What's On in Barcelona This Weekend
Last updated 16 August 2026
The best of Barcelona this weekend, Saturday 22 and Sunday 23 August 2026: 60 picks, single-day events under their day and everything running across both days below.
Saturday 22 August
Festa Major Parade (page in Catalan)
Join the traditional Festa Major parade, organised by local entities. It features various groups and popular culture collectives, celebrating the neighbourhood's festivities.
Walk "The history of the Sants Festa Major", by Memòria en moviment (page in Catalan)
Join a guided walk exploring the rich history of the Sants Festa Major. Led by Memòria en moviment, it offers insights into this significant local festival.
RAZZCLUBS: Saint Ludo + NUMEN: Regis Live + Kwartz + Oran Ray Live & MORE
Experience a multi-artist nightlife event at Razzclubs, featuring live performances and DJ sets. This promises a diverse and energetic musical journey.
Concert "Jowee Omicil"
Experience a captivating concert by Jowee Omicil, a multi-instrumentalist and vocalist. His performance blends gospel, hip-hop, voodoo, and traditional African rhythms for a unique sound.

The End of Oak Street
Enjoy a screening of this film in its original version. Immerse yourself in the story as it unfolds on screen.
Nacar Club curated by Brunch Electronik / Ahmed Spins, Rafael Ares & Carter
Experience a night of Electronica curated by Brunch Electronik. Enjoy sets from Ahmed Spins, Rafael Ares, and Carter for an unforgettable evening.
Palestine 36
Enjoy a screening of this film in its original version. Immerse yourself in the story as it unfolds on screen.
El amor que permanece
Watch a film in its original version. This cinema screening offers an authentic viewing experience for film enthusiasts.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day
This is a cinema screening, offering an opportunity to see a film on the big screen. Enjoy the cinematic experience.
Sunday 23 August
Concert "The Soulful Trio"
Experience The Organ Trio of Barcelona as they launch their innovative second album, 'SECOND HAND'. Their performance promises to surprise and impact the audience with nine original songs.

Concert "GMS Live IV"
Discover original music from Green Music Studios brought to the stage. This event brings together artists to share projects, foster connections, and showcase their unique sounds.

Tribute Concert "A Night with The Beatles", with ShowBeat
Travel back in time with ShowBeat, considered the best Beatles tribute band. Enjoy an impeccable performance recreating the legendary quartet's work.

All weekend
International Chess Open Sants-Ciutat de Barcelona 2026 (page in Catalan)
This is Spain's most important chess tournament and one of the world's top 10 in terms of participation. Over 750 players from 55 countries competed in the last edition.
Festa Major dates (page in Catalan)
The Sants Festa Major is here, showcasing the neighbourhood's creativity. Transformed streets feature cinematic journeys, social statements, and everyday games, creating immersive worlds for visitors.
Diferents carrers de Sants · Sants

Valérie Belin Exhibition
Explore the work of French artist Valérie Belin, who uses photography to examine reality, representation, and artifice. Her precise, serial images, influenced by minimalism, question identity through the human form. Discover a thought-provoking collection.

Exhibition 'Desenfocat. Un altra visió de l'art'
This exhibition explores the concept of blur and imprecision in art, tracing its origins from Monet's water lilies. Discover how this phenomenon offered artists a new way to perceive the world. It provides a fresh perspective on modern and contemporary plastic art.

Disco Monday Night: DJ Mastie
Enjoy a lively Monday night party with DJ Mastie. Room 1 offers hip-hop, dance hall, and R&B, while Room 2 plays frenzy and all-time hits. It is a great opportunity to dance and experience Barcelona's nightlife.
Rock&Grill Festival
Enjoy live rock classics at the Rock&Grill Festival, featuring tribute bands to legends like The Cure, Joy Division, and The Rolling Stones. This open-air event combines great music with delicious grilled food in the unique setting of Poble Espanyol.
Poble Espanyol de Barcelona · el Poble-sec

Guided Tour "Tibitour"
Discover the history and curiosities of Tibidabo Amusement Park and Barcelona. This guided tour takes you through iconic spots like the Funicular Station and Torre de les Aigües. It is a fascinating way to learn about the park's heritage.
Parc d'Atraccions del Tibidabo · Vallvidrera, el Tibidabo i les Planes

Guided visit to Poble Espanyol with aperitif
Discover the secrets and design of this impressive open-air architectural museum, inspired by a photographic journey through Spanish towns.

