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The most anticipated events of 2026 in Barcelona
Barcelona, the vibrant capital of partying and culture, is preparing for a year full of exciting events in 2026. From fairs and festivities in Catalonia to shows and unique events in Barcelona in December, the region and the city promise an agenda full of activities for every taste. If you want to keep up with the best Barcelona has to offer and make sure you do not miss any of the year's standout events, our selection of the most anticipated happenings of the year will guide you through a calendar full of fun and culture. Get ready to experience the intensity of Barcelona in 2026 and enjoy everything this incredible city has to offer!
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- The best Barcelona concerts in 2026 and 2027 that you cannot miss
- «Balloon Story Barcelona» Exhibition
feverup.com «Balloon Story Barcelona» is not limited to filling a space with balloons: it rethinks it completely. From 21 May, the city hosts this installation which turns a lightweight material into architecture, landscape and play all at once.
- Mas i Mas Festival
The Mas i Mas Festival of Barcelona, now transformed into an extended six-month artistic season, promises to be a musical explosion in the Catalan heartland. The musical event offers a sound palette ranging from jazz to hip-hop, through blues and soul.
- Festes Majors in the neighbourhoods of Barcelona
These are the brightest days and weeks of the year in the city. Days where tradition and modernity, fun and love, fire and smiles all come together. Every neighbourhood in Barcelona will be immersed in festivities. Follow the posters and join in or admire sports competitions, fireworks, correfocs, diablos, castells, and traditional fairs.
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- Creative audiovisual festival «AI Awards»
Creativity generated with artificial intelligence now has its major showcase in Spain. IEBS Business School is behind the AI Awards, the country’s first audiovisual festival dedicated exclusively to recognising works created with generative AI tools. The competition officially opens its call with the aim of discovering the new talents who are transforming the way stories are told through image, sound and technology.
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- DroneArt Show: Harry Potter™ at Parc del Fòrum
feverup.com In October 2026, Parc del Fòrum becomes a narrative sky with “DroneArt Show: Harry Potter™”, a night-time experience that turns cinematic memory into forms of light. More than 1,200 synchronised drones draw scenes, creatures and symbols from the magical universe in an aerial choreography that unfolds to the rhythm of its soundtrack.
- Exhibition «Guillermo Lorca. La casa de arena»
- What’s being celebrated today in Barcelona?
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- Barcelona Districte Cultural Festival
Barcelona Districte Cultural (BDC) is renewing itself this autumn, presenting an expanded cultural offering that now includes, in addition to the already traditional performing arts and concerts, free visual arts, cinema and talks at various civic centres across the city. BDC thus consolidates four cultural strands: Argumenta, Escena, Pantalla and Temporals, enriching its programme with activities ranging from cinema to thought.
- The Weeknd: After Hours til Dawn Tour concert
ticketmaster.es The Weeknd: After Hours til Dawn Tour arrives with the force of a global phenomenon ready to redefine contemporary live pop once again. Abel Makonnen Tesfaye, known around the world as The Weeknd, has turned his universe of lights, shadows and desire into one of the most striking experiences in today’s music scene.
- Aitana concert
In 2026, Aitana begins a new stage with the Cuarto Azul World Tour, her first world tour, a project that marks a before and after in the Catalan artist’s career. After bringing together 40,000 people at Estadi Olímpic de Barcelona, the singer from Sant Climent de Llobregat will return to the city on 4 September, on a date greatly anticipated by her audience, although the venue has not yet been made public.
- Festival “Extreme Barcelona”
The Extreme Barcelona Festival turns Parc del Fòrum into a hub of extreme sport and free entertainment. With competitions, exhibitions and activities for all ages, it is an unmissable event for lovers of adrenaline and urban culture.
- Exhibition «ICONS», Steve McCurry
ICONS offers a journey through images that many people have seen at some time, although they may not remember exactly where. Palau Martorell brings together around 150 large-format photographs to enter the visual universe of Steve McCurry and revisit more than forty years of a career that has influenced the contemporary way of looking at the world.
