaches and coves – be it a picnic blanket or a full dining set – and light hundreds of candles all around. Under the flickering of this candlelight the wine and the beer flows and mountains of food are barbecued or prepared. People play music and chat amongst themselves as the children weave in and out of the groups in excitement. At 12 o´clock everyone runs down into the sea en masse to reset the previous year and make their wishes for the year ahead. It is interesting to note that tradition states that you should bathe on your back looking up with a candle in your right hand to make your wish but this seems to get forgotten in all the excitement.

It is a festival that should be experienced at least once although it is important to dress appropriately and know what you are letting yourself in for – plenty of fun, heaps of chaos and smoke-scented hair for a few days!

Mallorca's famous village of Valldemossa annual artful festival

Valldemossa celebrates its cultural heritage with the one-day feast of art, music, handicrafts, and gastronomy, known as Artdemossa.

The festival is part of the beautiful village’s summer fiestas, and attracts visitors from across Mallorca.

The full festival programme is usually available a week or two before the event.

The fair will be structured into four sectors: a space dedicated to the exhibition of sculptures, paintings and photographs; a musical area with jazz, rock, ethnic music and the local Music School; the gastronomic area with all the restaurants, medieval bakeries and other food-stores offering home-grown gastronomy; and the artisan area, where the local artisans will be showcasing and selling their own products.

August 2nd, a yearly epic battle reenactment in Mallorca

On the day of Pollença’s Patroness Saint, the locals take to the streets to re-enact the epic battle between Moors and Christians.

Week-long festival in Puigpunyent with activities for all ages

The small town of Puigpunyent celebrates summer with week-long celebrations that include a full programme of activities of all kinds.

Expect events for both children and adults, ranging from arts and crafts to sports and music.

The best time to visit Mallorca with small kids is September. Daytime temperatures are not so extreme hot as in July and August. Sea water temperature is about +26 and comfortable for swimming with kids. Less crowded month.

The high season in Mallorca is the beach season: from mid May to end of September. July and August are the peak months for family holidays in Mallorca due to school holidays and the warmest sea. Hotels might be booked almost a year in advance for July - August.

Many children attractions and activities are open only from April to October.

The climate of Mallorca is typically Mediterranean with sunny summer and mild winter. We can say that there are only two seasons on the island: a hot summer that lasts from May to October, and a warm spring (or autumn) from November to April.

May.
The average daily temperature in May is + 23°C, but sometimes might be surprises with heat above +30°C or cold snap to +18°C. In any case, warm clothes still needed in May as nights temperatures are +12+15°C.

June, Julay, August.
For those looking for the sea swimming June is the perfect starting time, because in May the sea does not have enough time to warm up. The strongest heat in Mallorca comes in July and August. Thermometers show +30°С already in the morning, and by noon the air heats up to +35°C.

September.
September perhaps is the best holiday time in Mallorca with children. The period of mass vacations remains behind, the air temperature drops to +26°С, the sea retains the heat accumulated over the summer.

From November to April the temperature in Mallorca drops to +14+19°C. Late autumn, winter, and early spring are rainy times.

North-East of Mallorca.
Alcúdia and Port de Pollença are considered to be the best resorts in Mallorca for families with children. There are giant gentle bays, white sand beaches, calm sea safe for kids. The 8-kilometer strip of beaches on the Alcúdia Bay is one of the best beaches in the world. In addition, there is the shallow sea near the coast, which warms up well in the summer months. But in some places the bottom is covered with algae, especially in the area of Playa Alcudia.

Alcúdia resort area includes several towns: Port D’Alcudia, Platja D’Alcudia, Platja de Muro и C’an Picafort. Alcudia is divided into two parts by a major highway. It is advisable to settle with kids so that you do not have to cross the highway on the way to the beach.

Palma and Badia de Palma
The most convenient areas near the Palma for family vacation are located to the west from the capital of Mallorca. There are sandy beaches with a gentle entrance to the sea, plenty of lively or quiet resorts to choose from. In addition, the transfer time from the airport to most resorts will take no more than half an hour.

Magaluf is a very popular vacation spot: a lot of hotels, entertainment for every taste and long beaches with white sand. A water park, an amusement park, a pirate show, go-kart are designed for family holidays with older children. The only drawback - the noise and crowds of tourists. Looking for better place with small children, pay attention to the neighboring resort Palma Nova.

Palma Nova is a calm resort area near the lively Magaluf. An alley for pedestrians and cyclists is laid along the picturesque coastal strip. The beaches are long and landscaped.

Santa ponsa is another quiet neighbor is Magaluf. Only green parrots inhabiting a pine grove are allowed to make noise there. In addition to sunbathing, you can have a great time in the cable park.

Eastern Mallorca.
Cala D'or is a calm resort town. Families with kids choose this place for its pine trees grow along the coast and small beaches surrounded by impressive rocky cliffs. It is located relatively far from the capital: you need about an hour to get there from the airport.

Playa d'Alcudia Beach and neighboring Playa de Muro Beach are perfect family beaches in Mallorca. Both offer fine white sand, shallow sea waters, no huge waves, kids playgrounds next to the beach and plenty of family hotels and resorts nearby.

Palma Nova with its 1 kilometre white sand beach and kids playgrounds in the shade of trees next to the beach.

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