Thursday, October 15, 2026, brings a varied programme of local traditions, contemporary art, cultural events, markets, outdoor adventures, gastronomy and live music across Ibiza and Formentera.

Es Cubells celebrates the main day of its Santa Teresa festivities with a traditional Mass, procession, ball pagès and a musical tribute to Joan Manuel Serrat. In Ibiza Town, the Jazz Point Ibiza festival opens its four-day programme, while the first ESPHERA cultural heritage conference brings attention to the historical and artistic legacy of the Pityusic Islands.

Formentera offers its daily markets, autumn art programme, Gastronomic Weeks and the opening activities of Trans October. Visitors can also explore Ibiza's galleries, take boat trips, discover the countryside on guided excursions, browse evening craft markets or enjoy live music before the night's parties begin.

From traditional village celebrations to international jazz, Thursday offers plenty of opportunities to experience Ibiza and Formentera beyond the summer nightlife.

Local Fiestas and Community Events

Festes de Santa Teresa / Es Cubells

19:00 onwards

Thursday, October 15, is the main day of the Festes de Santa Teresa in Es Cubells, a village in the municipality of Sant Josep de sa Talaia.

The celebrations honour the village's patron saint with religious traditions, local culture and live music.

The evening programme begins with Mass at 19:00 at Es Cubells Church, followed by a procession and a traditional ball pagès performance by the Grup Folklòric Sant Jordi de ses Salines. A gathering and tasting organised by the local residents' association also forms part of the celebrations.

The programme then features Hoy puede ser un gran día, a musical tribute to Joan Manuel Serrat. Singer and guitarist Sergi Nebot performs alongside pianist Gerard Ávila, bringing Serrat's songs to the stage.

The celebrations provide an opportunity to experience Ibiza's traditional village life, with a combination of religious customs, folklore, community participation and music. The tribute show is listed with free entry.

The wider Santa Teresa festivities continue beyond October 15, with additional cultural, sporting and family activities planned during the coming weeks.

Festes de Sant Rafel / Sant Rafel

The Festes de Sant Rafel continue as part of the village's autumn celebrations, bringing community activities, local traditions and cultural events to the area.

The festivities extend through the autumn season, although individual activities take place on specific dates. Visitors planning to attend a particular event should check the published programme rather than assume that every activity runs daily.

Festivities of Cala de Bou and Port des Torrent

The Festes de Cala de Bou i es Port des Torrent continue throughout October, combining local culture, music and community activities.

On Thursday, the programme includes a special lunch honouring older residents of Cala de Bou, listed from 14:00.

The event adds a community-focused activity to the day's calendar, highlighting the role of local residents in the celebrations.

The wider festivities continue with further cultural, musical, sporting and family events in the coming days.

Markets and Local Shopping

Thursday is a good day to discover Ibiza and Formentera through traditional markets, artisan stalls and local products.

Mercat des Pagesos / Sant Antoni

From 08:00

The agricultural market in Sant Antoni offers an opportunity to discover local produce and the island's agricultural traditions.

Visitors can explore the market before continuing to the town centre, countryside or coastline.

Artisan Market / Passeig de s'Alamera, Santa Eulària

09:00–14:00

Santa Eulària's artisan market brings handmade products and crafts to the town's main promenade.

The morning opening makes it a convenient stop for visitors exploring the waterfront, cafés and cultural attractions.

Mercat de Sant Francesc / Formentera

10:00–14:00

Formentera's daily Sant Francesc Market continues throughout October, bringing local products and market stalls to the island's main village.

The market is an easy starting point for exploring Sant Francesc and combining shopping with a visit to nearby galleries or the island's autumn cultural programme.

Hippy Market / Ibiza Port

17:00–01:00

The artisan market at Ibiza Port offers a central option for browsing handmade products, accessories and souvenirs while exploring the waterfront and the old town.

The market is listed as operating daily through October 31.

Hippy Market / Playa d'en Bossa

18:00–00:00

The Playa d'en Bossa Hippy Market continues its autumn programme, with stalls along Carrer del Bruc and Carrer de la Ruda.

