This weekend promises an intense and diverse agenda packed with cultural, leisure, and social activities across Ibiza. The highlight will be on Saturday, with key events such as the postponed Vila Carnival, the Fira des Gerret in Santa Eulària, and the central acts of International Women’s Day (8M). With so much happening, it’s essential to plan ahead to make the most of these events.
A Weekend Marked by Women’s Day Celebrations
Over the next few days, various institutions, feminist associations, and organizations have prepared an extensive program to celebrate International Women’s Day. Activities range from exhibitions and lectures to concerts, theater performances, and protest events, culminating in significant gatherings on Saturday.
Live Music Across the Island
Music lovers will have plenty to enjoy, with concerts such as:
- ‘Dies Musicals’ concert series featuring three performances.
- Blues singer Lara Vizuete, who will continue her mini-tour in Ibiza.
- Spa Duet, performing on Saturday in a benefit concert for Apneef.
- The Youth Orchestra playing at the Recinto Ferial on Saturday.
- Esta Me La Sé, presenting new songs at Teatro Pereyra.
For families, the children’s musical ‘The Legacy of the Lion’ will take place on both Saturday and Sunday at the Recinto Ferial.
Cinema Highlights
Film enthusiasts can catch ongoing cinema cycles like ‘Anem al cine’ and ‘Zinetic’, but the spotlight is on the Ibizacinefest, the island’s independent film festival, which concludes on Sunday.
Thursday, March 6
8M Events
- Eivissa:
- Theater: Presentation of the 2025 Coeducational Calendar by STEI, followed by the play El nou calendari by Neus Planells and a discussion. (8 p.m., Teatro Ibiza)
- Sant Josep:
- Storytelling: Contes a l’inrevés by Mundo Mandarina (5:30 p.m., Cala de Bou Library)
Music
- Music Industry Sessions: Discussion on artistic direction and performance in musical events, led by Tanika (Mónica Gallardo and Tatiana Eguizábal), co-founders of Ritual Ibiza. (6 p.m., The Standard)
- Concerts:
- The Moonshine Band (Irish Folk) – 7 p.m., Can Jordi Blues Station.
- Sandy Valey (Soul & Rock) – 8 p.m., Cas Costas.
- Soul Classics with Paul Powell’s Hot Ice Collective – 10 p.m., Teatro Pereyra Ibiza.
Cinema
- Dahomey by Mati Diop (Senegal, 2024) – 8:30 p.m., Multicines Eivissa.
- Ibizacinefest Screenings at Can Jeroni:
- Contact Lens (Ruiqi Lu) – 7 p.m.
- Transsesion – 8:30 p.m., featuring Casa diversa and Trans-Universal with the directors present.
Friday, March 7
8M Events
- Vila:
- Dones a l’esport talk with Ana López and Mar Sánchez. (11 a.m., Can Ventosa)
- Calladitas estáis más guapas show. (8 p.m., Can Ventosa)
- Sant Antoni:
- Reading of the 8M manifesto (12 p.m., in front of the City Hall)
- Who is Who? game on women role models (5 p.m., Espai Jove)
- Sant Josep:
- Reading of the 8M manifesto (12 p.m., City Hall)
- Alheteia, a show combining theater, flamenco, music, humor, and circus, focusing on women’s experiences (6 p.m., Caló de s’Oli)
- Ibizacinefest: Fem Cine, screening of short films promoting gender equality, including Lo natural.
Saturday, March 8
Main Events
- International Women’s Day Demonstrations in Vila and Sant Antoni.
- Vila Carnival, postponed from the previous weekend, filling the streets with color and music.
- Fira des Gerret in Santa Eulària, celebrating local seafood and gastronomy.
- Concerts:
- Spa Duet charity concert for Apneef.
- Youth Orchestra performance at Recinto Ferial.
- Multiple live performances across venues in Ibiza.
Cinema
- Ibizacinefest: Special screenings, discussions, and closing events leading up to the festival’s conclusion.
Sunday, March 9
Family & Cultural Activities
- Children’s Musical: ‘The Legacy of the Lion’ (Final show, Recinto Ferial).
- Ibizacinefest Closing Ceremony with a final selection of independent films and awards.
- Outdoor and wellness activities, including yoga sessions and local markets.
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