October begins in Ibiza and Formentera with the islands already moving into their quieter autumn rhythm, but there is still plenty happening beyond the clubbing scene.

Thursday, October 1 brings the Cala Llonga Hippy Market back to the seafront, while Ibiza also hosts a fascinating science and culture event at Es Amunts, several art exhibitions, wellness sessions, wine tasting, outdoor adventures, boat trips, food experiences, local craft markets and live music.

Across the water, Formentera begins the month with its Sant Francesc market, exhibitions and the first event in the 2026 Joan Marí Cardona Local Studies programme.

Here is your guide to what is happening in Ibiza and Formentera on Thursday, October 1, 2026.

Cala Llonga Hippy Market Returns

One of the best-known Thursday markets returns to Cala Llonga on October 1.

The market takes place along the seafront promenade from around 18:00, with stalls offering handmade jewellery, clothing, accessories, ceramics, artwork and other original crafts.

With the beach, restaurants and promenade all nearby, it is an easy way to spend a relaxed early evening by the sea.

The market continues on Thursdays into October, making it one of the seasonal markets that remains active after many of Ibiza's summer events have finished.

GEAS: Women Who Study the Earth at Es Amunts

One of the most distinctive events on October 1 takes place in the north of the island.

The Centre d'Interpretació es Amunts hosts a special programme connected to GEAS, Dones que estudien la Terra, an exhibition dedicated to twelve pioneering women in the Earth sciences.

The programme begins at 18:00 with a presentation of the exhibition, followed by a talk entitled Un viatge des dels fons oceànics fins a les muntanyes de Balears.

The exhibition itself continues from October 1 to October 14 and can be visited during the centre's opening hours.

The event is free, although advance registration is required.

Explore Ibiza's Contemporary Art Scene

October begins with plenty of opportunities to explore Ibiza's galleries and exhibition spaces.

At Sa Nostra Sala in Ibiza Town, the exhibition featuring Carles Fabregat and Josep Vallribera continues through October 10, bringing sculpture, photography, structures and writing together in a dialogue around identity, memory and time.

In Santa Eulalia, Olas Gallery presents Las Huellas del Sol by Marcel Boer, a photographic exhibition inspired by Ibiza's distinctive light and landscapes. The exhibition continues until October 24.

At the Sala d'Exposicions Sant Jaume 72, Tiempo y luz en Eivissa by Amparo López continues through October 3.

Studio 55 Gallery in Santa Eulalia also continues The Temple of Excess by Victor Spinelli, a photography exhibition documenting aspects of Ibiza's club culture between 2001 and 2006.

For visitors interested in art, October 1 offers an unusually varied selection.

Naturaleza Interior at La Nave Salinas

The Fundación La Nave Salinas continues its major exhibition Naturaleza Interior by Colombian artist Carlos Jacanamijoy.

The exhibition explores nature, memory, colour and spirituality through large-scale contemporary works.

It is open from 12:00 to 20:00 on October 1 and continues through October 30.

Art at Paradiso Ibiza Art Hotel

Paradiso Ibiza Art Hotel continues its artistic programme with 24H Arty People, while ADDA Gallery presents Instants by Camille Villegas.

Instants brings together drawings, collages and photography and remains on show into October, with the gallery opening later in the afternoon and evening.

The combination makes Paradiso an interesting stop for visitors who want to explore Ibiza's creative scene in one location.

Art in Sant Llorenç

At KSAR Living in Sant Llorenç de Balàfia, the OFF CAN ART programme includes Juramentos a lo Desconocido, together with a tribute to painter Guillermo Fornes.

The exhibitions offer another opportunity to discover contemporary art outside the main tourist centres.

A Visit to Cova de Can Marçà

The Cova de Can Marçà in Port de Sant Miquel is open for guided visits on October 1 from 10:30 to 19:30.

The approximately 40-minute tour takes visitors through the historic cave system, combining the natural formations with light, water and sound effects.

It is particularly easy to combine with a visit to the northern coast and the nearby Port de Sant Miquel.

Start the Day with Yoga

There are several wellness experiences available on Thursday morning.

Hotel Riomar in Santa Eulalia offers yoga from 08:30, while Aiyanna in Es Caná has its yoga and breakfast experience from 08:45.

Hotel Galfi in San Antonio also offers morning yoga from 09:00, while Beachouse in Playa d'en Bossa has beach yoga from 09:30.

For visitors looking for a more active start, other outdoor and wellness experiences are also available across the island.

Horse as Muse in the Countryside

Horse as Muse continues its autumn creative programme around San Rafael.

The experience combines art, nature and time spent around horses and offers a more intimate way to experience the Ibiza countryside.

The Thursday session begins from 09:30.

Explore Ibiza's Wine Country

Can Rich near Sant Antoni continues its guided tours and wine tasting experiences from 10:00.

The visit introduces visitors to Ibiza's wine-making traditions and rural landscape, offering a chance to discover a more agricultural side of the island.

Discover BiBo Park

BiBo Park in San Rafael opens from 10:00 and combines botanical gardens, environmental education and sustainability.

It is a good daytime option for anyone interested in Ibiza's natural environment and can be combined with exploring the surrounding countryside.

Craft Markets Around Ibiza

October 1 also brings several local craft markets.

The Santa Eulària craft market on Passeig de s'Alamera is open on Thursday, offering local handmade products and crafts in the centre of town.

In Sant Rafael, the weekly crafts market returns in the evening from around 19:30.

Sant Miquel de Balansat also hosts its Thursday artisan market from around 18:00, offering another opportunity to browse local handmade products in the north of the island.