Bon Appétit Casa Batlló
Experience Casa Batlló like never before, with access to the newly opened third floor. This unique experience combines a cultural visit with a gastronomic proposal in an unparalleled setting. Explore Gaudí's masterpiece and enjoy a special meal.

Show 'Vet aquí el rock' (page in Catalan)
This unique show reimagines classic fairy tale characters in a magical forest setting. A rock band provides the soundtrack to their adventures, offering a fresh and exciting experience for all.

Gòtic Carers Meetings
These free monthly meetings offer support, shared experiences, and well-being resources for carers of dependent elderly people in Ciutat Vella.
Residència Assistida per a Gent Gran La Mercè · el Barri Gòtic

Iron Techniques: From Craft to Industrial Production (page in Catalan)
This exhibition explores the evolution of iron production, from artisanal methods to industrial processes, and its environmental impact.
Disseny Hub Barcelona · el Parc i la Llacuna del Poblenou

Gaudí-Miró-Gomis: Deconstructed by Tomorrow Bureau
This exhibition explores the legacy of Gaudí through contemporary creation, co-organised by Fundació Joan Miró and Casa Batlló Contemporary.

Disco Thursday Night: Bcn or die
Experience a vibrant night with Flavio Rodriguez playing hip-hop, dance hall, and R&B, complemented by Carla Nisha's set.
'Fritanga' Vespres de Rumba at Poble Espanyol
Enjoy live rumba music and dancing every Saturday evening. This event offers a complete experience in a stunning natural setting, perfect for all ages.

Let's Play in the Squares at Plaça de la Sagrada Família (page in Catalan)
This initiative promotes public spaces for healthy development and community engagement through various activities for all ages.
Plaça de la Sagrada Família · la Sagrada Família
Guided Tour of Antoni Amatller's Photographic Studio
Visit the former residence of chocolate industrialist Antoni Amatller and explore his photographic studio on the top floor.

Casa Batlló: Premium Entrance and Batlló's Private Salon
Enjoy a premium visit to Casa Batlló, including access to Batlló's Private Salon. This experience offers an exclusive insight into Gaudí's architectural masterpiece.
Show 'Litik. Searching for the echo of prehistory' (page in Catalan)
Journey through time to connect with humanity's prehistoric past and our origins. This audiovisual show is recommended for families with children aged 2 and above.

Creative Sewing Club
Join the creative sewing club, coordinated by Montse Agustí, to develop your crafting skills.
Casal de Barri Bac de Roda - Poblenou · el Poblenou
Exhibition 'Extraterrestrials. Is there life beyond Earth?'
Explore the history of the search for extraterrestrial life and its artistic representations. Scientific and technological advancements offer new answers to this age-old mystery.

Vesica Piscis art intervention by Fernando Prats (page in Spanish)
This artistic intervention in the Romanesque art rooms creates subtle parallels between distant eras through movement and nature.

Concert "Jamboree Jam Session"
Experience the vibrant Jamboree Jam Session by Marc Ayza, where jazz comes alive every Monday. Enjoy an energetic opening concert and an open stage for musicians.
Festival 'Queens’ Nights'
Travel back in time with this festival celebrating pop music hits. Enjoy concerts and continue the party in the Village area, surrounded by a stunning natural environment.

Barcelona Night Tour Bus: Summer Night Route
Experience the magic of Barcelona at night on a guided tour, discovering the city's illuminated landmarks and special summer atmosphere.
Guided tours of the Reial Acadèmia de Ciències i Arts de Barcelona (page in Spanish)
Explore this historic 18th-century institution, where Albert Einstein once lectured. Discover its impressive assembly hall and the 1869 Billeter astronomical clock, accurately displaying planetary positions.

Palau de La Música - Visit with Brochure
Explore the stunning architecture and rich history of the Palau de la Música Catalana. This experience offers a self-guided tour with an informative brochure.
Sardana Dance Calendar Sarrià - Sant Gervasi 2026 (page in Spanish)
This programme features several sardana dances throughout the year in various squares, gardens, and emblematic spaces. Enjoy traditional Catalan folk dancing with leading cobla bands.
Diferents places de Sarrià-Sant Gervasi · Sarrià-Sant Gervasi

Exhibition 'Picasso Cyprus: Encounters with Mediterranean Ceramics'
Discover Picasso's revealing relationship with Cypriot antiquities, encountered through museum collections and publications. This exhibition explores how he interpreted their formal and symbolic aspects.

