The Consell de Mallorca presents the second edition of the Hunting and Rural World Fair 2025, an event that combines tradition, nature, and rural culture in a program designed for the whole family. The fair will take place on September 13 and 14 at the Son Pardo Racetrack and will feature a wide range of exhibitors, animals, and activities related to hunting, rural life, and Mallorca’s biodiversity.
An event to preserve tradition and the environment
The President of the Consell de Mallorca, Llorenç Galmés, and the Second Vice President and Minister of Environment, Rural Affairs, and Sports, Pedro Bestard, officially presented the fair’s program together with prominent representatives of the sector, such as Sebastià Perelló, Island Director of Hunting, and Gaspar Oliver, President of the Mallorca Institute of Equestrian Sports (IEHM).
During the presentation, a selection of animals was displayed, including horses and carriages, and it featured the presence of renowned professionals such as chef Koldo Royo and hunter and writer Javier Sagrera Azpillaga. According to Galmés, “hunting represents a living tradition and a connection with our rural world,” and the fair aims to highlight these traditions while promoting respect for the environment and biodiversity.
For his part, Bestard emphasized that the fair intends to be a meeting point for all Mallorcans interested in the island’s culture, nature, and hunting world.
Wide range of animals and activities
This edition will feature exhibitions of animals, birds, horses, and native livestock, highlighting the presence of the Balearic goat, a unique protected species in the world celebrating 25 years of recognition. In addition, there will be purebred ancestral goats included in an enclosure within the fair.
The event will open on Saturday at 10:00 a.m. with the release of carrier pigeons and will continue until Sunday at 8:00 p.m. Among the scheduled activities are:
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Animal exhibitions and demonstrations with shepherd dogs and greyhounds.
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Horse races and hunting skills competitions.
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Show cooking with chefs Jordi Cantó (Michelin Star) and Koldo Royo, preparing traditional hunting recipes.
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Traditional craft workshops, slingshot activities, and archery hunting simulations.
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Stands with local products, crafts, and tools for rural life and hunting.
Concerts, humor, and family activities
On Saturday evening, the fair will offer a concert by Marga Pocoví and Biel Tous, as well as a performance by the comedian Xavi Canyelles. In addition, notable figures from Mallorca’s rural and hunting world will be recognized, and awards will be given for the hunting photography contest.
Sunday will start with horse races at 9:30 a.m. and family activities such as pony rides, children’s games with bouncy castles, climbing, and painting, along with interactive workshops and demonstrations of field tools.
Practical information for the Hunting and Rural World Fair 2025
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Dates: September 13 and 14, 2025
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Location: Son Pardo Racetrack, Palma de Mallorca
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Admission: open to the public with activities for the whole family
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Highlights: native animals, show cooking, concerts, comedy, workshops, and children’s area
The Hunting and Rural World Fair is established as a must-attend event in Mallorca, promoting rural culture, protecting native species, and offering direct contact with nature, ideal for the whole family.
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