These smaller markets provide a more local alternative to Ibiza's larger seasonal hippy markets.

Explore the Island by Boat

Several boat excursions operate on October 1.

A Formentera cruise departs from Figueretas in the morning, while a beach-hopping cruise from San Antonio visits Cala Bassa and Cala Conta.

Later in the afternoon, a Capitan Nemo excursion heads towards Es Vedrà.

A Balearic Odyssey experience also operates from San Antonio, combining time on the water with an exploration of the island.

Day Passes and Slow Days by the Pool

October 1 still offers plenty of opportunities for a relaxed pool or beach day.

Day experiences are available at places including OKU Ibiza, Ryans Lolas, Casa Munich, Riomar, 7Pines Resort, Los Felices, Paradiso Art Hotel and Mongibello.

Playa Pacha at Destino Five and other hotel venues also offer seasonal daytime experiences.

For visitors arriving in early October, these provide an easy way to enjoy Ibiza's late-season sunshine without planning the day around nightlife.

Explore Santa Eulalia by Tourist Train

The Santa Eulalia tourist train operates from the afternoon.

It provides an easy way to explore more of the municipality and can be combined with a visit to the town centre, the beach and the Thursday markets.

Metafuturo Impulsa: Tourism and Housing in Ibiza

A professional event also takes place at Grand Palladium Select Palace Ibiza on October 1.

Metafuturo Impulsa focuses on tourism and housing in Ibiza and brings together institutional and business voices for discussion around two of the island's major economic and social topics.

The event is aimed primarily at invited professionals, so it is not a general visitor attraction, but it is worth noting as part of Ibiza's wider events calendar.

Sunset Around Ibiza

The late afternoon brings several ways to enjoy Ibiza's famous evening light.

Kumharas in San Antonio Bay hosts its Sunset Sessions from 17:00.

The Standard Ibiza begins its Solar Sessions from 18:00, while Ibiza Food Tours offers an evening experience in Ibiza Town.

Sunset kayaking from Portinatx starts from 18:30, providing a more active way to watch the final light over the north coast.

Café Mambo also begins its evening sunset programme from 19:00.

Live Flamenco at Cala Escondida

Cala Escondida in Playa d'en Bossa hosts flamenco singer and guitarist Miguel de Miguel on October 1 from 19:00 to 21:00.

He performs alongside percussionist Jesús Alameda, with a repertoire combining traditional flamenco with rumba and Latin influences.

The concert is free to attend.

Rumba and Pop at Tribu

At Tribu in Cala de Bou, Los del Varadero perform from 20:00 to 22:00.

The group combines rumba and pop with songs from different eras and artists.

The concert is free and offers a relaxed local live-music option for Thursday evening.

Live Music at Cas Costas

Cas Costas in Sant Josep continues its Thursday live music programme from 20:00.

The restaurant combines live performance with Mediterranean dining in a relaxed setting.

Musical Evening at Sa Caleta

Sa Caleta Restaurant hosts its regular musical evening from 20:30 to 22:30.

Live piano accompanies dinner in the restaurant's dramatic coastal setting above the sea.

WHO at Teatro Pereyra

Teatro Pereyra presents WHO from 20:30.

The experience combines live performance, gastronomy and music inside one of Ibiza Town's historic theatres.

It offers a different kind of evening for visitors looking for a cultural night out rather than a traditional club experience.

Formentera on Thursday, October 1

Formentera begins October with several cultural activities already underway.

Sant Francesc Market

The Sant Francesc Market runs from 10:00 to 14:00.

The market continues into October and offers an easy daytime stop for visitors exploring the village.

Cati Verdera Exhibition

The exhibition featuring the donation of works by Cati Verdera continues at the Espai Cultural i Educatiu Far de la Mola.

The collection brings together works by artists connected to Formentera and offers visitors another cultural reason to explore the eastern side of the island.

Pamela Spitz Exhibition

The Pamela Spitz exhibition continues at the Sala d'Exposicions 'Ajuntament Vell' in Sant Francesc.

The exhibition opens from 11:00 and can easily be combined with the local market.

Joan Marí Cardona Local Studies Days Begin

Formentera's 2026 Joan Marí Cardona Local Studies Days begin on October 1.

The opening presentation takes place at 19:00 at the Consell de Formentera plenary hall.

The programme begins with the D-ESCARS project, which explores the digitalisation and systematic study of the maritime cultural value of Formentera's traditional boat shelters.

Further talks continue throughout October.

October 1, 2026 Ibiza & Formentera Events at a Glance

Make the Most of Thursday in Ibiza & Formentera

October 1 offers a very different atmosphere from the height of summer, but the islands are far from quiet.

A morning of yoga, wine tasting, a cave visit or an outdoor adventure can lead into an afternoon of contemporary art, local markets, a special exhibition or a boat trip before the focus turns towards sunset.

The Cala Llonga Hippy Market provides a relaxed start to the evening, while live music, flamenco, dining and theatre continue across Ibiza after dark.

Formentera also begins October with its markets, exhibitions and the first Joan Marí Cardona Local Studies event, giving visitors another reason to cross the channel and explore the island beyond its beaches.

With many summer programmes already finished, October's calendar places more emphasis on culture, local life, creativity, nature and slower island experiences.

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Explore our Ibiza & Formentera Events Guide for upcoming markets, exhibitions, festivals, food events, live music, wellness experiences, cultural activities, family events and seasonal experiences.

For Ibiza's clubbing and nightlife schedule, visit our separate Ibiza Clubbing Calendar.