The port of Palma celebrates the First Swim of the Year with a popular event and another competitive charity event
The activity, organised for the first time by the APB, will take place at the end of Can Pere Antoni beach, next to the Marina des Portitxol square
Palma
30/12/2025- Port-city
The Port Authority of the Balearic Islands (APB) is organising for the first time on the 1st of January, starting at 12.00 noon, the First Swim of the Year, an activity with which the port of Palma will ring in the New Year by the sea and open to the public. The event will be held at the end of Can Pere Antoni Beach, facing Marina des Portitxol square, and will combine sport, participation of the general public and charity.
People can participate in the First Swim of the Year in two ways. On the one hand, there will be a race over an approximate distance of 200 metres, open to all those who wish to participate. This activity is free of charge, although prior registration is required to ensure the organisation and safety of the activity.
On the other hand, there will be a competitive race, with a 400-metre course, intended for swimmers who want to kick off the year with a sporting challenge. There is registration fee of 5 euros for the competitive race, which will go entirely to the SOS Mamás association. Participants can register for both races through the Elitechip platform, where you can also find all the technical information about the event.
The charitable nature of the day will be enhanced with a serving of hot chocolate, which will take place after the end of the races, fostering a festive and convivial atmosphere among participants and companions.
After the First Swim of the Year, part of the Christmas festivities Nadal al port de Palma, the Christmas programme will continue on 3rd January at the Port Centre with a Christmas eco-workshop making candle holders from recycled material, as well as another screening of children's cinema, with the film The Wild Robot. The programme will conclude on 5 January with one of the most eagerly awaited moments for the little ones: the Three Wise Men's Parade, who will arrive at the port of Palma by boat to begin their tour of the city.
With these activities, the APB consolidates the port of Palma as a space for meeting, celebration and participation of the general public during the Christmas holidays.
