Santa Gertrudis continues its 2026 patron saint celebrations on Friday, November 13, with a programme highlighting traditional Ibizan culture, school participation, folk music and community activities. Local schoolchildren will help transform the village with artistic installations, posters and decorations before ArredeFolk performs at midday. The celebrations continue in the evening with a traditional card and board-games championship at Restaurante Santa Gertrudis.
Schoolchildren Bring Creativity and Tradition to Santa Gertrudis
Friday's programme places pupils from CEIP Santa Gertrudis at the heart of the village celebrations, with different school years contributing to the festive atmosphere through creative activities inspired by local traditions.
The youngest pupils will prepare an artistic installation, while children in the first and second years will create posters for the village. Older pupils in the third and fourth years will produce decorative banners and help decorate streetlights, while fifth- and sixth-year students will organise traditional games at the school.
The activities allow younger generations to participate directly in the patron saint celebrations while helping preserve the cultural identity and community spirit associated with Santa Gertrudis.
The pupils have also contributed illustrations for the festivities programme, with designs inspired by traditional Ibizan jewellery, including l'emprendada and other decorative elements associated with the island's traditional clothing.
ArredeFolk Performs at CEIP Santa Gertrudis
Live folk music will provide the midday entertainment, with ArredeFolk scheduled to perform at the school at 12:00.
The concert forms part of Friday's programme and provides an opportunity to enjoy traditional and folk-inspired music as the village festivities continue.
The performance adds a musical element to a day dedicated to local participation, traditional activities and the involvement of the village's younger residents.
Event Details
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Event: ArredeFolk Live Performance
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Date: Friday, November 13, 2026
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Time: 12:00
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Venue: CEIP Santa Gertrudis
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Location: Santa Gertrudis de Fruitera
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Music: Traditional and folk-inspired music
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Admission: Part of the village festivities programme
Traditional Games Championship at Restaurante Santa Gertrudis
The celebrations continue in the evening with the traditional board-games championship, beginning at 19:00 at Restaurante Santa Gertrudis.
Participants can compete in several traditional games, including tute, cau and parchís. The gathering will also include the presentation of prizes from the festivities' board-game competitions.
These activities form part of Santa Gertrudis' wider efforts to maintain traditional games and social customs as an important part of village life.
The evening offers an opportunity for residents and visitors to experience a different side of the island's celebrations, bringing generations together through familiar games and friendly competition.
Event Details
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Event: Traditional Board-Games Championship
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Date: Friday, November 13, 2026
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Time: 19:00
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Venue: Restaurante Santa Gertrudis
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Location: Santa Gertrudis de Fruitera
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Games: Tute, cau and parchís
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Additional programme: Awards presentation
Santa Gertrudis Celebrates Its Patron Saint Throughout November
The Friday activities form part of the wider 2026 Festes de Santa Gertrudis, which began on November 1 and continue until December 5.
The main patron saint celebration takes place on Monday, November 16, with religious, cultural and traditional activities.
The wider programme includes live music, traditional Ibizan dancing, sporting competitions, gastronomy, children's activities and community gatherings.
By involving schools, local organisations, businesses and residents, the festivities provide an opportunity to celebrate the traditions that continue to shape everyday life in Santa Gertrudis.
Friday's Programme at a Glance
Friday, November 13 offers two principal scheduled activities:
The programme highlights the importance of community participation and local traditions in Ibiza, offering visitors an opportunity to experience Santa Gertrudis beyond its restaurants and village centre.