From a major Mediterranean conservation forum and the opening of Ibiza's dTAPASxIBZ gastronomic route to the final weeks of Punta Arabí Hippy Market, local art exhibitions, traditional island culture and late-night music, Wednesday offers a varied programme across Ibiza and Formentera.
Wednesday, October 21, brings together environmental discussions, gastronomy, literature, art and live music across the Pityusic Islands. The VIII Ibiza and Formentera Marine Forum takes centre stage at Sa Peixateria in Ibiza Town, bringing together scientists, environmental specialists, public representatives and people working in the marine economy to discuss the future of the Mediterranean.
The city also welcomes the second edition of dTAPASxIBZ, a five-day tapas route inviting visitors to explore participating bars and restaurants. In the countryside, Punta Arabí Hippy Market continues its final October Wednesdays with more than 400 stalls, food trucks and live music.
Cultural highlights include the presentation of the English and Spanish translations of Dones de la Sal, a free screening of the 1966 film El piano, and the opening of Mariana Eiras's abstract art exhibition Confluencias at Can Jordi Blues Station. Formentera offers its daily market, contemporary exhibitions and Gastronomic Weeks.
After the recent heavy rainfall, conditions are forecast to improve, although local recovery work may still affect access and operating arrangements. Check individual venues, transport services and outdoor activity operators before setting out.
1. Major Events and Environmental Conferences
VIII Ibiza and Formentera Marine Forum
Time: 09:15 to 21:00, according to the detailed programme
Location: Sa Peixateria, Ibiza Town
The VIII Ibiza and Formentera Marine Forum continues its 2026 edition with a full day of public discussions dedicated to protecting the Mediterranean.
The Wednesday programme focuses on the relationship between the economy and the sea, sustainable boating, Posidonia oceanica, climate change and the restoration of marine ecosystems.
The event is free and open to the public, making it one of the day's most important cultural and environmental gatherings.
Wednesday's programme
Morning: The blue economy and financing marine protection
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09:15 to 09:30: Institutional opening.
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09:30 to 10:15: Diagnosis and Future: From Ideas to Action. Discussions cover the MarPITIUS report, invasive algae valorisation, the Balearic Sea Report and sustainable financing.
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10:15 to 11:30: Sustainable Anchoring and the Nautical Business. Experts examine the impact of anchoring on Posidonia seagrass and practical ways to balance marine conservation with boating and charter activity.
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11:30 to 12:00: Break and breakfast.
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12:00 to 13:00: Climate, Society and the Future. Speakers explore the communication of the climate crisis and the transition towards a more sustainable economy.
Afternoon: The Mediterranean in transformation
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17:00 to 18:00: Posidonia: The Pulse of the Mediterranean. Scientists discuss blue carbon, biodiversity and the role of seagrass meadows in protecting marine ecosystems.
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18:00 to 18:30: Coffee and networking.
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18:30 to 19:30: From Climate Risk to Mediterranean Regeneration. Environmental communicator José Luis Gallego and climate scientist Samira Khodayar discuss extreme weather, economic consequences and possible responses.
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19:30 to 20:00: Keynote by geographer and climatologist Jacob Petrus, titled An Unprecedented Crisis.
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20:00 to 21:00: Institutional closing, live concert by Felt Oxytocin and live painting by Cristina Reina.
The morning sessions feature contributors including Esteban Morelle-Hungría, Marta Florido, Raquel Vaquer, Patricia Gómez, Sandra Espeja, Xisco Sobrado, Artal Mayans, Diego de la Viña, Cristina Monge and Isabel Moreno.
The forum brings together scientific research, public policy and commercial perspectives to address the challenges facing the Mediterranean and the communities that depend on it.
dTAPASxIBZ 2026: Ibiza's Five-Day Tapas Route Begins
Dates: October 21 to 25
Location: Participating bars and restaurants throughout Ibiza Town
The second edition of dTAPASxIBZ begins on Wednesday, turning Ibiza Town into a gastronomic route dedicated to creative tapas.
Participating restaurants prepare an original tapa available during their normal opening hours. Prices range from €5 to €10 per tapa, offering visitors the opportunity to explore different establishments and sample dishes inspired by local ingredients and contemporary cooking.
