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Historic festival · Ibiza Town

Eivissa Medieval

Second weekend of May 2026

2026

Second weekend of May 2026

2027

Dates confirmed later — moveable feast

Where

Ibiza Town

What it is

Eivissa Medieval explained

The UNESCO walled town becomes a medieval market for four days: falconry, artisans, jousting and Renaissance music inside the Renaissance bastions.

Dates can shift by a day or two when a local council moves the programme to a weekend, so confirm with the town hall before booking non-refundable travel. Accommodation in Ibiza Town tends to sell out weeks ahead of the festival and prices rise sharply on the main night.

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Eivissa Medieval, explained

What is Eivissa Medieval?

The UNESCO walled town becomes a medieval market for four days: falconry, artisans, jousting and Renaissance music inside the Renaissance bastions. It's a historic event held in Ibiza Town.

When is Eivissa Medieval in 2026?

Eivissa Medieval runs Second weekend of May 2026 in Ibiza Town. Councils can move the exact days by a day or two to land on a weekend, so confirm with the town hall before booking non-refundable travel.

Is Eivissa Medieval free to attend?

Yes — like the great majority of Spanish town festivals, Eivissa Medieval is free and open-air; you only pay for food, drink and any seating the town sells for a parade or firework display.

Where should I stay for Eivissa Medieval?

Book a room in Ibiza Town itself as early as you can: accommodation for this kind of festival sells out weeks ahead and prices climb sharply for the main night. A base in Ibiza Town also means you're not relying on late transport home once the celebrations run past midnight.

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Last reviewed · 30 July 2026

Prices & times

All prices and times on this page are estimates and change often. They are a starting point from an independent editor, never official or guaranteed figures. Always check the final price and the opening hours with the official venue or operator before you book or travel.

Checked · 30 July 2026