What's On Barcelona: November Edition

Bon dia!

Welcome to the November edition of What's On Barcelona!

We've put together a roundup of some of the biggest and best events happening across the city this month, so you can plan ahead and make the most of November.

There are a few things we'd have loved to include, like the city's ice skating rinks, but the dates haven't been announced yet.

Don't worry though, we'll keep you updated in our usual Thursday newsletters as more events are announced, from Christmas markets and neighbourhood festivals to traditional Catalan celebrations, correfocs and castellers.

- Mark and Alex

1. Live Music: Pitbull, Bryan Adams & Razorlight

What’s On: November is a big month for live music in Barcelona! Pitbull (aka Mr. Worldwide) is bringing his I'm Back tour to the city, while Bryan Adams and British indie rockers Razorlight are also performing.

📅 When & Where:

Pitbull: November 4th – Palau Sant Jordi
Bryan Adams: November 14th – Palau Sant Jordi
Razorlight: November 18th – WOLF

2. Barcelona Fringe – Stand-Up Comedy from 6th November

What’s On: The Barcelona Fringe Festival kicks off on 6th November, bringing ten days of stand-up comedy to the city. Comedians from around the world will perform across Barcelona, with shows ranging from dark humour and observational comedy to storytelling and improv.

📅 When: 6th–15th November
📍 Where: Various venues across Barcelona

For more info see here →

It's Mushroom Season in Catalonia! 🍄 [AD]

Autumn in Catalonia means one thing for many locals: mushroom season!

Every year, people head into the forests in search of wild mushrooms, a tradition known as anar a buscar bolets (going mushroom picking).

You'll also start seeing more varieties appearing on restaurant menus and at local markets. So, if you've ever wondered what all those different mushrooms are called, here are four Catalan words worth knowing:

Rossinyol — Chanterelle, a golden-yellow mushroom with a delicate, slightly fruity flavour.

Rovelló — Saffron milk cap, an orange-coloured mushroom that's particularly popular grilled.

Xampinyó — Button mushroom, the familiar variety you'll find in supermarkets.

Camagroc — Yellowfoot mushroom, a small, delicate mushroom often used in rice dishes and stews.

That's four new words to help you navigate the markets this autumn. And next time you spot rovellons on a restaurant menu, you'll know exactly what you're ordering!

For even more resources on learning Catalan see here →

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3. Barcelona Cookie Festival – 6th to 8th November

What’s On: Cookie Fest is coming to Barcelona, bringing together 12 bakeries competing to be crowned the city's best cookie. Each will create a special flavour for the event, with visitors getting to taste the creations and vote for their favourite. Expect everything from cheesecake cookies to Dubai chocolate cookies, plus other sweet and savoury treats.

📅 When: 6th–8th November
📍 Where: Maremagnum, Barcelona

For more info see here →

4. Barcelona Coffee Festival – 6th to 8th November

What’s On: MY Coffee Awards brings three days of specialty coffee to Barcelona, with roasters from around the world offering free tastings with your ticket. Expect workshops, talks and live competitions, including latte art and roasting championships.

📅 When: 6th–8th November, 10am–7pm
📍 Where: Nau Bostik

For more info see here →  

5. Expat Support Group 11th Nov - Connect With Others Living Abroad

What’s On: Living abroad isn't always easy, and if you've ever felt lonely, homesick or struggled to feel like you belong, this support group could be for you.

Led by psychologist and psychotherapist Alex Limanówka, this small group session gives expats a chance to meet others, share their experiences and talk about the challenges of building a life in another country.

There's no pressure to share anything you're not comfortable with, and you don't need any previous experience with therapy to attend.

📅 When: Wednesday, 11th November, 6:30–8:30pm
📍 Where: Carrer d'Enric Granados, 137

For more info see here →

6. Barcelona Board Game Festival – 12th to 15th November

What’s On: DAU Barcelona celebrates its 15th edition with four days dedicated to board games. Visitors of all ages can discover and try hundreds of games, take part in tournaments and enjoy activities at Fabra i Coats. A great event for families, friends and board game enthusiasts.

📅 When: 12th–15th November, 10am–8pm
📍 Where: Fabra i Coats, Barcelona

For more info see here →

7. Cheese Festival – 13th to 15th November

What’s On: Cheesy Fest brings three days of cheese tasting, cheesecakes, wine pairings and live music to Barcelona. Sample cheeses from Spain and around the world, with optional guided wine and cheese tastings.

📅 When: 13th–15th November
📍 Where: L'Estació Espai Gastronòmic

For more info see here →

8. What the Foc! BBQ Festival – 14th to 15th November

What’s On: Barcelona's BBQ festival is back for its sixth edition, bringing two days of grilled food to the Antiga Fàbrica Estrella Damm. Six chefs will cook up more than 16 meat and vegetarian dishes over open flames, alongside live music, DJs, roasted chestnuts and arcade games.

📅 When: 14th–15th November
📍 Where: Antiga Fàbrica Estrella Damm

For more info see here →

9. Els Llums de Sant Pau Christmas Lights – From 19th November

What’s On: The spectacular Christmas light trail at Sant Pau is back, this year themed around The Little Prince. Expect colourful light installations, projections, music, interactive displays and an ice skating rink, all set against the beautiful modernist architecture of Sant Pau.

📅 When: Starts 19th November until 10th January
📍 Where: Recinte Modernista de Sant Pau

For more info see here →

10. Barcelona Christmas Lights Switch-On – 26th November

What’s On: Barcelona officially welcomes the festive season with its annual Christmas lights switch-on! Thousands of lights will illuminate streets across the city, with a special opening show to mark the occasion.

Last year's celebration featured aerial dancers, live music, a choir and fireworks, so expect something special again this year.

📅 When: Thursday 26th November
📍 Where: Passeig de Gràcia (Main switch on)

For more info see here → (scroll down)

That’s all for now, see you on Thursday for this weekend’s events!

— Mark and Alex

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