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Fiestas in Menorca

Menorcans have a fine tradition of fiestas (festes) that run throughout the summer, opening in Ciutadella and ending the season in Mahon. Visitors are welcomed at all events and there is truly no better way to both enjoy and understand the island.

The most famous event of all is Ciutadella's fiesta in honour of Sant Joan (St John) on 23rd and 24th June. Horses are part of the rich tradition and form the focal point of this very lively event - expect to see jousting, racing and spectators attempting to touch the horses heart for luck as they rear up!

For those over 18 be sure to try the traditional tipple of Menorcan fiestas - pomada. This pleasant cocktail is made from the local gin Xoriguer and lemonade, with plenty of ice.

Calendar of main events

23rd - 24th June	Ciutadella	Festes de Sant Joan
3rd weekend, July	Es Mercadal	St Martin's Day
24th - 25th July	Es Castell	St James's Day
4th weekend, July	Fornells	St Anthony's Day
5th weekend in July (or first in August)	Es Migjorn	St Christophers's Day
1st weekend after 10th August	Alaior	St Lawrence's Day
3rd weekend, August	Sant Climent	St Clement's Day
23rd - 25th August	Ferreries	St Bartholomew's Day
Last weekend, August	Sant Lluis	St Louis's Day
7th - 8th September	Mahon	Our Lady of Grace festivites