Discover the Festa Major de Sants 2026, one of Barcelona’s most vibrant neighbourhood festivals, filled with Catalan traditions, decorated streets, live music, food and community celebrations.
Experience Festa Major de Gràcia 2026, Barcelona’s most colourful neighbourhood festival. Discover decorated streets, Castellers, Correfoc, concerts, local traditions and accommodation options in Gràcia to enjoy the celebrations like a local.
September is the perfect time to experience Barcelona. The heat of summer eases into pleasant days and mild evenings, ideal for sightseeing or relaxing at the beach. With fewer crowds, shorter lines at iconic landmarks, and vibrant festivals like La Mercè filling the streets, the city feels both lively and welcoming. Add in delicious seasonal food, affordable travel deals, and easy day trips to Montserrat or the Costa Brava, and September truly shows Barcelona at its very best.
On August 15th, Barcelona becomes a vibrant display of colour as the much anticipated Festa Major de Gràcia kicks off! Considered to be one of the biggest street parties of the year, this event sees the neighbourhood of Gràcia come to life with home-made decorations, free concerts and much more.