- National Day of Catalonia
The National Day of Catalonia is a cultural event that each year invites hundreds of people to celebrate the reaffirmation of identity in the region.
Catalonia’s national festival as a cultural event that each year invites hundreds of people to celebrate the reaffirmation of identity in the region.
- La Setmana del Llibre en Català
This September, Barcelona will host the 45th edition of La Setmana del Llibre en Català. This year, the event moves to Passeig Lluís Companys. In addition, this edition will coincide with the La Mercè festivities, promising an added festive atmosphere.
- Catalunya Triomfant Festival
The Catalunya Triomfant festival will return to Barcelona on 11 September 2026 to celebrate its second edition, dedicated entirely to metal in Catalan. The event will take place at Paral·lel 62 and will bring together six acts linked to different branches of extreme metal.
- «Music Bank World Tour» concert
Music Bank World Tour will arrive in Barcelona for the first time on 12 September 2026 with one of the major international K-Pop events. Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys will bring together ATEEZ, ENHYPEN, NMIXX, xikers, NCT WISH, CORTIS and ALPHA DRIVE ONE in one day, with Park Bo-gum as one of the event's leading figures.
- FSTVL B
FSTVL B once again takes the pulse of the most restless side of today’s music. From 17 to 19 September 2026, Parc del Fòrum will bring together some of the acts shaping the independent and urban scene, with a line-up mixing established names, emerging artists and sounds that are hard to categorise.
- 24H Barcelona Motor Racing – Fermín Vélez Trophy 2026
For an entire day, the clock becomes another rival. On 19 and 20 September, the Circuit hosts the 27th edition of the 24 Hours of Barcelona Motor Racing – Fermí Vélez Trophy, one of Europe’s major endurance-racing events.
- Mercat de Música Viva de Vic
For a few days in September, Vic becomes a place where music is not only heard: it is also presented, discovered and finds new paths. From 16 to 20 September, Mercat de Música Viva de Vic (MMVV) celebrates its 38th edition, bringing together artists, industry professionals and the public.
- La Mercè 2026
Barcelona lights up with culture and tradition. One of the city's most important festivals awaits us in September!
- La Mercè’26 Concert
During La Mercè 2026, Carmina Burana leaves the Gran Teatre del Liceu to meet the public in Nou Barris. Carl Orff’s celebrated work is presented in an intimate format that concentrates its power in the voices, two pianos and percussion.
- Festa del Fitness
- Fira Mercat Modernista de Canet de Mar
From 25 to 27 September, Canet de Mar returns for a few days to the late 19th and early 20th centuries with the 18th Fira Mercat Modernista, a celebration that uses the town's streets and heritage as its setting.
- Evanescence concert
On 1 October 2026, Evanescence will arrive at Badalona Olympic Stadium to present their new European tour, a return many fans had been waiting for years. It will be their only date in Catalonia and one of the most ambitious concerts the American band has undertaken in Spain.
- International Show Jumping Competition - CSIO Barcelona
Every year, CSIO Barcelona turns the arena at the Real Club de Polo de Barcelona into the setting for one of the major international show-jumping events. Top-level riders and horses tackle courses where every second counts and a small mistake can completely change the result.
- Festival de la Velocidad
The roar of engines returns to Montmeló with the Festival de la Velocidad de Barcelona, an essential event for lovers of motorsport, power and extreme precision. During a vibrant weekend, the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya will become the epicentre of excitement, with more than 200 cars and 300 drivers ready to push speed to the limit.
- «Ballet of Lights: Cinderella» show
feverup.com Cinderella has never shone so brightly. The classic tale comes to new life in «Ballet of Lights: Cinderella», a stage experience that fuses the elegance of ballet with the magic of light. After the international success of «Peter Pan», the company returns with a proposal that dazzles with its originality and beauty.
- Sitges – Festival Internacional de Cine Fantástico de Catalunya
Founded in 1968 as the Semana Internacional de Cine Fantástico y de Terror, the Sitges – Festival Internacional de Cine Fantástico de Catalunya has spent more than half a century turning this coastal town into a meeting point for fans of horror, science fiction and fantasy.
