Calvia once again celebrated St Patrick’s Day on Sunday with a vibrant and festive atmosphere in Santa Ponsa, where the event has become firmly established as part of the municipality’s cultural calendar. Under clear skies and unseasonably warm temperatures, both residents and visitors gathered to enjoy a full day of entertainment centred around this popular Irish tradition. The streets were awash with green, as shamrocks and other symbols of Ireland decorated the coastal town from early morning.
The festivities began with the traditional opening ceremony attended by local authorities and organisers, setting the tone for a lively and inclusive celebration. Throughout the day, Santa Ponsa hosted a wide range of activities designed to appeal to all ages. A craft market offered handmade goods, while numerous food trucks provided a diverse selection of food and drink. Families were particularly well catered for, with children enjoying bouncy castles and face-painting workshops.
One of the highlights of the day was the lively street parade, which took place both in the morning and afternoon. Featuring music and performances, it brought energy and colour to the town’s main avenues. Live music also played a central role in the celebrations, with bands delivering performances in a distinctive Irish style that added to the festive spirit and kept crowds entertained throughout the day.
Attendance was strong, with the Calvia Local Police estimating that more than 5,000 people had taken part by midday alone. Organisers expected even larger crowds later in the day as afternoon concerts got underway. Performances by Tao Sax, Monkey Doo, Old Noise and Raggle Taggle were scheduled to draw in additional visitors, alongside the continuation of parades, open terraces, food stalls and family-friendly activities.
The mayor of Calvia, Juan Antonio Amengual, highlighted the significance of the celebration, describing it as a tradition that the municipality has embraced as its own. He noted that St Patrick’s Day now stands alongside other local and international festivities celebrated in the area, reflecting Calvia’s openness and cultural diversity. For the island’s Irish community in particular, the event remains one of the most eagerly anticipated occasions of the year, especially as it is uniquely celebrated in this municipality.