La Mercè Festival
For 5 days at the end of September, this extravaganza is held in honor of Barcelona patron saint Mare de Deu de la Merce. Parades, dancing, events and more.
The Calçotada
Culinary event at end of February or beginning of March celebrating spring onions.
Barcelona Carnival
One-week street festival at the beginning of March with parades, costumes, floats and fireworks.
Sonar Festival
Electronic music fans flock to this 3-day music fest held in June.
Col·lecció Joan Miró
From 3/23/2024 - 9/28/2025
The Joan Miró Collection at the Fundació Joan Miró showcases a comprehensive selection of paintings, drawings, sculptures, and works on paper, representing all phases of the artist's life and career. Through various thematic sections, visitors can explore Miró's distinctive production and personal language, illustrating key concepts from his time while highlighting his desire to transcend conventional painting. Notable works include those related to Surrealism and the Spanish Civil War, as well as large canvases from the 1960s, marked by expansive fields of color and liberated gestures. The collection originated from donations by Miró upon the museum's opening in 1975, supplemented by contributions from his wife, Pilar Juncosa, cultural activist Joan Prats, family members, and other public and private collections.
Joan Miró Collection
From 3/23/2024 - 9/28/2025
Attendees can soak in a wide selection of Mir's well-preserved paintings, elaborate illustrations, intricate sculptures, and thoughtful paper work. The curated exhibit offers a penetrating life and craft exploration of the esteemed artist over various stages of his expansive career.
Interior Berlanga
From 7/17/2024 - 4/20/2025
This event offers an immersive exploration into a celebrated filmmaker's life, highlighting his impressive career milestones. Attendees can gain an intimate understanding of his substantial achievements and also the fears and historical context that influenced him.
MACBA Collection: Prelude. Poetic Intention
From 9/19/2024 - 7/21/2025
This group exhibit reimagines typical shows, centering solely on the power and purpose of the art. Attendees can expect an immersive foray into the rich narratives and unlimited creativity behind each piece.
Voll-Damm Barcelona Jazz Festival
From 10/10/2024 - 3/23/2025
The Voll-Damm Barcelona Jazz Festival is a premier music event, bringing world-class jazz artists to the vibrant city of Barcelona. With performances spanning traditional, contemporary, and experimental jazz, this festival offers a rich and diverse musical experience in iconic venues.
The Ocean Speaks: New Ecologies and New Economies of the Seas
From 10/10/2024 - 2/23/2025
The intriguing exhibition delves into the effects of human interactions on marine ecosystems. It promotes pondering over innovative redesigns to alter the city's sea relationship.
100 Ikea Objects We Would Have Liked Having
From 10/18/2024 - 2/23/2025
This exhibition focuses on the vital roles of two prestigious brands in providing accessible design to enhance human well-being. Showcasing 'global' and 'local' aspects through the entwined biographies of two innovative entrepreneurs, it delivers probing insight into sustainability's progression, fostering discussion about Scandinavian and Mediterranean designs.
Els Mons D' Alicia
From 10/18/2024 - 2/23/2025
Experience a renaissance of childhood memories at an event honed to commemorate all things Alice in Wonderland, inspired entirely by Lewis Carroll's inventive narratives. Show-goers will immerse themselves within an energetic reprisal, breathing in the vibe of a 160-year-old era and invigorating encounters alongside Alice and her fellow extraordinary entities.
Eveli Torent: Between Els Quatre Gats and Freemasonry
From 10/18/2024 - 2/16/2025
Art lovers are invited to an exhibition that explores the compelling career and character of a lesser-known Barcelona illustrator, born in 1876. One can observe work from his beginnings at Els 4 Gats, integrations with modernity pioneers, and collaborations with notable artists including Picasso.
Barcelona Jazz Festival
From 10/23/2024 - 3/23/2025
Discover the soulful rhythms of the Barcelona Jazz Festival, an iconic event that attracts over a hundred thousand jazz enthusiasts to the vibrant streets of Barcelona, Spain, each year. Enjoy mesmerizing performances by legendary and emerging artists alike, set in some of the city's most historic and intimate venues for an unforgettable musical experience.