The route is open to the public, and the official app provides a map, participating venues and information about the tapas. Visitors can vote for their favourites, with a professional jury also taking part. The winning tapa will represent Ibiza at the National Tapas Championship in Valladolid.
The event runs until Sunday, October 25, making it possible to explore the route over several days rather than attempting to visit all participating establishments at once.
2. Markets and Seasonal Tourism
Punta Arabí Hippy Market
Time: 10:00 to 18:00
Location: Punta Arabí, Es Canar, Santa Eulària des Riu, Ibiza
Punta Arabí Hippy Market continues its Wednesday programme as the 2026 season enters its final weeks.
Established in 1973, the market is one of Ibiza's best-known craft and lifestyle destinations. Its network of more than 400 stalls offers handmade items, jewellery, clothing, accessories, home décor, cosmetics and other products, including creations using recycled and sustainable materials.
Visitors can also explore the food-truck area and enjoy live music throughout the market.
The market's official seasonal schedule confirms that it opens every Wednesday from 10:00 to 18:00 until October 28. Wednesday, October 21, is therefore one of the final two opportunities to visit before the seasonal closure.
The hotel that hosts the market has finished its summer season, but the market itself has a separate operating schedule.
Sant Francesc Market
Time: 10:00 to 14:00
Location: Sant Francesc Xavier, Formentera
Formentera's daily market continues in the island's main town, with stalls selling local products and other market goods.
The market provides a daytime activity for visitors exploring Sant Francesc, particularly those combining shopping with a visit to the nearby exhibitions and cafés.
Visitors travelling from Ibiza should check ferry schedules and current transport arrangements before making the crossing.
Can Rich Winery Tour and Tasting
Listed visit times: 10:00 and 12:00, subject to confirmation
Location: Bodegas Can Rich, near Sant Antoni, Ibiza
Bodegas Can Rich offers guided visits introducing visitors to Ibiza's wine production, vineyards and winery.
Experiences combine information about the production process with opportunities to taste locally produced wines and other products. Different formats are available, from tastings to guided visits and food pairings.
Advance booking is required. The displayed times are booking options, not confirmation of available places, so contact the winery before travelling.
Can Marçà Cave Tour
Listed opening hours: 10:30 to 17:30
Location: Port de Sant Miquel, Ibiza
Can Marçà Cave offers guided visits exploring the geological formations and history of one of Ibiza's best-known natural attractions.
The tour provides a different perspective on the island beyond its beaches, introducing visitors to the cave's formations and its history.
Check the operator's current timetable and access arrangements before travelling, especially following the recent heavy rainfall.
Group Social Trail Run
Listed start: 09:00
Location: Ibiza, with a meeting point that changes weekly
The Group Social Trail Run offers an opportunity for runners to explore Ibiza's countryside in a group setting.
The listed participation fee is €4. The exact route and meeting location change each week, so participants should contact the organiser to obtain the current details.
The activity is weather- and route-dependent, and participants should confirm that the session is proceeding following the recent storms.
3. Culture, Literature and Film
Dones de la Sal: English and Spanish Translation Presentation
Time: 18:30
Location: Biblioteca Vicent Serra i Orvay, Sant Jordi de ses Salines, Ibiza
Sant Josep commemorates Library Day with a presentation of the English and Spanish translations of Dones de la Sal, the book by Esperança Marí i Mayans exploring the role of women in Ibiza's historic salt industry.
The English edition is titled Salt Women, while the Spanish edition is Mujeres de la sal.
The presentation brings together the author and translators James Cooper and Paula Ramon Vingut, alongside Maria Cardona Marí, linguistic adviser to Sant Josep Town Council.
The event explores the translation process and the importance of making Ibiza's salt-making heritage accessible to local readers and international audiences.
Admission is free. The event offers an opportunity to discover a lesser-known part of the island's history and the contribution of women to its traditional economy.
El piano (1966): Films Shot in Ibiza in Black and White
Time: 20:00
Location: Sa Nostra Sala, Ibiza Town
The final instalment of the Días de cine filmado en Ibiza en blanco y negro series screens El piano, a German feature film from 1966.
The story follows a man who leaves his former life behind, takes his piano and travels to a quiet island in search of peace. Scenes were filmed around Sa Cala, Sant Carles, Dalt Vila and Ibiza's port.
