Port Adriano Music Festival: Classics, Disco Icons and Powerful Voices under Mallorca's Stars

Los Secretos open the season — and the harbour listens

When on a warm summer evening the spotlights go on in the Port Adriano harbour and the first chords of 'Déjame' drift through the harbour air, locals and holidaymakers know: the festival season has begun. Tonight the Spanish rock veterans Los Secretos take the stage and open the 13th edition of the Port Adriano Music Festival — the concert starts at 10:00 PM. A pity for those who don't have a ticket yet: the concert is already sold out. But no panic — next week brings more highlights.

Retro feeling meets powerhouse voice: Boney M. and Bonnie Tyler

It continues on August 9 with Boney M., the unmistakable disco icons who get the dance moves going with their hits. And on the following evening Bonnie Tyler takes the stage — a voice that still gives you goosebumps and fills ballads with great drama. Two evenings that couldn't be more different: glitter and sequined vests meet smoky rock power — and both against the backdrop of brightly lit yachts.

Why Port Adriano is more than just a concert venue

The appeal of the festival is not only in the names on the poster, but in the combination of music and place. Port Adriano is a harbour that in the evenings becomes a promenade: the soft clatter of fenders and canvas, the distant horn of a boat, the clinking of glasses on the terraces — plus the mild sea breeze that brings some relief even on the hottest nights. The stage right by the water creates its own atmosphere; the lights reflect on the sea, and the sound blends with the rustle of the waves, reminiscent of Pirate Spectacle on Two Coasts: Pollenca and Sant Elm Invite You to a Summer Duel.

Who should attend

Whether disco fans, rock lovers or simply someone who likes to dance under the stars: for many the festival is a fixed date in Mallorca's summer calendar. It attracts locals and visitors alike; the atmosphere is international yet relaxed — you meet neighbours, restaurant owners and foreign holidaymakers alike. For families with older children the early acts are an option; night owls will enjoy the later programme.

Practical tips for the festival evening

If you still want to get tickets for Boney M. or Bonnie Tyler, you should hurry — demand is high and capacity is limited. A few pointers to make the evening run smoothly:

Arrive early: Arriving in good time secures good spots and a relaxed settling-in. To catch the sunset, an earlier start is worthwhile.

Layer up: Despite the heat it cools down by the sea. A thin jacket protects against the nightly breeze.

Plan your arrival: Parking is scarce; car pools, taxis or shuttle services are often the better choice. Those who arrive by boat can already enjoy the atmosphere on the water.

On-site dining: The beach restaurants and bars around the harbour offer local tapas and fresh fish — ideal before or after the concert. Tip: making a reservation doesn't hurt.

What the festival means for Mallorca

Events like this do the island good: they enliven perceptions outside the peak season and bring cultural diversity right to the sea, as seen in Impressionistic Season Opening at the Auditorium: Color, Sound and Late Romanticism. Traders, hoteliers and restaurateurs benefit, and the music scene gets a stage where international and local guests come together, much like in Sineu Comes Alive: Mare de Déu d’Agost Connects Tradition and Nightlife. For Mallorca, the Port Adriano Music Festival is therefore more than just entertainment — it's a small economic driver and a meeting point.

Outlook

Even though the opening is sold out, the summer remains long and musical. If you didn't make it to Los Secretos, there are chances for goosebump moments and disco nights on the coming evenings. So: don't forget your dancing shoes, pack a light jacket and enjoy the anticipation of an evening with sea, music and Mallorca's mild summer air.