- FC Barcelona matches
If you’re passionate about football and want to be part of this unique experience, we invite you to immerse yourself in the excitement of every match! The passion for football connects us, and together, we’ll create memories that last long after the final whistle blows on the pitch.
- Deep Purple concert
Deep Purple returns to Barcelona to deliver one of those nights that remains etched in the collective memory of rock.
- Barcelona Design Week 2026
Barcelona beats once again to the rhythm of design with Barcelona Design Week 2026, celebrating its 21st edition and reaffirming the city as one of the world’s creative capitals. Organised by the Barcelona Creativity & Design Foundation and supported by the Ajuntament de Barcelona and the Disseny Hub (DHub), BDW turns every corner of the city into a space for experimentation, reflection and functional beauty.
- Morat concert
Morat takes to the stage again with a tour that looks forward with ambition rather than back with nostalgia. YA ES MAÑANA TOUR marks a new impetus in the Colombian group’s career, which has managed to make its way onto the international scene by championing guitar-led pop and sing-along melodies in times dominated by other sounds.
- Challenge Barcelona Triathlon
Awaken your adventurous spirit and take part in one of Europe’s leading triathlon competitions.
- 48h Open House Barcelona
One of the city’s biggest architecture festivals. Its main aim is to bring the city’s buildings closer to its citizens. In October, several hundred socially and culturally significant buildings open their doors. This event offers the chance to understand and experience architecture in a unique way, through an architectural experience.
- 27th Vueling Cursa Bombers Barcelona
Vueling Cursa Bombers Barcelona marks a quarter of a century, consolidating itself as an essential event for running enthusiasts in the city. It is a symphony of steps and pulses filling the streets to the rhythm of fellowship and camaraderie, always accompanied by the brave members of the Barcelona Fire Brigade.
- La Oreja de Van Gogh concert
La Oreja de Van Gogh is writing a decisive chapter in its history once again with a tour that has stirred mixed emotions, but also a massive response from the public. The reunion with Amaia Montero at the head of the group has been the driving force behind the Tantas Cosas que Contar Tour, a celebration of three decades of songs that has turned every date into an event.
- IN-EDIT Festival 2026
- «ArtsLibris» fair
It is a valuable platform for meeting and reflection, a space devoted to experimentation and dialogue around the book.
- Pitbull concert
On 4 November 2026, Pitbull lands in Barcelona with his European I’m Back tour. The concert will take place at Palau Sant Jordi, one of the city’s major music venues, and will be one of only two stops in Spain, alongside Madrid.
- Barcelona «42» fantasy genres festival
In November, Barcelona becomes the epicentre of fantasy, science fiction and the supernatural with the eagerly awaited return of Festival 42. This annual event brings together enthusiasts and experts to celebrate and discuss fantastic genres in an environment full of creativity and innovation.
- Christmas season in Barcelona
Christmas is a magical time celebrated with a great diversity of traditions all over the world, and Barcelona is no exception. During this season, the Catalan city is transformed, offering a range of events that make this time an unforgettable experience. From its traditional Christmas markets to family gatherings, Barcelona experiences Christmas in a unique way, combining the old with the modern.
- Women's Race
Participation in sporting events is not only a matter of speed and endurance, but also of health and bringing people together. It is time to show that women are strong and united!
- Encendido de las luces de Navidad
Festive lights will return to the city in November to bring a little Christmas wonder to everyone. The city’s main streets will shine with lights and remind you that happiness exists!
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- Manga Barcelona Festival
A festival for those who have never read manga. And for those who know everything about Japanese culture!
- Amaral concert
Amaral will put the finishing touch to one of the most celebrated tours of their career with two exclusive concerts in major venues. The Barcelona date will be on Friday, 18 December 2026 at Palau Sant Jordi, one day before the final closing show in Madrid. Two unrepeatable dates that will mark the end of the Dolce Vita Tour.
- Amaia concert
Amaia will close one of the most decisive phases of her career on 20 December 2026 with a concert at Palau Sant Jordi. It will not be just another date: it will be the official farewell to Si abro los ojos no es real, the record with which she consolidated a language of her own and left behind any inherited label.
