Ibiza's local traditions take centre stage on Saturday, November 7, with a programme celebrating the island's gastronomy, agricultural heritage and community spirit.
The fourth Ibiza Red Potato Tortilla Contest returns to Plaça del Parc, followed by La Verbenita, a street celebration bringing music and entertainment to Vara de Rey. Meanwhile, Santa Gertrudis begins its November festivities with sporting competitions, agricultural activities and an evening party.
Traditional markets across Ibiza and Formentera also provide opportunities to discover local produce, handmade crafts, vintage items and second-hand goods.
IV Ibiza Red Potato Tortilla Contest at Plaça del Parc
One of Saturday's main gastronomic highlights is the fourth edition of the Ibiza Red Potato Tortilla Contest.
The competition celebrates Ibiza's distinctive red potato, bringing together participants who prepare traditional Spanish potato omelettes in a friendly culinary challenge.
Originally scheduled for October, the event was postponed due to weather conditions and rescheduled for November 7.
The competition takes place at Plaça del Parc, with participants able to prepare their dishes before the judging and prize presentations.
Event Details
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Event: IV Ibiza Red Potato Tortilla Contest
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Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
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Team set-up: From 10:30
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Competition: 12:00–15:30
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Venue: Plaça del Parc
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Location: Ibiza Town
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Main ingredient: Ibiza red potatoes
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Registration: Through the municipal Participa Eivissa platform
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Prizes: Local-product baskets valued at €300, €200 and €150
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Participation reward: Local-product selection for participating teams
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Admission: Free for visitors
La Verbenita at Passeig de Vara de Rey
Following the tortilla competition, the celebrations continue with La Verbenita, transforming Passeig de Vara de Rey into a festive meeting point.
The event combines music, gastronomy and street entertainment, bringing a traditional verbena atmosphere to central Ibiza.
The musical programme includes performances by El Carmona, Mágico Rodríguez, Francisca Valenzuela, El Gordo Romero and El Manolo.
The celebration is scheduled to continue until midnight, offering an afternoon and evening of entertainment in the heart of the city.
Event Details
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Event: La Verbenita
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Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
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Time: 15:30–00:00 Sunday
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Venue: Passeig de Vara de Rey
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Location: Ibiza Town
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Performers: El Carmona, Mágico Rodríguez, Francisca Valenzuela, El Gordo Romero and El Manolo
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Entertainment: Live music, street celebration and gastronomy
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Admission: Free
Santa Gertrudis Festivities 2026 Begin
Santa Gertrudis begins its traditional November festivities on Saturday, with a programme of sporting activities, rural experiences and evening entertainment.
The celebrations continue until December 5, with the main patron-saint celebrations taking place on November 16.
Saturday's programme includes the 13th Santa Gertrudis Tennis Tournament, a guided visit to Juntos Farm and the evening party El Paripé.
XIII Santa Gertrudis Tennis Tournament
The municipal tennis courts welcome participants for the 13th edition of the Santa Gertrudis Tennis Tournament.
The competition forms part of the village's traditional festivities and brings a sporting element to the opening weekend.
Event Details
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Event: XIII Santa Gertrudis Tennis Tournament
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Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
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Time: From 09:30
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Venue: Municipal tennis courts
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Location: Santa Gertrudis de Fruitera
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Admission: Check with the organisers.
Discover Juntos Farm
Juntos Farm invites visitors to discover its agricultural project through a guided visit.
The experience introduces participants to the farm's work and local agricultural production, providing an opportunity to learn more about food growing and sustainable farming on Ibiza.
Places are limited and advance registration is required.
Event Details
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Event: Descobreix Juntos Farm
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Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
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Time: 12:00
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Venue: Juntos Farm
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Location: Santa Gertrudis
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Experience: Guided agricultural visit
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Admission: Free
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Reservations: Required
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Contact: 699 325 842
El Paripé at Plaça del Parc, Santa Gertrudis
The village festivities continue into the evening with El Paripé, a celebration inspired by traditional southern Spanish verbena culture.
The programme includes live rumba by Zamorano, a Sevillanas competition and DJ entertainment featuring popular hits and reggaeton.
The party creates a festive atmosphere in the village square, with free admission.
Event Details
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Event: El Paripé
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Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
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Time: 17:00–01:00 Sunday
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Venue: Plaça del Parc
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Location: Santa Gertrudis de Fruitera
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Live performer: Zamorano
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Additional entertainment: Sevillanas competition and DJ sessions
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Music: Rumba, popular hits and reggaeton
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Individual DJs: Not named in the published programme
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Admission: Free
Saturday Markets Across Ibiza
Saturday is one of the best days to discover Ibiza's traditional markets, with several locations offering second-hand shopping, vintage objects, handmade products, local food and agricultural produce.
Sant Jordi Flea Market
The Sant Jordi Flea Market returns to the former horse-racing track, bringing together a wide selection of second-hand and vintage items.
Visitors can browse clothing, books, household objects, antiques, collectibles and other pre-owned goods.
The market is also a popular meeting point for residents and visitors looking for unusual finds and affordable purchases.
Event Details
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Event: Sant Jordi Flea Market
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Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
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Time: 08:00–15:00
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Venue: Former Sant Jordi racecourse
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Location: Sant Jordi, Ibiza
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Products: Second-hand clothing, books, antiques, vintage objects and household goods
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Admission: Free
Las Dalias Hippy Market
Las Dalias continues its traditional Saturday Hippy Market during the autumn and winter season.
The market brings together local and international artisans, offering handmade jewellery, clothing, accessories, crafts, home decorations and artistic creations.
Visitors can also enjoy the food and drink spaces around the venue, making it a popular place to spend part of the day.
