Magaluf, better known for its sun-soaked beaches and nightlife, is preparing for a different kind of gathering this autumn. The Festival of Expanded Literature in Magaluf (FLEM) returns for its sixth edition, promising its most international programme yet.
When Is FLEM?
FLEM 2025 runs from 1–4 October, taking over the INNSiDE by Meliá Calvià Beach hotel and spilling out into public spaces across Magaluf. Registration opens in September, with early-bird packages and “flash offers” available on the festival website.
History of FLEM
Launched in 2020 by Palma’s independent bookshop Rata Corner in collaboration with INNSiDE by Meliá, FLEM set out to “expand” literature’s reach — both geographically, by bringing major authors to the Balearics, and conceptually, by mixing literature with music, visual art, performance and even immersive experiences.
In just four years, it has grown from a boutique event into the Balearics’ largest literary festival, attracting more than 10,000 attendees in 2024. Its now-famous “Secret Rooms” — hotel suites transformed into interactive cultural spaces — have become one of its signature draws. Past iterations have included everything from pop-up tattoo parlours to literary escape rooms.
What to Expect at FLEM 2026
This year’s programme blends international stars with a strong local presence: – you can see them all here.
The four-day programme will include open-air readings, concerts, podcasts, poetry recitals, and of course the “Secret Rooms” installations.
Things to Do in Magaluf
Magaluf’s cultural profile has been quietly changing in recent years. A €5 million upgrade to its 650-metre seafront promenade — part-funded by the EU’s NextGenerationEU plan — has introduced native plants, low-impact dunes, and energy-efficient lighting, alongside more accessible public spaces.
Beyond FLEM, visitors can explore:
The promenade — perfect for sunset walks.
Nearby beaches — including family-friendly Palmanova and scenic Illetes.
Watersports and boat trips — offering views of Mallorca’s dramatic coastline.
Local dining — from seafood restaurants to contemporary tapas bars.
Cultural day trips — to Palma’s historic centre, art galleries, and markets.
As FLEM festival continues to grow, it’s not just books that draw people to Magaluf each autumn — it’s the sense that the Balearic resort is rewriting its own story.