- The Day of the Holy Innocents
28 December is the Day of the Holy Innocents. The celebration includes the tradition of carrying out practical jokes, deceptions and light-hearted pranks, with people pretending to be others or sharing false news or events for amusement.
- Cursa dels Nassos
Cursa dels Nassos has established itself as a Barcelona landmark every 31 December, marking the last race of the year.
- Explore the top events of 2026 in Barcelona
Barcelona is synonymous with culture, innovation, and celebration, and is preparing to welcome 2026 with a calendar full of events that promise to enrich the experience of all its visitors and residents. From theatre performances to traditional fairs, discover what Barcelona has in store for the coming year.
The line-up of shows in Barcelona in 2026 is as diverse as it is exciting. From flamenco nights in the heart of the Barrio Gótico to major productions at the Teatro Nacional de Cataluña, the city pulses to the rhythm of music and art. A highlight of the year will be the electronic music festival that will transform Bogatell beach into an open-air stage, attracting artists and audiences from all over the world.
When it comes to fairs and festivals in Catalonia, every weekend seems to offer something new. In 2026, the Sant Jordi celebrations stand out, when books and roses fill the streets of Barcelona, creating a unique literary atmosphere. In addition, the wine fairs in Penedès will offer tastings and workshops showcasing the best of Catalan winemaking.
As for what to do in Barcelona in December 2025, the city transforms into a scene of lights and colour. The Mercado de Navidad de la Fira de Santa Llúcia, at the foot of the cathedral, is the perfect place to find unique crafts and gifts. Also, don’t miss the ice rink in Plaza Cataluña, promising fun for all ages.
Events in Barcelona in January 2026 kick off with the Gran Desfile de Reyes, a spectacular parade that fills the streets with wonder and magic. After the parade, the concert series at the Palau de la Música offers a selection of classical music to start the new year on a high note.
Barcelona, with its unique blend of tradition and modernity, is always ready to offer memorable experiences. 2026 will be no exception, with a calendar inviting locals and tourists to enjoy everything from music festivals to cultural fairs and Christmas events. Get ready for a year full of excitement and discoveries in one of Europe’s most dynamic cities. Barcelona is waiting to show you the best of its vibrant and welcoming spirit!
- Three Kings Parade
The Three Kings Parade is a Christmas tradition celebrated in many cities in Spain and other countries. Barcelona’s is one of the largest and most spectacular in Spain.
- Llum BCN
Barcelona will once again traditionally host its annual light-art festival in the Poblenou neighbourhood. Visitors will enjoy works by international creators and local artists. Many lights, immersive light installations and shows will blur the boundaries between art, science and technology.
- Barcelona Wine Week
Step into the heart of Spain's wine heritage at Barcelona Wine Week (BWW), an unparalleled wine-industry gathering held at the iconic Recinto Montjuïc de Fira de Barcelona from 8 to 10 February. This fair, celebrating its fourth edition, is establishing itself as the essential meeting point for wine enthusiasts and professionals.
- Valentine’s Day in Barcelona
Valentine’s Day, celebrated every 14 February, is a special date in Barcelona, as in many other parts of the world, dedicated to love and affectionate relationships. Although this festivity has its roots in Christian tradition and in the legend of Saint Valentine, a Roman priest who defied Emperor Claudius II’s orders to marry young couples, today it has become a universal celebration that transcends religion.
- Sant Medir Festival
An annual event, known for its unique blend of sweets, processions and pilgrimage, carries a rich history dating back to the 19th century.
- Dansa Metropolitana Festival
The major event eagerly awaited by lovers of art and dance, the Dansa Metropolitana Festival, spreads throughout Barcelona with urban dance at its centre.
- Zurich Marató Barcelona
This marathon was first held in Catalonia in 1978 thanks to Ramón Oliu, who had taken part in a similar sporting event in New York. Two years later, the marathon moved to Barcelona and became an annual event, with breaks only in 2005 and 2020. Marathon participants run the classic 42.195 km through the most picturesque streets of the Catalan capital.