The market focuses on handmade goods, including jewellery, accessories, leather products and ceramics.

Its evening schedule makes it a convenient stop before or after dinner.

Cala Llonga Hippy Market / Cala Llonga

From 18:00

The weekly Cala Llonga market brings artisan stalls to the seafront promenade.

Visitors can browse handmade products and enjoy the atmosphere beside the beach. The market is listed as part of the Thursday programme during the May-to-October season.

Sant Rafel Crafts Market / Sant Rafel

19:30–22:30, subject to seasonal operation

The Thursday crafts market in Sant Rafel offers another evening option for visitors interested in handmade products and local shopping.

As its schedule is seasonal, check the current operating arrangements before travelling specifically for the market.

Government, Heritage and Cultural Events

I Jornadas ESPHERA: Cultural Heritage of Ibiza / Sa Peixateria, Ibiza Town

Thursday and Friday, October 15–16

The first ESPHERA cultural heritage conference brings specialists together in Ibiza Town to examine the historical and artistic heritage of Ibiza and the Pityusic Islands.

The programme focuses on heritage, art history and cultural interpretation, bringing together specialists from different fields. Among the participants announced are Joan Molina, a researcher associated with the Prado Museum, alongside Giandomenico Bocchiotti and Nuria Mignone. Poet Antonio Colinas is also associated with the programme.

Sa Peixateria, in the La Marina district, hosts the two-day gathering.

The complete schedule for individual talks should be checked before attending a specific session.

Joan Marí Cardona Local Study Conferences / Formentera

19:00

The Joan Marí Cardona Local Study Conferences return with talks exploring Formentera's history, heritage and collective memory.

Thursday's session, presented by Pere J. Carrió Villalonga, examines the purging of teachers during the Spanish Civil War and the postwar period, focusing on the case of Formentera.

The conference takes place in the plenary hall of the Consell de Formentera, at Venda des Brolls.

It offers an opportunity to learn more about a significant period in the island's history and its lasting social consequences.

Trans October 2026 / Sant Francesc, Formentera

Trans October opens its programme on Thursday with workshops, discussion and literary events centred on trans experiences and community.

At 17:00, Teo Valls leads an open workshop titled Rethinking, Questioning and Choosing Masculinity, designed for transmasculine people and others who inhabit non-cis masculinity. The workshop is scheduled at Casa de Colònies in Sant Francesc.

At 20:00, the programme lists a presentation of Cuerpos al margen, alianzas intersex y trans by Zoe Garcia. The precise venue should be confirmed with the organiser.

The wider Trans October programme continues through the weekend, with workshops, film screenings, discussions and live music.

Poetry, Cinema and Literature

Semiótica nuclear / Sa Cultural Bookshop, Ibiza Town

19:30

Ibiza-born poet Ben Clark presents his new poetry collection, Semiótica nuclear, published by Visor Libros.

The event takes the form of a conversation between Clark and poet, writer and journalist Julio Herranz.

The discussion explores language, memory, communication and the questions raised by the collection about how one civilisation might communicate with another thousands of years in the future.

The presentation takes place at Sa Cultural bookshop in Ibiza Town, providing a literary alternative to the island's evening music venues.

Picarol / Sa Nostra Sala, Ibiza Town

Listed from 10:00

The exhibition Picarol is listed at Sa Nostra Sala from October 15, adding another contemporary cultural option in Ibiza Town.

Check the exhibition's current opening hours and dates with the venue before planning a visit.

Art Exhibitions Across Ibiza

Thursday is also a good day to explore Ibiza's gallery programme, with exhibitions ranging from contemporary painting and photography to local cultural heritage.

Something of Me / Can Jordi Blues Station, Sant Jordi

Aby Sánchez's Something of Me continues at Can Jordi Blues Station.

Visitors can combine an art stop with a visit to the venue for food, drinks or the evening's live music.

Art a l'instant / Puig d'en Valls Cultural Centre

Sara Michela Morello's Art a l'instant continues at the Puig d'en Valls Cultural Centre, offering a contemporary art stop within the local cultural programme.

