Port de Sóller is preparing to host the second edition of the Mediterranean Fest, an event that aims to raise awareness about the importance of conserving the Balearic Sea while offering a diverse and exciting program. On September 28th and 29th, science, sports, culture, and sustainability will come together in this festival sponsored by the Consell de Mallorca and the Ajuntament de Sóller.

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A complete program for the whole family

The Mediterranean Fest 2024 offers activities for all tastes and ages. From sporting competitions such as the open water swimming race and the 5 km run, to educational workshops for the little ones. In addition, it will feature the participation of NGOs and local artisans in a market that promises to be an additional attraction for attendees.

Saturday, September 28th

  • 09:00 – 19:30: Psicobloc
    Location: Psicobloc Zone.
  • 10:00: S’Illeta tour by kayak and paddleboard
    Location: Can Generós Beach.
  • 11:00: Open water swimming race
    Location: d’en Repic Beach – Es Canyís.
  • 11:00: Family itinerary: Guided tour of Santa Catalina and Torre Picada in Sóller
    Limited spaces. Registration at: mediterraneanfest.info@gmail.com
    Location: Central Zone.
  • 12:30: Workshops and games for children
    Location: Central Zone.
  • 15:00: Diving trip for underwater clean-up
    Location: Port de Sóller.
  • 17:00: Local artisans’ market and NGO stands
    Location: Central Zone.
  • 18:00 – 20:30: Conference cycle on marine conservation and the Serra de Tramuntana
    Location: Main Stage.
  • 20:30 – 21:00: Psicobloc awards ceremony
    Location: Main Stage.
  • 21:00 – 04:00: Horabauxa: live music and DJs
    Performances: Flamingos, Xenxo DJ Marcos and cuadros, Pablo Alegría
    Location: Main Stage.

Sunday, September 29th

  • 09:30: 5 km race and children’s race (from Moll gros to Es Canyís x2)
    Registration at: EliteChip
    Location: Central Zone.
  • 11:00: Family itinerary: The history of Port de Sóller. From Bufador Lighthouse to Cap Gros Lighthouse
    Limited spaces. Registration at: mediterraneanfest.info@gmail.com
    Location: Central Zone.
  • 14:00: Local gastronomy: KM0 Fideuà
    Registration at: mediterraneanfest.info@gmail.com
    Location: Central Zone.
  • 16:00: Beach clean-up sponsored by Oris-Nicolás Joyeros and Per S’Illeta project
    Registration at: mediterraneanfest.info@gmail.com
    Location: Can Generós Beach.
  • 17:00: Family itinerary: Guided tour of the fish market to learn about local products
    Limited spaces. Registration at: mediterraneanfest.info@gmail.com
    Location: Central Zone.
  • 18:00 – 20:00: Conference cycle on marine conservation and the Serra de Tramuntana
    Location: Main Stage.
  • 21:00 – 00:00: Horabauxa: live music and DJs
    Performances: Lady DJ, Animales Sueltos
    Location: Main Stage.

Conference Schedule

One of the key pillars of the Mediterranean Fest is the conferences and debates on marine conservation and the Serra de Tramuntana. Experts in the field will share their knowledge on topics such as the preservation of local species, citizen science, and marine reserves, highlighting the importance of protecting our oceans for future generations.

Notable speakers include Biel Morey, who will talk about mantas in the Mediterranean, and Agustí Torres, with his presentation on sharks in the region. On Sunday, there will also be talks about cave diving and the importance of birds in the Serra de Tramuntana.

Saturday, September 28th

  • 18:00: Biel Morey: Mantas in the Mediterranean
  • 18:15: Agustí Torres (Shark Med): Sharks in the Mediterranean
  • 18:30: Marilles Foundation: Why do we want more Marine Protected Areas?
  • 18:45: MARE: “A Sea of Gazes”
  • 19:00: Txema Brotons (Tursiops Association)
  • 19:15: Observers of the Sea Project: Citizen Science
  • 19:30: Gádor Muntaner: The Smile of the Sharks
  • 20:30: Psicobloc awards ceremony and raffles

Sunday, September 29th

  • 18:30: Mireia Peris and Gigi Torras: Women of the Balearic Sea
  • 18:45: Rafael Solivellas: S’Illeta Marine Reserve
  • 19:00: Miquel Perelló: Cave Diving, Our Inner World
  • 19:15: Jordi Muntaner: Birds of the Serra de Tramuntana
  • 19:15: Toni Josep Sosa: 24h Route of the Thousands of the Serra de Tramuntana
  • 19:15: Elisa Martínez and Marcial Caracena: Calant Xarxes Project and Millorquin