Dijous Bo 2026 takes place on Thursday 19 November in Inca. Dates of the fairs, what to see, how to get there from Sóller and Palma, and tips.
Dijous Bo 2026 in Inca: Dates, Programme and How to Get There
Every November, Inca becomes the busiest town in Mallorca. Dijous Bo (“Good Thursday”) is the island’s biggest and most traditional fair, and in 2026 it takes place on Thursday 19 November. Here is everything you need to know: dates, the fairs leading up to it, how to get there from Sóller and Palma, and what not to miss.
1. What Is Dijous Bo?
Dijous Bo is the grand finale of Inca’s autumn fairs, a tradition with roots in the Middle Ages, when Inca was the main trading centre of inland Mallorca. Farmers and craftsmen from all over the island came to buy and sell livestock, tools and produce.
Today it is a huge celebration that fills the whole town centre with stalls, exhibitions, music and food. Recent editions have attracted well over 150,000 visitors in a single day, which makes it the “fair of all fairs” in the Balearic Islands.
2. Dijous Bo 2026: Key Dates
The celebrations start weeks before the big day. These are the official dates for 2026:
- Primera Fira – Fira de la Terra: 24–25 October. Agriculture, flowers and plants, local crafts and the Rondalles (Mallorcan folk tales) fair.
- Segona Fira – Fira de l’Esport i de l’Oci: 31 October – 1 November. Motor, sport and leisure. Inca Town Council suspended all municipal events from 29 to 31 October as a sign of mourning for the Toledo rail accident. The programme resumes on Sunday 1 November.
- Tercera Fira – Fira d’Època: 7–8 November, with the medieval market opening on Friday 6 November.
- Setmana Gran – Festes de Santa Maria la Major: 14–15 November.
- Dimecres Bo: Wednesday 18 November. The eve of the fair, with a big popular party in the evening.
- Dijous Bo: Thursday 19 November. The great agricultural, livestock and commercial fair.
The fairground rides at the Quarter General Luque are open from 23 October to 20 November, with quiet sessions without music on Friday and Saturday afternoons and Sunday mornings.
📄 Download the official programme of the Fires d’Inca 2026 (PDF). The detailed programme for Dijous Bo itself will be published separately on the official website.
3. Before the Big Day: Highlights of the Fires
If you can, don’t wait until Thursday: the weekends before Dijous Bo are packed with free activities. These are some highlights from the official programme:
Sunday 1 November – Fira de l’Esport i de l’Oci
- Fira del Motor on Gran Via de Colom, with motorbikes and cars on display (10:00–19:00).
- Fireta gastronòmica Vermut Bo at the Claustre de Sant Domingo: local products, tastings and workshops (10:00–16:00, free entry).
- Presentation of the XXVI Ral·li Dijous Bo, plus a record fair, cycling activities and sports exhibitions for families.
6–8 November – Fira d’Època (historical fair)
- A medieval market spread through the town centre, with historical re-enactment groups in Plaça d’Espanya and Carrer de Miquel Duran.
- Big parades with Suru, the elephant from the Thousand and One Nights, and the castle dragon.
- A free medieval equestrian show at the bullring (Saturday 16:30, Sunday 12:00 and 16:30).
- Falconry displays in Plaça de Santa Maria la Major (12:00 and 17:00) and a medieval circus for children.
- The Rata Market design and crafts market at the Claustre de Sant Domingo (11:00–20:00).
- Nit del Vi on Saturday 7 November at 19:00: a charity tasting of Mallorcan wines with live music (tickets in advance on ticketib.com).
- A fire and circus show on Saturday night and a farewell parade with the Dimonis Foc d’Inca on Sunday at 20:30.
Times are taken from the official programme and may change, so check it before you go.
4. What to See and Do at Dijous Bo
Based on previous editions, this is what you can expect on the day:
- The great market: hundreds of stalls with local products, crafts, clothing, tools and plenty of Mallorcan treats.
- Livestock and agricultural exhibitions: a reminder of the fair’s rural origins, with local breeds such as the Mallorcan black pig.
- Food everywhere: sobrassada, ensaïmadas, roasted chestnuts, seasonal mushrooms and traditional street food.
- Inca’s cellers: the town is famous for its old wine cellars turned into restaurants, perfect for a traditional Mallorcan lunch. Book ahead, they fill up fast on Dijous Bo.
- Leather and shoes: Inca has long been Mallorca’s leather and footwear capital, so it is a good day to browse local leather goods.
- Music and nightlife: concerts and parties on Dimecres Bo and on the day itself.
5. How to Get to Inca
Expect heavy traffic and full car parks, especially from mid-morning. The town council has announced a special traffic plan, extra police and new temporary parking areas near the busiest spots, in addition to Inca’s park-and-ride car parks.
From Palma
- By train (recommended): lines T1, T2 and T3 from Palma’s Estació Intermodal (Plaça d’Espanya) to Inca, around 35 minutes.
- By bus: lines 301, 302 and 304 from the Estació Intermodal, around 40 minutes.
- By car: Ma-13 motorway towards Alcúdia, exit 27, around 25 minutes without traffic.
From Sóller
- Train + train: take the historic Sóller train to Palma. Its station is right next to Plaça d’Espanya and the Estació Intermodal, where you can change to the train to Inca. Check the winter timetable of the Sóller train before you go.
- By car: through the Sóller tunnel (Ma-11) towards Palma and then the Ma-13 towards Inca. Allow extra time on the day of the fair.
6. Tips for Enjoying Dijous Bo
- Arrive early: the morning is the best time to see the stalls and exhibitions before the biggest crowds.
- Use public transport if you can, and check for special train services on the SFM website before you travel.
- Wear comfortable shoes: the fair covers most of the town centre.
- Bring some cash for small stalls.
- If you want to try a traditional celler, book your table days in advance.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dijous Bo
When is Dijous Bo 2026?
On Thursday 19 November 2026, with the Dimecres Bo party the evening before, on Wednesday 18 November.
Where is Dijous Bo held?
In Inca, in the centre of Mallorca, about 35 minutes from Palma by train.
Is Dijous Bo free?
Yes, the fair takes place in the streets and is open to everyone.
What is the best way to get there?
The train from Palma. Parking in Inca is very limited on the day of the fair.
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