Mirades perdudes / Es Polvorí and Refectori, Dalt Vila

Joan Costa's Mirades perdudes continues across the Es Polvorí and Refectori exhibition spaces in Dalt Vila.

The exhibition provides an opportunity to explore local artistic work while visiting the historic centre of Ibiza Town.

Dones a la mar / Sant Jaume 72 Exhibition Hall, Santa Eulària

Marina Penhos's Dones a la mar, also presented as Gifts to the Sea, remains on display in Santa Eulària.

The exhibition is one of several options for visitors exploring the town's cultural spaces during the day.

The Footprints of the Sun / Waves Gallery, Santa Eulària

Marcel Boer's The Footprints of the Sun continues at Waves Gallery.

The exhibition provides another art stop for visitors exploring Santa Eulària's galleries and waterfront.

Inner Nature / La Nave Salinas, Ses Salines

Carlos Jacanamijoy's Inner Nature continues at La Nave Salinas through October.

The exhibition brings contemporary art to the Ses Salines area, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors exploring the island's south.

Remember Who You Are / Aubergine by Atzaró

Melody Berthaud's Remember Who You Are continues at Aubergine by Atzaró.

The exhibition offers a countryside art experience in a venue known for its relaxed setting and dining.

Invisible Worlds / Ocean Drive Ibiza

Thursday is the final listed day for Tahirah Luck's Invisible Worlds.

Visitors interested in seeing the exhibition should confirm the venue's access arrangements and opening hours before travelling.

Within the Pattern and The Temple of Excess / Studio 55 Gallery, Cala Llonga

Studio 55 Gallery continues its contemporary art programme with Roos Dessing's Within the Pattern and Victor Spinelli's The Temple of Excess.

Both exhibitions offer a reason to include Cala Llonga in a gallery-focused itinerary.

Creative Impulse and Intuitive Algorithm? / Sa Punta des Molí, Sant Antoni

The collective exhibition Creative Impulse and Intuitive Algorithm? continues at Sa Punta des Molí as part of the autumn cultural programme.

Transiciones: Vacío / Auditori Caló de s'Oli

César Sánchez's painting exhibition Transiciones: Vacío, aquel lugar que lo precede todo continues at Auditori Caló de s'Oli.

It forms part of the wider art programme associated with the Cala de Bou and Port des Torrent festivities.

Further Gallery Listings

Additional exhibitions listed for Thursday include Eve's Occasional Cigarette by Tamara K.E. at Gathering and Nilda Ventura's Agradeciendo at the Jesús Cultural Centre.

Visitors should confirm current opening arrangements and access details directly with the venues.

Wellness, Sport and Outdoor Experiences

Wellness Mornings / Petunia Ibiza

08:00–09:00

Petunia Ibiza offers a morning wellness session in the Cala d'Hort area, providing a peaceful start to the day.

Yoga / Hotel Riomar, Santa Eulària

08:30–09:30

Hotel Riomar offers morning yoga sessions at its TRIBE space, with views over Santa Eulària Bay.

Yoga Classes / Hotel Galfi, Sant Antoni

From 09:00

Hotel Galfi lists morning yoga classes for Thursday, providing another option for visitors looking to begin the day with movement and relaxation.

Yoga and Breakfast / Aiyanna Ibiza

From 09:00

Aiyanna Ibiza offers a yoga and breakfast experience, combining a morning activity with a relaxed coastal setting.

E-Bike Guided Tour / Ibiza Outdoors

Ibiza Outdoors lists guided electric-bike tours for Thursday, offering an active way to explore the island's countryside and landscapes.

Route details and departure arrangements depend on the operator.

Ibiza Jeep Tours / Sant Jordi

Guided Jeep tours offer a way to discover Ibiza beyond its main resorts.

Routes, departure points and timings vary, so advance confirmation is recommended.

Retro Tour by Mehari or Kate / Ibiza

09:30

Emove Ibiza lists its retro vehicle tour for Thursday, giving visitors a different way to explore the island.

