Christmas in Formentera: Schedule guide and festive magic

When December arrives, Formentera transforms into a small winter paradise with its own special glow. Although the island is known for its tranquilly and Mediterranean essence, during Christmas its corners are filled with tradition, cosy markets, activities for the whole family, and the warm hospitality of its inhabitants. From the most iconic events to special service schedules, here you’ll find all the information you need to enjoy the holidays without missing a thing.

Get ready to experience a different kind of Christmas, surrounded by the blue of the sea and the sparkle of holiday lights. Welcome to Christmas in Formentera!

📅 December 2025

⭐ Monday 1

📍 Constitution Square

• 17:00 – Opening of MiniChristmas with the show “Lighting up Christmas Dreams” (Shows Ibiza)

• 18:00 – Switching on of the Christmas lights

• 18:30 – Opening of the Christmas Market

• 🎺 Concert by Santa’s Band

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📸 Tuesday 2

📍 Antoni Tur “Gabrielet” Centre

• 12:00 – Opening of the photography exhibition
  “50 years. 100 images” – Joan Marí Cardona

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🍪 Thursday 4

📍 Casal de Joves

• 18:30 – Gingerbread cookie workshop

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🎭 Monday 8

📍 Church of Sant Francesc

• 18:00 – Paths of History. Oratory Joan Marí Cardona
  Theatre & music performance with the Choir of Sant Josep and the IEB Theatre Group

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✂️ Tuesday 9 & Thursday 11

📍 Casal de Joves

• 18:30 – Christmas decoration workshop

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🌱 Thursday 11

📍 Sant Ferran Reading Point

• 17:00 – Recycled Christmas Workshop (with Fran Lucas)

📍 Church of Sant Francesc

• 19:00 – Christmas Carols Concert (Music & Dance School Choirs)

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👼 Friday 12

📍 Culture Hall (Cinema)

• 16:30 – Living Nativity performance (Virgen Milagrosa School)

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🎸 Saturday 13 — Concert Night

📍 Christmas Market

• 20:00 – Ritmo de isla

• The Island Rockers

• DJ Manceboss

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🖼 Monday 15

📍 “Ajuntament Vell” Exhibition Hall

• 19:00 – Opening of the Collective Christmas Exhibition

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🎶 Tuesday 16 — We Sing Christmas Carols

📍 Espai Cultural Sant Ferran

• 17:30 – Students’ carols + hot chocolate & sweet coca
  (gluten & lactose-free)

🎠 Royal Pages visit schools

• Tuesday 16 & Wednesday 17 – Organised by Casal de Joves

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🌌 Wednesday 17

📍 Constitution Square

• 19:00 – Christmas Concert (Music & Dance School)

📍 Jardí de ses Eres

• 21:00 – Deep Space Night + Planets (Astronomical Association)

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🎅 Thursday 18 — Santa Claus Day

• 10:30 – Visit from Magician Albert (Formentera Residence)
  📍 Culture Hall (Cinema)

• 16:30 & 18:30 – Visit from Santa Claus + hot chocolate & sweet coca
  (gluten & lactose-free)
  🎟 Book at: entradesformentera.cat

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🎬 Tuesday 23

📍 Casal de Joves

• 18:30 – Christmas Movie Screening

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✨ Wednesday 24 — Christmas Eve

📍 Church of Sant Francesc Xavier

• 00:00 – Midnight Mass & caramellas

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🎼 Friday 26 — Boxing Day

• 11:00 – Mass & caramellas — Church of Sant Ferran

• 17:00 – Mass & caramellas — Church of El Pilar de la Mola

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🎉 Wednesday 31 — New Year’s Eve

📍 Christmas Market

• 01:00 – Party with DJ Sr. Cardona

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🎊 January 2026

☕ Saturday 3

📍 Casal de Joves

• 18:30 – Hot chocolate

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👑 Monday 5 — Three Wise Men Parade

• 📝 Check local posters for route & times

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📌 Ongoing Christmas Attractions