A new funding call will promote sporting competitions linked to tourism and social cohesion
What does it consist of?
Mountain races, triathlons, cycling and school competitions: The Balearic Islands announces financial aid to support small-scale sporting events held outside the high season. Priority will be given to events with an impact on tourism, international participation and island roots.
Data
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Grant scheme for sporting events in the low season
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Mallorca, Minorca, Ibiza, Formentera
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Conselleria de Turisme, Cultura i Esports
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Direcció General d'Esports
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ITS2425-039
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1.200.000 €
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1.200.000 €
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800.000 €
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2024-2025
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In execution
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Destination Improvement
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Executed: 66.67%
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23.07.2026
The project
The Balearic Government will launch a public funding call to promote sporting events on the islands during the low season, between 16 September and 31 October. The initiative seeks to diversify tourism opportunities, reduce seasonality in tourism and strengthen the link between tourism and sports on the islands.
The funding call, comprising €1.2 million to be handed out between 2025 and 2027, is aimed at organisations with a tax base in the European Union that organise events with a budget of less than €60,000. Support may cover up to 50% of the total cost of the event. Organisations linked to bookmakers or gambling houses are excluded.
The events set to receive support include well-established events such as the Galatzó Trail, the Challenge Peguera Mallorca, the Porto Colom triathlon, the Mallorca Football Cup and the Trofeo Princesa Sofía sailing competition. The indirect economic impact—accommodation, catering and transport—is one of the indicators taken into account.
The aim is twofold: to reinforce the positioning of the Balearic Islands as a sporting destination, and to encourage local clubs, athletes and federations to participate in or promote competitions with an impact. It is estimated that between 60 and 80 yearly events meet these conditions, and their survival depends largely on this public aid.
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