The screening forms part of the Consell Insular d'Eivissa's cultural and heritage programme, exploring the island's history as a filming location.
Filmmaker and Ibiza cinema researcher Enrique Villalonga introduces the screening.
Admission is free.
4. Art Exhibitions and Gallery Openings
Confluencias by Mariana Eiras
Opening: 19:00
Exhibition dates: October 21 to December 7
Location: Can Jordi Blues Station, Sant Josep, Ibiza
Argentinian artist Mariana Eiras opens Confluencias, an exhibition of abstract painting at the exhibition space inside Can Jordi Blues Station.
The works explore colour, material, texture and transformation, bringing together elements that at first appear to be opposites, including strength and calm, light and shadow, impulse and reflection.
Rather than representing a single identifiable reality, Eiras invites visitors to interpret the paintings through their own experiences and emotions.
The exhibition continues until December 7 and is free to visit during the venue's published opening hours, Monday to Friday from 07:00 to 22:00.
Picarol: 150 Years of an Ibizan Artist
Opening hours: 10:00 to 13:30 and 17:30 to 20:30
Location: Sa Nostra Sala, Ibiza Town
The retrospective celebrating the 150th anniversary of Josep Costa Ferrer's birth continues at Sa Nostra Sala.
Better known as Picarol, Costa Ferrer was an Ibizan draftsman, caricaturist, cultural promoter and entrepreneur whose work documents an important period in the island's artistic history.
The exhibition brings together illustrations, historical documents, posters, maps and other material exploring his career and contribution to Ibiza's cultural life.
It runs through November 14, with free admission during the published opening hours.
Agradeciendo by Nilda Ventura
Opening hours: 08:30 to 14:00 and 17:30 to 20:00
Location: Jesús Cultural Centre, Jesús, Ibiza
Nilda Ventura's Agradeciendo continues after its opening on October 15.
The exhibition presents expressive figurative compositions that use colour and texture to explore emotion and human experience.
Visitors can explore the works during the cultural centre's published opening hours. Admission is free according to the exhibition listing.
Mirades by Anthony Gofer
Opening hours: 10:00 to 13:00
Location: Sant Joan parish house, Sant Joan de Labritja, Ibiza
Anthony Gofer's Mirades explores Ibiza through artistic interpretations of its landscapes, traditions and cultural identity.
The exhibition remains listed for Wednesday morning. Visitors should contact the venue to confirm access before making a special trip.
Almànguenes by Neus Riera, Known as Riqueta
Opening hours: 18:00 to 21:00
Location: Far de ses Coves Blanques, Sant Antoni, Ibiza
Artist Neus Riera, known as Riqueta, presents Almànguenes at the exhibition space inside the former lighthouse of ses Coves Blanques.
The exhibition continues through October 31 and offers an opportunity to explore local contemporary art in a distinctive coastal heritage building.
The listed Wednesday hours are 18:00 to 21:00, with free entry.
Dones a la mar by Marina Penhos
Opening hours: 10:00 to 13:30 and 16:30 to 19:30
Location: Sala d'Exposicions Sant Jaume 72, Santa Eulària des Riu, Ibiza
Marina Penhos's exhibition explores the relationship between women, memory and the Mediterranean through contemporary art.
The exhibition remains open through October 24, offering another opportunity to explore Santa Eulària's cultural programme.
The Footprints of the Sun by Marcel Boer
Opening hours: 11:00 to 14:00 and 18:00 to 21:00
Location: Olas Gallery, Santa Eulària, Ibiza
Photographer Marcel Boer presents The Footprints of the Sun, an exhibition exploring the colours, light and landscapes of Ibiza.
The photographs focus on the way Mediterranean light transforms familiar places and natural surroundings.
The exhibition continues through October 24, with free gallery access listed during the published opening hours.
Pulsión Creadora y, Algoritmo Intuitivo?
Opening hours: 17:00 to 20:00
Location: Espai Cultural Sa Punta des Molí, Sant Antoni, Ibiza
This collective exhibition by Núcleo Art Ibiza explores the relationship between artistic creation, experimentation and artificial intelligence.
Works across painting, sculpture, installation, video and digital art consider how technology influences artistic practice and how human intuition remains part of the creative process.
