Saturday, October 10, offers opportunities to explore Ibiza and Formentera through contemporary art, local heritage and relaxing seaside experiences. Visitors can spend the morning by the beach at Hotel Riomar, discover an art collection at Formentera’s historic lighthouse, or explore exhibitions in Santa Eulària and Sant Antoni. The island’s ethnographic museum also offers a window into traditional Ibizan life and culture.

1. Riomar Day Experience: Poolside Relaxation in Santa Eulària

For those looking to slow down and enjoy Ibiza’s coastline, Hotel Riomar offers a day-pass experience combining pool access, beach time, food and wellness facilities.

Situated on the seafront in Santa Eulària des Riu, the hotel provides a relaxed alternative to the island’s busier beach clubs. Guests can enjoy the swimming pool, spend time on the nearby beach and use the hotel’s restaurant facilities without booking an overnight stay.

Day-pass packages include consumption credit, allowing visitors to enjoy food and drinks during their visit. For a more wellness-focused day, the hotel also advertises a package featuring breakfast, an ice bath, a 30-minute massage, access to the beach or pool and consumption credit.

October is the final part of the hotel’s published 2026 day-pass season, which runs through October 16. Advance booking is recommended.

Event Details

• Event: Riomar Day Experience

• Date: Saturday, October 10

• Start time: 10:00

• Location: Hotel Riomar, Santa Eulària des Riu, Ibiza

• Facilities: Swimming pool, beach access, restaurant and wellness options

• Day-pass options: Standard and wellness packages, subject to availability

• Booking: Reserve directly with Hotel Riomar before visiting.

2. Cati Verdera Exhibition at Far de la Mola, Formentera

At the eastern end of Formentera, Far de la Mola stands dramatically above the Mediterranean, offering one of the island’s most memorable coastal settings. Beyond its lighthouse and panoramic views, the site now serves as a cultural and educational space dedicated to the island’s artistic heritage.

The exhibition featuring the donation by Cati Verdera presents a collection of 56 artworks by artists with close connections to Formentera. The collection offers visitors an opportunity to discover different artistic perspectives associated with the island and its cultural identity.

The lighthouse is particularly appealing to those who want to combine a cultural visit with a trip through Formentera’s countryside. Its elevated position on the La Mola plateau also makes the surrounding landscape a highlight of the experience.

The exhibition is open on Saturday morning, making October 10 a good opportunity to explore the collection before continuing towards nearby viewpoints and villages.

Event Details

• Event: Exhibition of the Cati Verdera Donation

• Date: Saturday, October 10

• Opening hours: 10:00 to 14:00

• Location: Far de la Mola Cultural and Educational Space, Formentera

• Highlights: A collection of 56 donated artworks by artists connected to Formentera, alongside the historic lighthouse setting

• Admission: €4.50; free for residents, people under 18 and unemployed visitors. Reduced admission of €2.50 applies to students and retirees.

3. Dones a la Mar: Contemporary Art in Santa Eulària

Art lovers can visit Dones a la mar, an exhibition by Marina Penhos hosted at the Sant Jaume 72 exhibition space in Santa Eulària des Riu.

Running from October 6 to 24, the exhibition forms part of the municipality’s autumn cultural programme and offers visitors a chance to discover the work of an artist presenting her work in a dedicated local exhibition venue.

Its central title, translating as “Women at Sea”, places the exhibition within an evocative Mediterranean context. The venue is conveniently located in Santa Eulària, making it an easy cultural stop while exploring the town’s shops, cafés and waterfront.

The exhibition is open in both the morning and late afternoon on Saturdays, so visitors can plan a visit before lunch or return later in the day.

Event Details

• Event: Dones a la mar

• Artist: Marina Penhos

• Date: Saturday, October 10

• Opening hours: 10:00 to 13:30 and 16:30 to 19:30

• Location: Sala de Exposiciones Sant Jaume 72, Santa Eulària des Riu, Ibiza

• Exhibition dates: October 6 to 24, 2026

• Admission: Check with the exhibition venue for current entry information.

4. Miratges Reals: Elisabeth Louy at Far de ses Coves Blanques

In Sant Antoni de Portmany, the Far de ses Coves Blanques provides a distinctive setting for exhibitions inside a former lighthouse that has been transformed into a cultural space.

The exhibition Miratges Reals, by Elisabeth Louy and curated by Nina Vagić, explores reflection and light as artistic elements. The works transform old mirrors into artistic surfaces, drawing inspiration from Mediterranean and Phoenician imagery.

The result invites visitors to consider how light, reflections and the surrounding environment can influence the way artworks are perceived. It also offers an opportunity to visit one of Sant Antoni’s cultural landmarks along the waterfront.

Saturday, October 10, is listed as the final day of the exhibition. Visitors planning to attend should prioritise the confirmed morning opening hours.

Event Details

• Event: Miratges Reals

• Artist: Elisabeth Louy

• Curator: Nina Vagić

• Date: Saturday, October 10

• Morning opening hours: 10:00 to 14:00

• Location: Far de ses Coves Blanques, Passeig de la Mar, Sant Antoni de Portmany, Ibiza

• Admission: Free

• Important information: October 10 is listed as the closing date for the exhibition. Confirm the latest visitor information before travelling.

5. Ethnographic Museum of Ibiza: Discover Traditional Island Life

For visitors interested in Ibiza’s history beyond its modern tourist image, the Ethnographic Museum of Ibiza offers a valuable introduction to the island’s rural traditions and cultural heritage.

Housed in Can Ros, a traditional rural property near Puig de Missa in Santa Eulària, the museum explores how people lived and worked on the island in earlier generations.

Its collection includes traditional clothing, jewellery, household objects, agricultural tools and other artefacts that help explain everyday life in the Pityusic Islands. The historic building itself adds another layer to the visit, offering insight into traditional Ibizan architecture and domestic spaces.

The museum is a useful stop for anyone looking to understand the island’s identity, craftsmanship and agricultural history. Its quieter setting also makes it a pleasant complement to a walk around Santa Eulària’s historic centre.

Event Details

• Event: Ethnographic Museum of Ibiza

• Date: Saturday, October 10

• Opening hours: 10:00 to 14:00

• Location: Can Ros, Avinguda del Pare Guasch, Santa Eulària des Riu, Ibiza

• Highlights: Traditional clothing, jewellery, household artefacts, agricultural tools and local heritage

• Visitor information: The museum follows its winter schedule from October 1, opening Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00 to 14:00.

Explore Ibiza and Formentera Through Art, History and Relaxation

Saturday’s programme offers several ways to experience the islands at a different pace. From a relaxed day beside the sea at Hotel Riomar to contemporary exhibitions in Santa Eulària and Sant Antoni, there is plenty for visitors interested in art and culture.

In Formentera, the Cati Verdera collection provides an additional reason to visit Far de la Mola, while the Ethnographic Museum of Ibiza offers a deeper look at the traditions that helped shape the island. Together, these experiences make October 10 an opportunity to explore the cultural and creative side of the Pityusic Islands.