Coasteering Ibiza / San Carlos

From 10:00

Coasteering offers an active coastal adventure combining shoreline exploration and sea-based activity.

Conditions and the precise itinerary depend on the operator.

BIBO Park / Sant Rafel

From 10:00

BIBO Park offers a family-friendly visitor experience focused on Ibiza's native plants and biodiversity.

Can Rich Guided Winery Tour and Wine Tasting / Sant Antoni

From 10:00

Can Rich offers guided winery visits and wine tastings introducing visitors to Ibiza's wine production and agricultural traditions.

Quad, Buggy and Electric Motorbike Excursions / Ibiza

From 10:00

Several guided vehicle excursions are listed for Thursday, with departures depending on the chosen operator and booking.

These offer another way to explore Ibiza's countryside and less familiar routes.

Sa Cova de Can Marçà / Port de Sant Miquel

From 10:30

Sa Cova de Can Marçà offers guided visits through one of Ibiza's best-known caves.

The experience introduces visitors to the island's geological features and coastal landscape.

Boat Trips and Coastal Adventures

Ferry to Formentera / Ibiza Port

From 07:00, depending on operator

Ferries from Ibiza Town provide access to Formentera for a full-day island trip. Other services connect Santa Eulària and additional boarding points with the neighbouring island.

Travellers should check the current timetable and departure port before buying tickets.

Beach Hopper Daytime Cruise / Ibiza Town

From 10:15

The Beach Hopper offers a boat-based way to explore Ibiza's coastline and beaches.

Departure arrangements and itineraries should be checked with the operator.

Cave and Beach Hopping Boat Tour / Ibiza Town

From 10:30

This excursion combines coastal scenery with opportunities to explore beaches and caves from the water.

Three-Hour Boat Trip with Paddle Surf and Snorkelling / Ibiza Town

From 10:30

SUP Paradise Ibiza lists a boat excursion combining time on the water with paddle-surfing and snorkelling opportunities.

Crystal Waters Boat Trip / Ibiza Town

From 10:45

A further coastal excursion is listed from Ibiza Town, providing another option for exploring the island by sea.

Natural Park and Aquarium Boat Trip / Sant Antoni

11:00–14:00

Captain Nemo's trip combines a coastal boat excursion with a marine-life-focused experience, making it a family-friendly option.

Beach Cruise and Cala Salada Excursions / Sant Antoni

From 11:00

Float Your Boat lists daytime cruises to Cala Bassa and Cala Conta, as well as a Cala Salada cruise and ferry services along the coast.

Departures and itineraries depend on the specific ticket and weather conditions.

Lady Virginia Boat Trip / Ibiza Town

From 13:00

The Lady Virginia offers another daytime boat option from Ibiza Town.

Salvador Day Boat Trip / Ibiza Town

From 13:00

The Salvador day trip provides another option for experiencing Ibiza from the water.

Into the Island: Boat, 4x4 and Es Vedrà Sunset Adventure / Ibiza Town

From 14:30

Into the Island lists a combined boat and four-wheel-drive excursion centred on the Es Vedrà area and Ibiza's coastal scenery.

Sunset Boat Trips / San Antoni and Ibiza Town

Afternoon and evening options include the Float Your Boat sunset cruise, Captain Nemo's Es Vedrà trip, the Salvador sunset trip and a paddle-surf and snorkelling excursion with SUP Paradise Ibiza.

Departure times vary, and sunset experiences should be booked in advance.

Formentera Gastronomic Weeks

October 12–25 / Participating restaurants across Formentera

Formentera Gastronomic Weeks continue with special menus at participating restaurants, listed at €28 per person, excluding drinks.

The initiative highlights the island's culinary traditions and seasonal produce. Restaurant schedules and menu availability vary, so diners should check whether the special menu is served at lunch, dinner or both.

The experience can be combined with Sant Francesc Market, the autumn art programme and a walk around the island's main village.

Food, Sunset Sessions and Live Music

The Paripé Tardeo / Nassau Beach Club

From 13:00

The Paripé Tardeo is listed for Thursday at Nassau Beach Club, offering a daytime food and music option.

