The 2026 Opera Gala by Orfeó Balear and Orquestra Camerata Balear is set to become one of the highlights of Mallorca’s classical music calendar this summer. On 25 July 2026, the historic Cloister of Monestir de la Real in Palma will host a unique open-air evening as part of the Música a la llum de la lluna series and the 5th Balearic Classical Music Festival.

With more than 150 performers on stage, outstanding soloists and a programme featuring some of the most famous arias and choruses in opera history, the concert promises an unforgettable night for classical music lovers.

Orfeó Balear

Orfeó Balear.

A Great Night of Opera in Palma

The concert will be performed by the Orfeó Balear and the Orquestra Camerata Balear, under the direction of conductor Daniel Mulet.

The 2026 edition will also feature acclaimed soloists:

  • Paula Riera (soprano)
  • Raquel Llera (soprano)
  • Jorge Tello (baritone)
  • Miquel Estelrich (tenor)

The setting of Monestir de la Real, one of Palma’s most distinctive historic landmarks, will provide a unique atmosphere where music, history and heritage come together.

Date, Time and Venue of the 2026 Opera Gala

Practical Information

  • Date: 25 July 2026
  • Time: 8:30 pm
  • Venue: Cloister of Monestir de la Real
  • Address: Camí de la Real, 3, Palma
  • Festival: 5th Balearic Classical Music Festival

Visitors are advised to arrive early to enjoy the surroundings and access the venue comfortably.

2026 Opera Gala Programme

The repertoire will feature some of the most celebrated works by renowned composers including:

  • Giuseppe Verdi
  • Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
  • Giacomo Puccini
  • Vincenzo Bellini
  • Gaetano Donizetti
  • Jacques Offenbach
  • Joseph Haydn

Highlights of the programme include:

  • Una furtiva lagrima (L’Elisir d’Amore)
  • Quanto Amore (L’Elisir d’Amore)
  • Triumphal March (Aida)
  • Largo al Factotum (Il Barbiere di Siviglia)
  • Brindisi (La Traviata)
  • Va Pensiero (Nabucco)
  • Coro di zingari (Il Trovatore)
  • Overture (Il Barbiere di Siviglia)
  • Barcarolle (Les Contes d’Hoffmann)
  • Humming Chorus (Madama Butterfly)

The organisers have also announced that the programme will include other well-known operatic masterpieces performed by choir, orchestra and soloists.

Tickets for the Opera Gala in Palma

Tickets are already available in several categories:

  • General admission: €25.91
  • Advance ticket (2nd release): €20.73
  • Children’s ticket (up to 14 years old): €12.44

Availability is limited and strong demand is expected, so early booking is recommended.

One of the Best Classical Music Concerts in Mallorca This Summer

The 2026 Opera Gala at Monestir de la Real once again establishes itself as one of the leading cultural events of the summer in Mallorca. The combination of a historic venue, a programme packed with operatic masterpieces and the participation of more than 150 performers makes this a truly unique experience.

If you are looking for classical music concerts in Palma, cultural events in Mallorca or special plans for summer 2026, this gala is set to be one of the season’s must-attend events.