- Sant Jordi Festival
One of Barcelona’s most romantic days of the year. On 23 April, Barcelonans will give each other roses and books, and Sant Jordi will defeat the dragon.
- OFFF Barcelona
OFFF is the leading festival for design and digital art. The first OFFF took place in Barcelona in 2000. Since then, the festival has grown, gained cult status, and started travelling around the world. OFFF’s speakers include top international design agencies, art directors, and renowned designers.
- Comic Barcelona
One of the largest comic exhibitions will take place in Barcelona in May. The exhibitions will introduce visitors to the history of the genre, as well as its different styles. In the Cosplay Zone, get close to your favourite characters, and in the Comic Fantasy section, immerse yourself in the world of your favourite games of all kinds. There will also be themed debates, meet-ups, and of course, a comic market.
- Primavera Sound 2027 festival
One of the world’s most extraordinary music festivals is back with an impressive programme.
- Sónar 2027
Sónar 2027 arrives with a clear idea: it does not merely add names, it redraws the map. The festival’s 34th edition presents itself as a complete reconstruction of its own experience, from the architecture of the stages to the way audiences move, rest, discover and dance. The result is a bigger, more plural edition and, above all, one more conscious of what a festival that has spent decades operating as a seismograph of electronic culture means today.
- Sant Joan Night
The night of 23 June is a magical night throughout Catalonia. It is when friends and families gather for dinner, bonfires are lit, music is played and fireworks are set off.
- Canet Rock Festival
The 12th edition of Canet Rock will be held with 25,000 people at Pla d’en Sala, enjoying artists such as Els Amics de les Arts and The Tyets, as well as a unique “La Banda CanetRock” show with more than 30 artists.
- Barcelona Rock Fest
This is a festival for those who like something a bit stronger. It’s back to bring you performances from the world’s top artists. The main events this year are shows by Deep Purple, Parkway Drive, Europe, Blind Guardian, Stratovarius, and other big names.
- Festival Cruïlla
Summer is synonymous with heat, fun, the beach and music. To enjoy all this in one place, the ideal thing is to visit Festival Cruïlla, where you are one with nature and friendly people.
- Circuit Festival
In 2008, Matinée Group unveiled a concept that would revolutionise the global party scene, bringing Circuit Festival to life. This innovation marked a before and after, bringing together for the first time the best parties, promoters and international artists in Barcelona, transforming it into the international gay capital during the summer.
- Grec Festival de Barcelona
Open-air acrobatic shows, colourful installations, concerts, dance and theatre performances… All this is part of the traditional Grec festival. The aim of this vibrant festival remains the same: to stage the most outstanding works by Catalan artists and companies and to present other interesting shows from Spain and around the world.
- Festes de Santa Eulàlia
In Barcelona, February is the month in which the day of Santa Eulàlia is celebrated, a martyr saint and one of the city's most important patron saints, also known as Laia. Santa Eulàlia awakens the heart of Barcelona's Gothic Quarter, filling its streets with giants, dragons and demons. The celebration comes with a vibrant and lively programme of events in which the “traditional” and the “modern” are mixed.
- Barcelona Crime Fiction Festival «BCNegra»
For one week, Barcelona turns off its full beams and walks streets narrated in a low voice. From 2 to 8 February, BCNegra takes over the city again to celebrate its 21st edition with a proposal that looks directly at the Malavida: that uncertain territory where crime fiction ceases to be a genre and becomes a way of being in the world.
- Barcelona Indoor Trial & Womens Trophy 2026
The 2026 Barcelona Indoor Trial will bring together the world’s best riders at the Palau Sant Jordi for a competition full of spectacular obstacles and impressive techniques.
- Chinese New Year 2026
Barcelona continues celebrating the New Year festivities. Now it is Chinese New Year’s turn. The Catalan capital invites you to immerse yourself in Eastern culture.
- Semana Santa in Barcelona
Semana Santa is one of the most important events for religious people. Many traditions take place during these very special days.
- French theatre festival «OUI!»
