If there's one place on this island that captures everything I love about Ibiza — the colour, the music, the sense of community, and that unmistakable feeling that anything is possible — it's Las Dalias. Tucked away on the road to San Carlos, just past kilometre 12, this legendary venue has been the heartbeat of Ibiza's bohemian soul since the 1950s. And right now, it's waking up for what promises to be an unforgettable 2026 season.
The Hippy Market Is Back — And It's Glorious
If you haven't visited Las Dalias' famous Mercadillo Hippy yet this year, you're missing out. The market reopened on February 7th and is running every Saturday from 10:00 to 17:00 and Sunday from 11:00 to 17:00, and it will continue right through until late November.
Walking through the garden paths of Las Dalias on a Saturday morning is one of those quintessentially Ibiza experiences that never gets old. More than 300 stalls wind through shaded gardens selling everything from handmade leather bags and flowing white dresses to intricate silver jewellery, dream catchers, and one-of-a-kind artwork. The air smells like incense and fresh juice, live musicians play under the trees, and you'll find yourself chatting with artisans who've been coming here for decades.
A word of advice from a local: avoid Saturdays between 11:30 and 14:00 if you can. That's peak hour, and the road to San Carlos turns into a parking nightmare. The venue can even reach full capacity and close the entrance temporarily. Come early, grab a fresh smoothie, and take your time. Or better yet, try the Sunday market — it's slightly quieter and just as beautiful.
Supernova Opening Party: March 29th
Here's where things get really exciting. The Supernova Opening Party lands on Saturday, March 29th, and it marks the unofficial start of Las Dalias' music season. If you know, you know — Supernova has become one of the most beloved daytime-to-night parties in the north of the island, and this year's lineup is exceptional.
The concept is beautifully simple: the party begins in the Las Dalias Garden from 16:00, surrounded by trees and that golden late-afternoon light that only Ibiza delivers. It's free entry until 23:00 — yes, free — so you can come for the sunset session without any commitment. Then, as the night deepens, the energy shifts indoors to Akasha, the intimate club space at Las Dalias where the real after-dark magic happens.
The opening lineup features some serious talent:
- Michael Mayer — The Kompakt Records legend brings his signature melodic techno. If you've never seen him play, prepare for one of those transcendent, story-telling DJ sets that stays with you for days.
- Silicone Soul — The Glasgow duo behind the timeless "Right On!" bring their deep, soulful house sound. Pure class.
- Valentin Huedo — One of Ibiza's most cherished resident DJs, Valentin blends organic grooves with house sensibility. He understands this island.
- Andy Bros & Vidal Rodríguez — Rounding out a lineup that perfectly balances international names with local heroes.
Tickets for the Akasha club session start at just €15 in presale (€20 at the door). For a lineup like this, in a venue like this? That's an absolute regalo.
Why Las Dalias Matters
There are bigger venues on the island. There are louder parties and more famous DJs. But Las Dalias has something that no superclub can replicate: alma — soul.
Founded in 1954, Las Dalias started as a simple roadside bar in the countryside of Sant Carles de Peralta, a village that would later become the epicentre of Ibiza's hippie movement. When the free spirits arrived in the 1960s and 70s — artists, musicians, draft dodgers, dreamers — many of them gravitated here. The famous hippie market began in the 1980s, and it hasn't stopped since.
Today, Las Dalias is a living contradiction in the best possible way: it's internationally famous yet still feels like a secret. You can browse handmade crafts next to a farmer from San Carlos in the morning, then dance to world-class DJs in a 200-person club at night. The venue has expanded over the decades — adding the Akasha club, a café, an art gallery — but it has never lost its essence.
What Else Is Coming Up
After the Supernova opening on March 29th, expect the party to return almost every weekend through the summer, with lineups announced regularly on their social channels. The café hosts Viernes de Karaoke (Karaoke Fridays) — and yes, it's exactly as chaotic and wonderful as it sounds.
And keep your eyes on the bigger picture: Las Dalias is even taking its market on the road this year with "Dalias On The Road", heading to Mallorca in May. But trust me, nothing compares to experiencing it in its natural habitat, surrounded by the pine trees and red earth of northern Ibiza.
Getting There
Las Dalias is located on the Carretera de San Carlos, km 12, in Santa Eulalia del Río. If you're driving from Ibiza Town, it's about a 20-minute drive heading northeast. From San Antonio, count on 25–30 minutes. There's parking on-site, but it fills up fast on market days, so arriving early is key. Some local bus routes serve the area — check the ibizabus.com timetables.
Whether you come for the market, the music, or simply a coffee in the garden, Las Dalias is one of those places that reminds you why you fell in love with Ibiza in the first place. See you in the garden on the 29th — I'll be the one dancing by the trees. 💃
Check ibiza-calendar.com for the full events calendar and ticket links.