What's On Barcelona: 4th - 6th September

Bon dia!

There’s no fewer than 7 neighbourhood festivals this weekend, which means, among other things, castellers (human towers).

I’ve always found them a bit mad to be honest (obviously in a good way). I wasn't allowed too far up a tree as a kid. Here, they’re being stacked three storeys high on top of a load of adults.

Always good to see kids with hobbies.

Anyway as for this weekend. Here’s what’s on!

- Mark

⛅️ Weather

Fri ☀️ 31°/25° Sat ⛅ 31°/24° ⛅ Sun 31°/24°

1. Free Entry to Museums

What’s On: On the first Sunday of the month many museums offer free entry, so you can explore Barcelona’s rich culture and history for free!

Here is a list of museums and their free opening times, but do double check their websites as some may require pre-registration.

📅 When: Sunday

• Pabellón Mies Van der Rohe (10 AM - 6 PM)

• Museo Picasso (9 AM - 7 PM)

• Ethnological and Cultural Museum of the World (10 AM - 7:30 PM)

• Foto Colectania (11 AM - 3 PM)

• Museo Marítimo de Barcelona (3 PM - 7 PM)

• MUHBA (3 PM onward)

• Museo Nacional de Arte de Cataluña (3 PM onward)

• Barcelona Design Museum (3 PM - 8 PM)

• CCCB (3 PM - 8 PM)

• Montjuïc Castle (10 AM – 6 PM)

2. New: Cirque du Soleil's KURIOS

What’s On: Cirque du Soleil's KURIOS has just opened in Barcelona today. The steampunk-inspired circus show follows an inventor who discovers a hidden world filled with strange characters, with acrobatics, contortion, comedy, live music and elaborate sets. The show is suitable for all ages.

📅 When: Thursday 3rd September until 18th October
📍 Where: Big Top, L’Hospitalet de Llobregat

For more info see here →

Catalonia Beyond Fuet: Start September with Some Catalan [AD]

Bon dia! Com han anat les vacances?

September is here, and it's time to get back into the rhythm of work (and school!). To help you ease back in, here's some basic Catalan vocabulary for "tornada a l'escola" and "tornada a l'oficina":

la motxilla – the backpack
el llibre – the book
el quadern – the notebook
el llapis – the pencil
l'horari – the schedule
la reunió – the meeting
l'agenda – the planner/agenda
l'ordinador – the computer
el correu electrònic – the email
benvinguts/des – welcome (back)

Whether you're heading back to class or to the office, a fresh start is a great excuse to practice a bit more Catalan every day! If you want to keep building your vocabulary, check out the Catalan courses offered here in Barcelona.

Bona tornada a tothom! 🍂

Content by the Ministry Language Policy

3. Barcelona Municipal Band: Free Concert in the Park

What’s On: Barcelona's Municipal Band returns from its summer break with a free open-air concert at Parc de l'Espanya Industrial. The orchestra will perform music by Reed, Albéniz, Khachaturian and Gershwin, conducted by Ximo Tarín.

📅 When: Saturday 5th September, 6:30pm
📍 Where: Parc de l'Espanya Industrial, Sants

For more info see here →

4. Extreme Barcelona – 4th–6th September

What’s On: Extreme Barcelona brings three days of action sports and urban culture to Parc del Fòrum, with around 500 athletes from 40 countries competing across almost 30 competitions. Expect BMX Freestyle, skateboarding, breaking, 3x3 basketball, scootering, street football and more, alongside music, art & other activities. Entry is free.

📅 When: Fri 4th – Sun 6th September
📍 Where: Parc del Fòrum

For more info see here →

Also Happening This Weekend

🎉 Neighbourhood Festivals

Seven neighbourhoods are celebrating their Festa Major this weekend, with free concerts, street parties, correfocs, communal meals & plenty more.

Festa Major d'Horta – Until 13th Sept
Fri: Opening celebrations & live music
Sat: San Fermín Express, rumba vermut, cercavila, Electrohorta & concerts
Sun: Santglanada celebrations & kids correfoc

Festa Major de Vallcarca – Until 10th Sept
Fri: Correfoc (9:30pm) & live music
Sat: Artisan market, fideuà, musical bingo, Holi party, havaneres & late-night concerts
Sun: Concert with the Sadacor choir

Festa Major de la Bordeta – Until 12th Sept
Fri: TastaBordeta tapas route
Sat: Artisan fair, giant parade & live music
Sun: castellers (12pm) & correfoc (9pm)

Festa Major de la Salut – Until 13th Sept
Fri: Parade (5:30pm), kids correfoc (8:30pm) & outdoor cinema (9:30pm)
Sat: Popular paella, musical bingo, concerts & karaoke
Sun: Castellers