The ninth edition of the «OUI!» festival returns to Barcelona stages. If you speak French or are learning it, this is your opportunity to practise it and enjoy it.
- eDreams Mitja Marató Barcelona
Experience the excitement of the eDreams Mitja Marato Barcelona by Brooks. Live your way, but run.
- Barcelona Carnival 2026
Barcelona Carnival is considered one of the city’s most eagerly awaited festivities of the year! For several days, the streets are adorned with an explosion of colour, music and overflowing joy.
- Carnaval de Sitges
For a week, Sitges will become the epicentre of celebration. A carnival parade will wind through its main streets. Bright costumes, music, lights, and fun are guaranteed! There will also be performances, workshops, talks, and much more at various venues.
- Suite Festival
- IrídiaFest
IrídiaFest shines again in its third edition, on 13 and 14 March, at the renowned Paral·lel 62 venue. Under the energetic motto «Let it happen», this festival has become a vibrant platform for promoting the culture of human rights and countering the culture of hate through music, words and rhythm.
- Barcelona Obertura Spring Festival and Ciutat de Clàssica
With the arrival of spring, Barcelona becomes ever more beautiful. In addition to the flowering vegetation, the city’s residents will breathe deeply and enjoy classical music.
- “Telecogresca 2026” university festival
The iconic university festival, Telecogresca 2026, honours the long-standing tradition of celebrating the university spirit by bringing together thousands of students and facilitating their interaction in a festive setting.
- ‘Música Z’ music series
It is a programme that promotes music and emerging talent in the city, contributing to the creation of a vibrant musical community in Barcelona.
- Folk Internacional Tradicionàrius Festival
tradicionarius.cat Enjoy traditional Catalan music and discover new musical names and groups.
- Barcelona Beer Festival
The big annual craft beer festival. Not only can you expect a sea of cold beer, but also plenty of delicious food from Barcelona’s restaurants, as well as entertainment for guests.
- European Balloon Festival
Every year, tens of thousands of visitors come to Igualada to enjoy the Balloon Festival. During the festival days (and the competition at the same time), more than 50 hot air balloons rise into the sky. The competitions take place early in the morning and at sunset, when the weather conditions are best. But these are also the most beautiful moments to watch this incredible spectacle.
- Fira Modernista de Terrassa
The festival is dedicated to the modernist style. The festival will take you to a vibrant industrial city of the 19th century. Talks and presentations on architecture, gastronomy, dance and physical theatre shows, exhibitions, and other activities for the whole family.
- Festa de la Bici and La Bicicletada
The annual event aims to promote sustainable mobility and bring together enthusiasts of all ages.
- Mercat de Mercats
This is a food fair that brings together projects from all over Catalonia. It’s a great opportunity to enjoy a variety of food, from tapas to dishes. The good news is that all participants adhere to principles of environmental respect and food reuse.
- Òh!pera
Head to the heart of the Gran Teatro del Liceu to enjoy three sensual operas in a single evening.
- PRIDE! Barcelona
In the height of summer, a new date with Pride awaits you. This year, Orgullo de Barcelona will be stronger than ever: a whole month of activities awaits. It’s a time to give visibility to different realities, needs, and desires, and to keep learning from older LGTBIQ+ people.
- Soundit Festival
Under the open sky of Parc Nou in El Prat, only a few minutes from Barcelona, SOUNDIT Festival returns on 17 and 18 July with a proposal that challenges the limits of electronic music and pays tribute to club culture from a contemporary perspective.
- Les Nits Occident Festival
Les Nits Occident lights up summer in the Jardines del Palacio de Pedralbes, bringing together music, nature and gastronomy beneath the starry sky. This festival offers magical nights where the intimate, leafy atmosphere becomes the perfect setting for unforgettable concerts and cultural experiences.
- Festa Major de Gràcia
Every August, Gràcia becomes a great open-air stage where its residents’ creativity takes centre stage. From 15 to 21 August, the Fiesta Mayor de Gràcia will once again fill the neighbourhood with colour, with 23 decorated streets and a programme of more than 900 free activities.
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