The days of the patron saints of the island's villages are festivals not to be missed by residents or tourists. The highlights are Saint James's Day, (in Sant Francesc) and the festival of Our Lady of Carmen, patron of the sea, with celebrations in La Savina and Es Pujols.

In the tourist season, a craft market is held every Sunday afternoon in La Mola; the authenticity of all the products put on sale is guaranteed.

Most important dates:

• Saint John's Day: 24 June
• Saint James's Day: 25 July
• Saint Mary's Day: 5 August
• Day of the Virgin of Carmen: 16 July
• Saint Ferdinand: 30 May
• Day of the Virgin of Pilar: 12 October
• Saint Francis Xavier: 3 December