Spanish holiday guide
Day of the Balearic Islands
The Day of the Balearic Islands on 1 March commemorates the 1983 Statute of Autonomy; in some years the public holiday is observed on the following Monday.
What it means
It is the civic holiday of the Illes Balears, celebrating autonomous self-government across the archipelago.
Origin and history
Ley Orgánica 2/1983 established the Statute; 1 March is observed as Día de les Illes Balears.
How it is observed in Spain
Government and island cultural programmes; public holiday per the official annual calendar.
Interesting facts
- Tied to the 1983 Statute of Autonomy.
- Shared by Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza, and Formentera.
- In 2026, calendars may list the Monday after 1 March.
Public calendar
Check the 2026 dates
Holiday status depends on place. See the official calendar pages for the locations covered by this guide.