Festa Major de la Font del Mont (Vallvidrera) – Until 6th Sept
Sat: Kids circus, hot chocolate, communal dinner & DJ
Sun: Vermut

Festa Major de Mas Guimbau & Can Castellví (Vallvidrera) – Until 5th Sept
Fri: Communal dinner & live music
Sat: vermut, havaneres, botifarrada, bingo & DJ

Festa Major del Farró – Until 13th Sept
Sat: Classic Seat 600 parade & Diada de Foc
Sun: Games, magic & outdoor dancing

🎶 Music, Parties & Nightlife
Rumba Tour Festival (Plaça de Catalunya) – Three days of live Catalan rumba, food stalls & Mediterranean culture in the heart of Barcelona (Free, Fri–Sun).

The Music of Stranger Things (Paral·lel 62) – Stranger Things composers perform the show's soundtrack live with a light & visual show (€30, Sat, 8pm).

MASiMAS Festival (Various Venues) – Live jazz, funk, soul, hip-hop and Afro-Latin music across six iconic Barcelona venues (Until 6th Sept).

Live Music at Paperines (Montjuïc) – Enjoy live rumba under the stars at this open-air bar on Montjuïc, alongside food and drinks (Thu–Sun, 9pm–11pm, until 6th Sept).

🎬 Film & Outdoor Cinema
Finestrelles Summer Cinema (Esplugues de Llobregat) – Free outdoor cinema with weekly family-friendly films every Saturday evening (Until 12th Sept).

Korean Film Festival Barcelona (Cinemes Girona) – Around 20 Korean films, from indie to mainstream cinema (€7–€9, Until Sun).

Family Cinema at the CCCB (El Raval) – Free screenings of animated & experimental short films exploring cities, every Wednesday & Saturday (Until 5th Sept).

🛍️ Food, Drinks, Markets & Shopping
Palo Market Fest (Poblenou) – Monthly creative market with local designers, vintage finds, street food, drinks and live music in a lush former factory setting (Sat–Sun).

Port Flea (Port Olímpic) – Browse 100+ stalls of vintage fashion, second-hand finds & local designs, alongside food trucks, live music & workshops (Free, Sun, 11am–8pm).

Todo a €1 & €2 at Ovella Negra (Poblenou) – Dig through bargain second-hand clothes with everything priced at just €1 or €2 (€3 entry, Sun, 10am–5pm).

€2 & €3 Market at Akilo Store (Poblenou) – Three-day second-hand clothing market with everything priced at €2 or €3 (Free entry, Fri–Sun, 11am–7pm).

Mercat de Colom Vintage Market (Port Vell) – Browse vintage jewellery, cameras, watches, antiques, military memorabilia and collectibles (Fri–Sun).

🎨 Culture & Experiences
Free Star Wars Exhibition (Passeig de Gràcia) – Original film props, life-size figures, ships & rare collectibles from one of Spain's largest private collections (Ends 18th Sept).

Emerging Art Festival (Various Locations) – 50+ exhibitions & events showcasing up-and-coming artists in galleries and art spaces across Barcelona (Until 3rd Sept).

Jardí Geològic (Les Corts) – open-air museum exploring geology and Earth science, with rock displays and interactive exhibits (Free, open daily).

La Model Prison (Esquerra de l’Eixample) – Former prison turned public space, open for free visits where you can explore its cells and learn about its history.

The Last Days of Pompeii (IDEAL Montjuïc) – Immersive exhibition recreating Pompeii with 360° projections, VR & sound, including a dramatic eruption finale (Until 21st Sept)

World’s Largest Balloon Exhibition (Poblenou) – Immersive exhibition made from 600,000 balloons, with sculptures & interactive rooms to explore.

Antarctica Experience (Plaça d'Espanya) – Escape the heat at this immersive exhibition exploring Antarctica through 360° projections, sounds & real footage.

🌞 Outdoors & Active
Outdoor Board Game Space at Glòries – Free open-air board game area with 100+ games you can borrow and play in the park (Sat & Sun, 6pm–10pm).

Byron Chess Open Barcelona – Take part in a five-round chess tournament among the books and coffee at Byron (€10 / €8 under 16s, Sat, 11am).

Juguem a les Places (Various Locations) – Free outdoor play spaces for kids & families across almost 50 Barcelona squares, with toys, games & activities.

Barcelona Night Skate Routes – Free guided skate routes through Barcelona every Friday night, starting from Vila Olímpica & led by volunteer skaters (Fri, 10pm).

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That’s all for this week, have a great weekend!

— Mark

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