Event Details
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Event: Las Dalias Hippy Market
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Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
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Time: 10:00–17:00
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Venue: Las Dalias
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Location: Sant Carles, Ibiza
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Products: Handmade jewellery, clothing, accessories, crafts and art
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Admission: Check current entrance arrangements.
Mercat de Forada
The Mercat de Forada takes place at the Can Tixedó crossroads in Buscastell, focusing on local agricultural products and traditional island goods.
Visitors can discover seasonal fruit and vegetables, honey, olive oil, wine, ecological products and handmade items from Ibiza's countryside.
The market is an opportunity to support local producers and discover the island's agricultural traditions.
Event Details
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Event: Mercat de Forada
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Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
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Time: 10:00–16:00
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Venue: Can Tixedó crossroads
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Location: Buscastell, Ibiza
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Products: Local produce, honey, olive oil, wine, ecological goods and crafts
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Admission: Free
Restaurat Sant Antoni: 13 Restaurants Celebrate Seasonal Ibiza Cuisine
The 17th edition of Restaurat Sant Antoni continues throughout November, bringing together 13 restaurants for a gastronomic celebration of local ingredients.
Running from November 2 until December 8, the initiative highlights two traditional ingredients from Ibiza's agricultural heritage: sweet potatoes and potatoes.
Each participating restaurant prepares a special three-course menu featuring a starter, main course and dessert for €26 per person, excluding drinks.
The programme encourages visitors and residents to discover the area's restaurants and enjoy different interpretations of traditional island cuisine.
Participating Restaurants
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Ample32
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Es Rebost de Can Prats
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Es Ventall
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Grill Sant Antoni
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La Josefita
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Sa Palmera
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Sa Prensa
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S'Avaradero
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Ses Casetes Art Cafè
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S·Marí Cocina-Bar
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Venezia Pizzeria e Ristorante
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La Villa Portmany
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Zebra Steak & Grill
Event Details
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Event: 17th Restaurat Sant Antoni
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Dates: November 2–December 8, 2026
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Date covered: Saturday, November 7
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Location: Sant Antoni and surrounding villages
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Participating restaurants: 13
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Menu: Starter, main course and dessert
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Price: €26 per person
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Drinks: Not included
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Service: Lunch or dinner, depending on the restaurant
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Reservations: Recommended
Individual restaurants have different schedules, so visitors should confirm menu availability before booking.
Formentera's Saturday Markets
Formentera also offers two regular Saturday markets, providing opportunities to discover local agricultural products and second-hand goods.
Mercat Pagès at Centre Antoni Tur Gabrielet
Formentera's farmers' market continues its winter programme at Centre Antoni Tur Gabrielet in Sant Francesc.
Local producers offer fresh seasonal fruit, vegetables and agricultural products, providing a chance to discover the island's food culture.
Event Details
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Event: Mercat Pagès
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Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
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Time: 09:00–14:00
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Venue: Centre Antoni Tur Gabrielet
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Location: Sant Francesc, Formentera
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Products: Fresh seasonal produce and local agricultural goods
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Admission: Free
Formentera Second-Hand Market at Jardí de ses Eres
The Saturday second-hand market returns to Jardí de ses Eres in Sant Francesc.
Visitors can browse pre-owned clothing, household objects and other second-hand items in an outdoor market setting.
Event Details
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Event: Formentera Second-Hand Market
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Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
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Time: 11:00–14:00
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Venue: Jardí de ses Eres
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Location: Sant Francesc, Formentera
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Products: Second-hand clothing and miscellaneous goods
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Admission: Free
Additional Community Announcements
The Saturday roundup also includes two municipal initiatives with deadlines extending beyond November 7. These are not Saturday events, but they are relevant announcements for residents.
Santa Eulària's Christmas Balcony Decoration Competition
Santa Eulària Town Council launches the second edition of its Christmas balcony-decoration competition, encouraging residents to decorate balconies, windows, façades and entrances with creative and sustainable festive displays.
The competition includes six prizes, with shopping vouchers totalling €2,500. Separate awards are available for private homes and residential communities.
Event Details
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Initiative: II Christmas Balcony Decoration Competition
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Organiser: Santa Eulària Town Council
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Registration: Free
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Application deadline: November 17, 2026
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Decoration period: December 1, 2026–January 6, 2027
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Prizes: Six awards, with €2,500 in shopping vouchers
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Criteria: Originality, creativity, lighting and sustainable or recycled materials
Shared Solar Energy Project at Cas Serres
Ibiza Town Council continues encouraging residents and small businesses to participate in its shared solar self-consumption project at Cas Serres.
The initiative allows eligible participants to benefit from locally generated renewable electricity without having to install their own solar panels.
The published annual fee is €100 per allocated kilowatt, with potential savings depending on consumption and allocated capacity.
Event Details
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Initiative: Shared Solar Energy Project at Cas Serres
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Organiser: Ibiza Town Council
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Location: Cas Serres, Ibiza Town
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Published annual fee: €100 per allocated kilowatt
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Registration deadline: November 9, 2026
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Eligibility: Check the official municipal requirements
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Registration: Through the municipal information and application process
Discover Ibiza and Formentera Through Local Traditions
From the Red Potato Tortilla Contest and La Verbenita to Santa Gertrudis' traditional festivities, agricultural markets and Restaurat Sant Antoni, Saturday offers a varied programme celebrating the islands' local communities.
Formentera adds its own agricultural and second-hand markets, while the municipal initiatives provide further opportunities for residents to participate in local projects.
November 7 is an excellent opportunity to explore Ibiza and Formentera beyond their summer attractions and discover the traditions, food and community life that continue throughout the year.