Grec Festival 2025: Celebrating the Arts in Barcelona
As summer arrives in Barcelona, the city’s cultural calendar is filled to the brim with endless fiestas and artistic events! One of the most anticipated summer festivals in Barcelona is the month-long Grec Festival, an international celebration of stage arts ranging from music and theatre to dance and even circus acts! The festival will start on June 26th and will last all the way through till August 4th. With entertainers coming from all over the world to perform especially for the residents and visitors of Barcelona, this year’s 49th edition of the Grec Festival is sure to entertain, engage, and surprise audiences of all ages.

Situated in the foothills of Montjuïc in Barcelona, the Teatre Grec is the main venue for this unique arts festival. Each year, the city plays host to a wide variety of shows and performances, from poetry to magic to live bands.
One of the aims of the festival is to get the whole city involved, and with plenty of events offering free admission, there’s no excuse not to partake in the fun! What’s more, the MiniGrec festival, which is specifically aimed at children, means that the whole family can get involved.
So, whether you’re looking for some good old-fashioned family entertainment, comic relief, or a night under the Barcelona skies, losing yourself in a classic movie, the Grec Festival will certainly have something for you this summer!
All-Round Entertainment
The main events of the Grec Festival takes place during June and July. During this four-week festival, you can also catch daily workshops, shows and activities not only on the main stage at Montjuic, but also around multiple indoor and outdoor venues across the city. If you are looking to stay in one of Apartment Barcelona’s apartments this summer, you will be sure to have plenty of exciting events taking place near you. So, keep reading to find out more…

Vibrant Theatre Plays
Experience captivating performances at the Grec Festival 2025, where a diverse selection of theatre productions will once again take centre stage to entertain. From dramas to comedies, audiences will be treated to a spectacular showcase of talent from around the world.
This year, two of Shakespeare’s classic plays will be performed under the Mediterranean sky, each offering a fresh perspective on themes of power, love, and human connection. In The Tempest, director Oriol Broggi presents a poetic and minimalist adaptation. Performed in Catalan by La Perla 29 and featuring a powerful lead performance by Lluís Soler, this version invites the audience into a dreamlike experience of Shakespeare’s final masterpiece.

The Two Gentlemen of Verona also returns to the stage. Directed by Declan Donnellan and staged at the open-air Teatre Grec, this Spanish-language production breathes new life into one of Shakespeare’s earliest comedies. Exploring friendship, romance, and loyalty with humour and heart, the play follows two young men caught in a web of emotions and mistaken identities.
With these reinterpretations of Shakespeare’s work, the Grec Festival 2025 promises a rich theatrical journey, inviting audiences to rediscover classic stories. This summer’s programme ensures that Shakespeare remains as relevant and thrilling as ever.
Music to Your Ears
Of course, no festival would be complete without a few live concerts! This year the Grec Festival’s selection of artists will not disappoint, such as Clara Peya, Lucia Fumero, and composer Max Richter, just to name a few!

The highly talented Pau Riba will be celebrating the 55th anniversary of the release of Dioptria, one of the most iconic albums in Catalan music history. This performance is a must-see for music lovers and cultural explorers alike.
Other artists expected at Grec this year include Milo Rau, Carolina Bianchi, Llorenç Barber, and Alessandro Sciarroni, among many others!
Young Grec
Dedicated to the little ones, Grec for Families will present numerous music performances, workshops and animations all designed for the youngest members of the household. This fantastic celebration of international talent in stage arts has become a Barcelona summertime tradition, and the Grec Festival guarantees a good time for all who attend.
Although some shows are free of charge, many do require tickets. To ensure your spot at one of these amazing performances, visit the Grec Festival website where you will also find a full calendar of events, locations and directions.

Whether you’re a long-time local or visiting Barcelona for the first time, the Grec Festival 2025 is the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the city’s artistic side. With stunning open-air venues, world-class performances, and a buzzing summer atmosphere, this celebration of creativity and culture truly offers something for everyone. Don’t miss your chance to be part of one of the most iconic festivals of the season. Mark your calendar, book your tickets, and enjoy the magic of The Grec Festival 2025.