MiróMatisse Beyond the images
From 10/25/2024 - 2/9/2025
Beyond Images is an engaging art exhibition presenting an aesthetic duel between the legendary artists Matisse, famed for fauvism and harmony, and Mir, renowned for surrealism and captivating oddity. Attendees can follow a visual dialogue tracking profound points of crossover where these distinct viewpoints intersect, celebrating their shared criticisms of painting traditions, drawing techniques, grandiose compositions, and determining works of their epochs.
MiróMatisse: Beyond the Images
From 10/25/2024 - 2/9/2025
The upcoming exhibition invites attendees into an immersive exploration of shared critiques by renown artists Henri Matisse and Mir, upending expectations by examining commonalities beyond their temporal and stylistic differences. Enthusiasts can look forward to an insightful experience shedding light on shared perspectives on Western image tradition, conveyed through art pieces and master marginalia from these two artists.
From Montmartre to Montparnasse: Catalan Artists in Paris (1889-1914)
From 11/22/2024 - 3/30/2025
Attendees are invited to delve into the transformative world of early 20th century Parisian modern art and avant-garde play through the eyes of Catalan artists, amid an eclectic mix of paintings, engravings, music and literature. This immersive interpretation of the City of Light is an unmissable, substantial exhibition.
Barcelona Wine Week
From 2/3/2025 - 2/5/2025
Toast to a week of unparalleled wine experiences at Barcelona Wine Week, where you can savor over 600 Spanish wine labels from small, artisan wineries to recognized brands in the market. Elevate your palate with masterclasses, tastings, and a deep dive into Spain's rich vinicultural heritage, all set in the heart of Barcelona.
Fore De Marc
From 2/5/2025 - 10/26/2025
Experience the sync of old and new at an inventive exhibition comprised of modern audiovisual adaptations of la Caixa Foundation's art collection. Witness a strikingly fresh take on Goya's eerie 'black paintings' and an absorbing reinterpretation of Rembrandt's timeless 'Night Watch'.
Festival d'Arts Lumíniques
From 2/7/2025 - 2/9/2025
The Festival d'Arts Lumíniques is a captivating event that illuminates Barcelona with mesmerizing light installations and art displays. Combining creativity and technology, it transforms urban spaces into a stunning visual experience.
BCNegra
From 2/10/2025 - 2/16/2025
BCNegra is a literary festival dedicated to crime and noir fiction, drawing renowned authors and enthusiasts to Barcelona. Featuring discussions, book presentations, and cultural events, it’s a must for fans of the genre.
SoundIt
From 2/15/2025 - 3/22/2025
SoundIt is an eclectic music festival held in the unique open-air setting of Parc del Fòrum in Barcelona, Spain, featuring a diverse lineup of local and international artists. The event promises to deliver a vibrant mix of electronic and live music performances, offering attendees a dynamic and immersive musical experience.
The Music of Harry Potter - Live in Concert
On 2/16/2025
The Music of Harry Potter is a live concert experience featuring the iconic scores from the Harry Potter films. This orchestral performance, often conducted by renowned composers, brings to life the magical melodies composed by John Williams and others, enchanting audiences with the beloved themes from the globally acclaimed movie series.
The Music of Hans Zimmer & Others
On 2/16/2025
Enjoy a magnificent concert featuring the legendary music of Hans Zimmer along with other iconic film scores. This orchestral performance takes you on a cinematic journey, showcasing the powerful and emotive music that has defined countless movies.
BCN Sports Film Festival
From 2/17/2025 - 2/20/2025
Experience the intersection of sports and cinema at the BCN Sports Film Festival in Barcelona, Spain, where films showcasing athletic achievements and sports culture take center stage. From documentaries to fictional narratives, this festival celebrates the universal language of sports through the art of filmmaking, offering a platform for filmmakers and sports enthusiasts to come together and appreciate the storytelling behind athletic pursuits.
Extra Terrestres
From 2/26/2025 - 10/19/2025
The exhibition immerses attendees in an intriguing exploration of cosmic life, plunging into historical perspectives. Interweaving art and narrative, it presents a thought-provoking dichotomy of life's conceivable existence beyond Earth.
Polo & Pan
On 2/12/2025
Paul Armand-Delille and Alexandre Grynszpan form the French music duo Polo & Pan. Their sound is a hybrid of electronic music influenced by tropical sounds and global music from around the world. The pair has two studio albums and many hit EPs to their credit.