The exhibition continues through October 24, with free admission.
Within the Pattern by Roos Dessing
Opening hours: 17:00 to 21:00
Location: Studio 55 Gallery, Santa Eulària, Ibiza
Roos Dessing's Within the Pattern continues at Studio 55 Gallery alongside other contemporary exhibitions.
The gallery's published schedule lists Wednesday evening opening hours from 17:00 to 21:00. Check with the gallery before travelling in case of changes.
Cel d'Or by Stefan Brüggemann
Opening hours: 10:00 to 16:30
Location: MACE, Dalt Vila, Ibiza Town
The Museu d'Art Contemporani d'Eivissa presents Cel d'Or, an exhibition by contemporary artist Stefan Brüggemann.
The exhibition remains on display through November 15. MACE's official autumn schedule lists Wednesday opening hours from 10:00 to 16:30.
Visitors should confirm that the museum's access arrangements have returned to normal after the recent weather disruption.
Museu Puget: Hans Grass Exhibition
Opening hours: 10:00 to 16:30
Location: Museu Puget, Dalt Vila, Ibiza Town
The Museu Puget continues its presentation of the exhibition I en la mar, els somnis, featuring the work of Hans Grass.
The museum's permanent collection also provides an opportunity to discover paintings and watercolours by Narcís Puget Riquer and Narcís Puget Viñas, documenting Ibiza's landscapes and daily life.
The published Wednesday hours are 10:00 to 16:30.
From Sunday to Sunday by Renata Kverh
Opening hours: 10:00 to 14:00 and 18:00 to 21:00
Location: Centre Cultural Antoni Tur “Gabrielet”, Sant Francesc, Formentera
Renata Kverh's exhibition continues following its opening on October 20.
Visitors can explore the exhibition during the gallery's published morning and evening sessions.
D'aire i argila by Maribel Escandell
Opening hours: 11:00 to 14:00 and 18:00 to 20:00
Location: Sala d'Exposicions “Ajuntament Vell”, Sant Francesc, Formentera
The exhibition by Maribel Escandell Guasch continues in Formentera's Ajuntament Vell gallery.
The show remains listed through October 31. The official agenda identifies the Wednesday opening hours as 11:00 to 14:00 and 18:00 to 20:00.
5. Formentera: Markets and Gastronomic Weeks
Sant Francesc Market
Time: 10:00 to 14:00
Location: Sant Francesc Xavier, Formentera
The daily market in Sant Francesc continues through October, with stalls offering local products and other market goods.
The market can be combined with a visit to the island's art exhibitions and a meal at one of the participating restaurants in the Gastronomic Weeks.
Formentera Gastronomic Weeks
Dates: October 12 to 25
Location: Participating restaurants across Formentera
Formentera's Gastronomic Weeks continue to showcase the island's food culture, with restaurants offering special dishes and menus using seasonal ingredients.
Participating establishments have different lunch and dinner schedules. Restaurants listed for Wednesday service include:
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Dinner: 190 Pasos, Al Quèrto, Japoneria Bufambo, Canapepa, Capri, Capritxos, Casanita, Es Mal Pas, Juvia, Mar Grossa, Sa Panxa, Sa Terrassa, Sa Barraca, Trastienda and Vanni.
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Lunch: Café del Lago, Can Pasqual, Capri, Cormarí, Es Mal Pas, Juvia, Ritto, Sa Panxa, Sa Barraca and Vanni.
Some restaurants offer both lunch and dinner, while others open for only one service. Check the official gastronomic programme and contact the restaurant directly before booking.
Visitors travelling from Ibiza should also confirm ferry arrangements and allow for possible changes linked to ongoing recovery work.
6. Scuba Week Ibiza: Marine Experiences and Environmental Awareness
Dates: October 19 to 25
Locations: Multiple diving and marine venues around Ibiza
Scuba Week Ibiza continues throughout the week, offering a programme focused on the underwater world, marine conservation and sustainable tourism.
The initiative includes diving masterclasses for beginners, workshops, underwater photography and video experiences, a mobile-phone underwater photography competition, and Art vs. Plastics, a family workshop using marine waste to create artistic pieces.
