La Mercè 2026 will run from 23 to 27 September, with nearly 100 music proposals scheduled across venues in Barcelona, according to Barcelona City Council. The programme is part of the city’s annual Mercè festivities and includes the Mercè Música and BAM, Barcelona Acció Musical, strands.
For residents and visitors planning festival days, the council’s programme allows activities to be searched by date, theme, intended audience, accessibility and whether booking is required. La Mercè as a whole is expected to include around 500 activities, spanning music, street arts and popular culture.
Music from Barcelona and beyond
The council describes the Mercè Música programme as a celebration of social diversity, with particular emphasis on music created in Barcelona. It also aims to promote cultural exchange, gender equality and links between education and culture.
Music events will take place at numerous locations around the city as part of the Mercè Música and BAM programmes. Barcelona City Council says the line-up covers different styles and origins.
How to find concerts and nearby events
People can use the official La Mercè app to explore nearby activities, receive real-time updates and save favourite events. The app is free, according to the Ajuntament, Barcelona City Council.
- Search activities by type, venue and time slot.
- Use keywords or browse artists and event locations by category.
- During the festivities, use the “Here and now” option to find events closest to the user’s location.
- Browse BAM concerts and Mercè Arts de Carrer, MAC, activities separately.
The official La Mercè music programme also includes filters for booking requirements and accessibility.
Primary sources: barcelona.cat, barcelona.cat, barcelona.cat, ajuntament.barcelona.cat, Ramon, barcelona.cat, barcelona.cat, barcelona.cat, barcelona.cat, Barcelona City Council. Reported by Source Text Link, Arnau Ruiz, rtve.es, barcelona-tourist-guide.com, irbarcelona.org, en.wikipedia.org, fiestapopular.com, Barcelona Secreta.