Summer DJ Sounds / Atzaró Beach, Cala Nova

From 13:00

Atzaró Beach lists a daytime DJ session in the Cala Nova area, providing an option for visitors looking for music and a beachside setting.

Zazú Ibiza Closing Party

From 13:00

Zazú Ibiza lists its closing party with DJ Romayor.

Check the venue's current opening arrangements and ticket information before visiting.

Special Lunch Honouring Older Residents / Cala de Bou

From 14:00

The Festes de Cala de Bou and Port des Torrent include a special lunch honouring older residents of Cala de Bou.

The event provides an opportunity for the community to recognise its older residents as part of the wider autumn festivities.

Poolside Paradise x Pure Ibiza Radio / Hyde Ibiza

From 15:00

The Poolside Paradise session with Pure Ibiza Radio is listed for Thursday afternoon at Hyde Ibiza.

Aperitivo / Stevie Alla Bottega

From 17:00

Stevie Alla Bottega offers an early-evening aperitivo option for visitors looking for a relaxed stop before dinner.

Spritz O'Clock / Sonrojo Beach and Chiringuito

From 17:00

Sonrojo lists its Spritz O'Clock experience for Thursday afternoon and early evening.

Happy Hour / Locals Only

From 18:00

Locals Only offers a happy-hour option for visitors exploring the island's evening dining scene.

Sunset Sessions / La Torre Ibiza

From 18:00

La Torre Ibiza offers a sunset session in a coastal setting, providing an alternative to the island's larger music venues.

Ibiza Food Tours / Ibiza Town

From 18:00

Ibiza Food Tours offers an evening culinary experience focused on the island's food culture and local flavours.

Solar Sessions / UP Rooftop at The Standard Ibiza

From 18:30

Solar Sessions brings music to the UP rooftop at The Standard Ibiza. The setting offers city views and a relaxed way to begin the evening.

Live Music with Eribertho Cruz / Cala Escondida, Playa d'en Bossa

18:30–20:30

Cuban musician Eribertho Cruz performs on the sand stage at Cala Escondida.

The chiringuito remains open during October, and the concert provides a live-music option beside the beach.

Dea Tanit / Can Jordi Blues Station, Sant Jordi

19:00–21:00

The five-member female rock quintet Dea Tanit returns to Can Jordi Blues Station with a set of rock, blues, soul and funk covers.

Café Mambo Sunset Sessions / Sant Antoni

From 19:00

Café Mambo's sunset sessions provide another option for music and drinks overlooking the west coast.

Happy Hour at Es Birra / Es Canar

From 19:00

Es Birra lists its Thursday happy hour, making it a casual option before the later live-music events.

Los del Varadero / Tribu, Cala de Bou

20:00–22:00

Tribu hosts a rumba and pop night with Los del Varadero, bringing live music to the Cala de Bou area.

Héctor Roldán / Cas Costas, Sant Jordi

20:00–22:00

Singer Héctor Roldán returns to Cas Costas with a repertoire of melodic songs and pop, offering another live-music option in the Sant Jordi area.

Sa Caleta Musical Evening / Sant Josep

Sa Caleta Restaurant lists its musical evening programme for Thursday.

Confirm the exact start time and performance details with the venue.

Thursday Night in Ibiza

Santa Teresa Musical Tribute / Es Cubells

The central Santa Teresa celebration is also a major cultural event of the evening.

The Serrat tribute Hoy puede ser un gran día brings a live musical performance to the village as part of the main-day festivities.

Semiótica nuclear / Sa Cultural

19:30

The poetry presentation by Ben Clark and Julio Herranz offers a literary alternative to the island's evening music venues.

Hernán Cattáneo / Las Dalias Garden and Akasha

Garden from 19:00 / Akasha from 23:00

Hernán Cattáneo headlines a night that begins in the garden at Las Dalias and continues inside Akasha.

The garden programme includes Valentín Huedo, while the late-night session at Akasha features Cattáneo alongside Pole Position and Kevin Di Serna.

Las Chicas Winter Pop-Up / ROTO Ibiza

From 19:00

The Las Chicas Winter Pop-Up is listed at ROTO Ibiza for October 15 and 16.