The wider programme also includes talks on marine biology, expert advice, round-table discussions, an exhibition fair and an awards ceremony for the underwater photography and video competition.
The event is organised by Enjoy Ibiza Activities. A definitive Wednesday-only schedule for each individual workshop or dive has not been established in the published information, so registration and availability must be confirmed directly with the organisers.
7. Live Music, Dining and Sunset Sessions
Los del Varadero at Cala Escondida
Time: 18:30 to 20:30
Location: Cala Escondida, Playa d'en Bossa, Ibiza
The Sant Josep municipal music agenda confirms an evening performance by Los del Varadero.
The group performs rumba and pop, with vocals and guitars joined by trumpet and percussion. Its sound combines familiar melodies with a lively Mediterranean style.
The performance is listed as free and offers an alternative to the larger nightlife venues.
Miso Hungry at Bambuddha
From: 19:00
Location: Bambuddha, Santa Eulària, Ibiza
Bambuddha hosts its recurring Wednesday Miso Hungry buffet, featuring an Asian-inspired sharing-style dining experience in the restaurant's distinctive setting.
The listed price is €48 per person, with drinks and desserts charged separately. A resident discount is advertised for eligible guests.
Reservations are recommended, and visitors should confirm the current menu and price before booking.
Musical Evening at Sa Caleta Restaurant
Listed time: 20:30
Location: Sa Caleta Restaurant, Sant Josep, Ibiza
A recurring Wednesday musical evening is listed at Sa Caleta Restaurant.
The published event entry does not reliably identify the individual performer, so visitors should contact the restaurant directly for the current music programme and reservation arrangements.
8. Clubbing and Nightlife
David Morales Closing at Pikes Ibiza
Time: 21:00 to 04:00
Location: Pikes Ibiza, near Sant Antoni
Pikes hosts the closing event of David Morales's 2026 Wednesday residency, with the Grammy Award-winning DJ and producer joined by Camila Ramirez and Luca Averna.
Morales is one of the recognised figures in house music, known for his long career as a producer, remixer and DJ. His connection with Pikes dates back to the filming of the music video for Needin' U in 1998.
The event brings his residency to a close with a night dedicated to house music and disco influences inside Freddies.
The official venue listing confirms the 21:00 start and the three-artist line-up. Visitors should check the guest-list and access arrangements directly with Pikes.
The Most Beautiful Party at Es Paradís
Listed hours: 23:59 to 06:00
Location: Es Paradís, Sant Antoni, Ibiza
Third-party party calendars list The Most Beautiful Party at Es Paradís for Wednesday night, with tickets advertised from €25.
However, the venue's general recurring weekly schedule is not fully aligned with the date-specific listing. It is therefore important to confirm directly with the club before presenting the event as definite or purchasing tickets.
9. Tourism Experiences Listed for Wednesday
The following activities appear in daily commercial calendars. They are bookable tourism products rather than public events, and their listed times do not confirm that a departure is operating.
| Activity |
Published schedule |
| North Ibiza Jeep Safari |
09:30 |
| Retro Tour by Méhari or Kate |
09:30 |
| Electric Motocross Tour |
From 10:00 |
| Quad Tour |
From 10:00 |
| Big Buggy Tour |
From 10:00 |
| Blue Coral Jet Ski Tours |
From 10:00 |
| Chilli Pepper boat excursion |
10:00 |
| Captain Nemo daytime boat trip to Es Vedrà |
10:00 to 14:00 |
| Jet Ski in Sant Antoni |
10:30 |
| Can Marçà Cave Tour |
10:30 to 17:30 listed |
| BIBO Park Ibiza |
10:00 to 16:00 |
| Float Your Boat daytime cruise |
11:00 to 17:00 |
| Salvador Day Boat Trip |
From 13:00 |
| Sunset 4x4 and Es Vedrà experiences |
Afternoon departures listed |
| Captain Nemo sunset boat trip |
From 17:00 |
| Float Your Boat sunset cruise |
Afternoon departure listed |
These experiences require advance booking or confirmation. Operators should verify the actual departure time, availability, route and any weather-related changes before visitors make arrangements.
