Magaluf bars mute TVs after midnight as Calvia clamps down on World Cup viewing rules

England and Scotland fans heading to Magaluf for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have been warned that bars in the Majorcan resort will be required to mute terrace televisions after midnight and face strict limits on extended opening hours under a decree signed by the mayor of Calvia.

The municipal order, issued ahead of the tournament running from 11 June to 19 July, rules out the unrestricted late-night opening that many supporters had expected. Bars may stay open beyond their normal closing time only if a match kicks off during their regular hours — and even then, only until 15 minutes after the final whistle, including extra time and penalty shootouts. If a match begins at or after a venue’s scheduled closing time, the bar must shut on time regardless.

The extended-hours exemption applies exclusively to matches involving Spain, Germany, England and Scotland in the group stage, as well as the semi-finals, the final and the third-place playoff. Fans travelling to watch other nations’ games will not benefit from the relaxed schedule.

On the question of noise, Calvia Town Hall was unambiguous: all audio broadcasting on terraces and in outdoor areas must be completely switched off after midnight. Screens may continue to show the visual feed, but with the volume set to zero. The council also stipulated that screens and televisions must be oriented toward the interior of establishments at all times, to prevent crowds gathering in public spaces and obstructing pedestrian movement or road traffic.

Calvia Town Hall said the decree “sets out a series of rules aimed at balancing leisure activities with safety, community coexistence, and the rest of residents and tourists,” adding that similar guidelines were applied during Euro 2024 “with complete normality.”

The council warned that failure to comply with the provisions of the decree would carry consequences under applicable municipal regulations, though the specific penalties were not detailed in the announcement.

Magaluf is one of the most popular destinations for British football fans during major tournaments, and thousands of England and Scotland supporters are expected to descend on the resort across the five-week competition.