Exhibition 'Sim, Drawing and War' (page in Catalan)
Discover José Luis Rey Vila's powerful drawings, offering a vivid testimony of the Spanish Civil War. This exhibition showcases nearly fifty recently acquired works.
Disco Tuesday Night: DJ Gahdoor
Dance the night away with DJ Gahdoor playing hip-hop, dance hall, and R&B, alongside DJ Hal9000 with all-time hits.
KBr Live cultural programme concerts
Enjoy open-air concerts by Conservatori del Liceu ensembles, performing pieces specially selected to complement the photographic exhibition. Discover new connections between artistic disciplines in a unique setting.
Port Olímpic de Barcelona · la Vila Olímpica del Poblenou

Primary School Multi-sport Summer Camp - Escola L'Arc de Sant Martí
This camp uses sports as an educational and recreational tool to develop physical skills, encourage socialisation, and promote healthy habits. Children will enjoy varied games and workshops.
Escola L'Arc de Sant Martí · la Verneda i la Pau
Open Sessions on La Rambla Transformation Project
Participate in public sessions to learn about and discuss the urban redevelopment plans for La Rambla.

La Pedrera and Casa Milà: Tour Guided by a Local Guide (in English)
Discover Gaudí's iconic La Pedrera and Casa Milà with a local guide. This tour offers insights into their unique architecture and history.
Musical Show "La mofeta presumida"
A musical show that reimagines a familiar story with a clumsy skunk as the protagonist. Join Ramoneta as she learns bravery in this entertaining performance.
Teatre Sala Pangolí · el Camp d'en Grassot i Gràcia Nova

"MURMURIS". Twelve speculative actions for the Year Thirty
MACBA celebrates its thirtieth anniversary with a programme of live arts, music, and performance. It explores the aspirations that led to the museum's creation.

Exhibition 'Journey Through Time at Barcelona's Royal Shipyards'
Discover the origins and history of one of Barcelona's most iconic and well-preserved buildings, the Royal Shipyards.
Museu Marítim de Barcelona · el Raval

Party "Disco Sunday Night: Fein Sundays"
Dance the night away at Disco Sunday Night with Hip Hop, R&B, Afrobeats, Amapiano, Dancehall, and all-time hits. Enjoy a lively club experience.
Family Cycling
Help children aged 3 to 10 learn to ride a bicycle with three learning spaces. There are options for beginners, those learning to pedal, and a family route.

Visit to the CCCB Viewpoint
Enjoy panoramic views of Barcelona from the fifth floor of the CCCB building, open on select dates.
Centre de Cultura Contemporània de Barcelona · el Raval

Visit the Fundació Joan Miró without queuing up.
Explore the Fundació Joan Miró, home to a vast collection of Miró's works. This experience offers a chance to immerse yourself in his art and vision.
Show: Inexplicable with Manu Llari
Manu Llari presents a captivating magic show that challenges logic and surprises the senses, inviting the audience into a world of illusion.
Sala Cafè Teatre · la Vila de Gràcia
Exhibition 'Seny i Rauxa: News of Catalan Architecture' (page in Catalan)
Explore the rich history and continuity of Catalan architecture from 1875 to the present day.
Disseny Hub Barcelona · el Parc i la Llacuna del Poblenou

Archive Drops: We are Drassanes exhibition
This small exhibition showcases documents from the Drassanes building, including accessible materials like Braille and audio descriptions.
Museu Marítim de Barcelona · el Raval

Party "Disco Friday Night"
Kick off your weekend at Disco Friday Night with Hip-hop, Dancehall, R&B, and all-time hits. Enjoy a vibrant club atmosphere with great music.
OLYMPIA Specific Campus AE Sant Andreu: BARÓ DE VIVER Municipal Football Pitch
This football technical training campus includes weekly outings, water games, and a weekly gymkhana. Participants can enjoy various sports activities and a trip to Multiesport Ubae.
Club de Fútbol Baró de Viver · Baró de Viver
Historical route 'L'Eixample LGTBIQ+: a century of existences and resistances'
Explore the queer history of L'Eixample from the early 20th century to today. This route uncovers cultural figures, social spaces, and liberation movements within the LGTBIQ+ community.
Centre LGTBI de Barcelona · Sant Antoni
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