10. At-a-Glance Events Table
| EVENT / LOCATION |
TIME |
| Group Social Trail Run, Ibiza |
09:00, meeting point changes weekly |
| VIII Ibiza and Formentera Marine Forum, Sa Peixateria, Ibiza Town |
09:15 to 21:00 |
| Punta Arabí Hippy Market, Es Canar, Ibiza |
10:00 to 18:00 |
| Sant Francesc Market, Formentera |
10:00 to 14:00 |
| MACE, Dalt Vila, Ibiza Town |
10:00 to 16:30 |
| Museu Puget, Dalt Vila, Ibiza Town |
10:00 to 16:30 |
| Museu Etnogràfic d'Eivissa, Santa Eulària |
10:00 to 14:00 |
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Agradeciendo, Jesús Cultural Centre, Ibiza
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08:30 to 14:00 and 17:30 to 20:00 |
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Art a l'instant, Puig d'en Valls Cultural Centre, Ibiza
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08:30 to 14:00 and 16:00 to 20:00 |
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Mirades, Sant Joan parish house, Ibiza
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10:00 to 13:00 |
| Sant Francesc Market, Formentera |
10:00 to 14:00 |
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From Sunday to Sunday, Centre Antoni Tur “Gabrielet”, Formentera
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10:00 to 14:00 and 18:00 to 21:00 |
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D'aire i argila, Ajuntament Vell, Formentera
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11:00 to 14:00 and 18:00 to 20:00 |
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Together, Ibiza Daily Club, Ibiza
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11:00 to 13:30 and 18:00 to 20:30 |
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The Footprints of the Sun, Olas Gallery, Santa Eulària
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11:00 to 14:00 and 18:00 to 21:00 |
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Dones a la mar, Santa Eulària exhibition hall, Ibiza
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10:00 to 13:30 and 16:30 to 19:30 |
| Can Rich Winery Tour and Tasting, near Sant Antoni, Ibiza |
10:00 and 12:00 listed, advance booking |
| BIBO Park Ibiza |
10:00 to 16:00 listed |
| Can Marçà Cave Tour, Port de Sant Miquel, Ibiza |
10:30 to 17:30 listed |
| Float Your Boat daytime cruise |
11:00 to 17:00 listed |
| Formentera Gastronomic Weeks |
Restaurant-specific lunch and dinner hours |
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Pulsión Creadora y, Algoritmo Intuitivo?, Sa Punta des Molí, Ibiza
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17:00 to 20:00 |
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Within the Pattern, Studio 55 Gallery, Santa Eulària
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17:00 to 21:00 |
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The Temple of Excess, Studio 55 Gallery, Santa Eulària
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17:00 to 21:00 |
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Dones de la Sal translation presentation, Sant Jordi Library, Ibiza
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18:30 |
| Los del Varadero, Cala Escondida, Playa d'en Bossa, Ibiza |
18:30 to 20:30 |
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Almànguenes, Far de ses Coves Blanques, Sant Antoni
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18:00 to 21:00 |
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Confluencias, Mariana Eiras, Can Jordi Blues Station, Sant Josep
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19:00 exhibition opening |
| Miso Hungry buffet, Bambuddha, Santa Eulària, Ibiza |
From 19:00 |
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El piano (1966), Sa Nostra Sala, Ibiza Town
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20:00 |
| Musical Evening, Sa Caleta Restaurant, Ibiza |
20:30 listed |
| David Morales Closing, Pikes Ibiza |
21:00 to 04:00 |
| The Most Beautiful Party, Es Paradís, Sant Antoni |
23:59 to 06:00 listed; confirm with venue |
Make the Most of Wednesday in Ibiza and Formentera
Wednesday, October 21, combines environmental debate, gastronomy, art, local culture and nightlife. The Marine Forum provides the day's major public programme, while dTAPASxIBZ starts a five-day gastronomic route through Ibiza Town.
Punta Arabí offers one of the final opportunities to visit its Hippy Market before the end of the season. Literature and cinema provide further cultural options, and the opening of Mariana Eiras's Confluencias adds to Sant Josep's autumn art programme.
Formentera continues its market, exhibition and Gastronomic Weeks schedules. For evening entertainment, Los del Varadero at Cala Escondida and David Morales Closing at Pikes are among the clearest dated music listings.
After the recent storms, confirm opening arrangements, transport services and weather-dependent bookings directly with the relevant venues and operators.