It offers an evening shopping and social option alongside the music programme.

Nilda Ventura: Agradeciendo / Jesús Cultural Centre

Listed from 19:00

The exhibition by Nilda Ventura is listed at the Jesús Cultural Centre. It can be combined with the wider evening cultural programme, subject to confirmation of the opening arrangements.

Eve's Occasional Cigarette / Gathering

An exhibition by Tamara K.E. appears in the Thursday listings at Gathering.

Confirm the current opening arrangements and access details directly with the venue.

Jornadas ESPHERA / Sa Peixateria, Ibiza Town

Evening programme

The heritage conference offers an additional cultural option for those interested in Ibiza's history and art.

Check the final programme for specific talks and session times.

Dante's HiFi Presents Local Heroes / Nômade Temple Ibiza

From 20:00

Dante's HiFi presents Local Heroes at Nômade Temple Ibiza on October 15 and 16, adding another music option to the evening programme.

DecaDance / Cuyo Ibiza

20:30

DecaDance brings a nostalgic music and dining atmosphere to Cuyo Ibiza. The Thursday event is listed as free entry, with reservations recommended.

Jazz Point Ibiza: Opening Night / JARA at The Standard Ibiza

21:00

Jazz Point Ibiza begins its seventh edition with A Taste of All Festival Artists.

The programme features four musical combinations:

• Romero Lubambo, Andrés Coll and Joan Carles Marí.

• Tal Cohen Trio with Catalina Londoño.

• Karolina Strassmayer with Tal Cohen, François Moutin and Florian Arbenz.

• Maikel Vistel with François Moutin, Florian Arbenz and guests.

The festival runs from October 15 to 18 at The Standard Ibiza, with afternoon rooftop concerts and evening performances. Tickets are sold per concert, with prices starting from €20.

Melon Bomb / Pikes Ibiza

21:00

Pikes hosts Melon Bomb, with Darius Syrossian, Melon Bomb, Perry Martin and Jamie Love on the lineup.

The party offers a late-night option for visitors looking for house music and a more intimate venue than the larger clubs.

One Last Sin: Utopia Presents CCX / Playa Soleil and Bora Bora

22:30–06:00 Friday

One Last Sin brings Utopia to Playa Soleil and Bora Bora for an extended late-night session.

The published lineup includes Moana and Gia performing live, alongside The Organism, Gaya Brisa, Asfardi and Defex.

Intimo with Lola von Dage and Manolete / Mongibello

23:55

The Intimo event is listed at Mongibello, providing an additional late-night music option. Check the venue's current entry and booking arrangements before attending.

Bubbles / Es Paradis

23:59–06:00 Friday

Bubbles takes place at Es Paradis in San Antoni, adding another late-night option to Thursday's clubbing programme.

Thursday, October 15, 2026 Ibiza and Formentera Events at a Glance

The Best Things to Do on Thursday, October 15

For a day centred on local culture, the main Santa Teresa celebrations in Es Cubells are among the strongest highlights. The special lunch in Cala de Bou, the memorial gathering in Ibiza Town and the ESPHERA heritage conference also bring community and cultural activities to the forefront.

Visitors interested in art can explore Picarol at Sa Nostra Sala, the exhibitions in Dalt Vila and Santa Eulària, or contemporary works across the island's galleries. Formentera is another option, with Sant Francesc Market, Gastronomic Weeks, Tardor d'Art and the opening programme of Trans October.

For music lovers, Jazz Point Ibiza offers the major live-music highlight of the day with its opening concert at The Standard. Dea Tanit, Eribertho Cruz and Los del Varadero provide additional live performances across the island, while Hernán Cattáneo at Las Dalias and Akasha, Melon Bomb at Pikes and Utopia's One Last Sin at Playa Soleil offer alternatives for the evening.

Thursday, October 15, is a reminder that Ibiza and Formentera offer much more than their summer clubbing calendars. Traditional celebrations, art, literature, gastronomy, nature and live music continue to shape the islands' autumn programme.