The 2025 Christmas Lights Switch-On in Palma will mark a turning point this year. The City Council has announced that, for the first time, the event will take place in Plaça d’Espanya, recently renovated, featuring a large-scale visual and musical show expected to gather thousands of people. The date is set for Saturday, 22 November at 7:00 p.m., officially kicking off the Christmas season in the city.

In addition, the Christmas lighting is undergoing its greatest expansion in years: it will reach every neighbourhood in Palma, with 3,350 decorative modules and over 614 kilometres of garlands installed across around 200 streets. A display that, in the words of the City Council, aims to “recover and strengthen traditions” and reinforce the festive character of the Balearic capital during winter.

Below, all the details about the event, the show, the lighting distribution and this year’s new features.

Date of the 2025 Palma Christmas Lights Switch-On

  • Saturday, 22 November 2025

  • Time: 7:00 p.m.

  • Place: Plaça d’Espanya

This is the first time the switch-on is held in this space, chosen for its capacity and improved visibility and safety following its recent renovation.

A visual and musical show unprecedented in Palma

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The event will begin at 7:00 p.m. with an artistic performance by Grup TRUI, titled “El ball de les dues estrelles”. It will be a 35-minute show featuring a fantasy narrative and a visual design created especially for the occasion.

What will the show include?

  • Two acrobats portraying the sister stars Lira and Vega.

  • A scenographic diamond illuminated from within, symbolising collective wishes.

  • Candelabre Galàctic, a floating installation descending from the sky as the stage for the final dance.

  • Giant LED screen with projections, imagery, and the traditional countdown.

  • Effects of snow and smoke synchronised with the music.

  • Stage lighting fully coordinated with the soundtrack.

  • 13 performers on stage plus technical staff.

The event will culminate with the simultaneous activation of all Christmas lights across Palma, accompanied by a final effect of luminous confetti.
This show has a budget of €78,650.

Nativity scenes and pre-events: inauguration of the Cort Nativity Scene

Alongside the switch-on, the City Council will inaugurate the Cort Nativity Scene on Friday, 21 November, together with the Royal Mailbox so that children can start delivering their letters.
The Nativity Scene will once again be installed in the Vestibule of Cort, with an organised route and the collaboration of the Associació de Betlemistes and artisan Margalida Nicolau.

Historic expansion of Palma’s 2025 Christmas lighting

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This year, the city registers its largest Christmas display to date:

Key figures

  • 3,350 light modules (80 more than in 2024).

  • 614,396 metres of garlands (72,959 more than last year).

  • Lighting in all neighbourhoods of Palma.

  • €1.9 million total investment.

Streets and areas with new features in 2025

This year, the following areas will have lights for the first time or will see renewed designs:

  • Av. Gaspar Bennazar
  • C/ Jacint Verdaguer
  • Son Espanyol
  • Plaça Patines
  • Av. Comte Sallent
  • Son Sardina
  • Can Capiscol
  • Pere Garau
  • General Riera

Iconic elements that remain

  • Luminous canopy at Plaza de Sant Cosme
  • 20-metre Christmas tree at Parc de Ses Estacions
  • 10-metre trees at Antoni Maura and Plaça Raimundo Clar
  • Giant light sphere at Passeig Sagrera

What to expect from the 2025 Palma Lights Switch-On

  • Family-friendly atmosphere and large crowds at Plaça d’Espanya.
  • Traditional countdown projected on the LED screen.
  • Synchronised lighting across the entire city.
  • Narrative, choreographed show inspired by European-style inaugurations.
  • Visual effects designed for mobile recording—high social media impact expected.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the 2025 lights switch-on in Palma?

On Saturday, 22 November 2025 at 7:00 p.m..

Where will it take place this year?

In Plaça d’Espanya, instead of Born or Cort.

How long does the show last?

About 35 minutes.

Is it a free event?

Yes, free entry.

Will there be road closures?

Large attendance expected; restrictions will be announced the week of the event.

The 2025 Palma Christmas Lights Switch-On is set to be one of the most anticipated events marking the beginning of the festive season in Mallorca. A renewed celebration featuring an unprecedented show and a record expansion of the city’s Christmas lighting. An event designed for families, residents and visitors wishing to welcome the season in a festive and visually spectacular atmosphere.