SEPTEMBER IN BARCELONA:
A MONTH OF CELEBRATION AND CULTURE
September in Barcelona is a vibrant time filled with cultural festivities, historical commemorations, and exciting activities. The city comes alive with events that showcase its unique heritage and lively spirit.
La Mercè Festival: Sep 20-24
The Biggest Event of September in Barcelona: La Mercè Festival
La Mercè is one of Barcelona’s most anticipated festivals, held in honor of the city's patron saint, Our Lady of Mercy.
This week-long celebration features a variety of events, including parades, concerts, fireworks, and the iconic castells (human towers).
Streets are filled with music, dance, and traditional Catalan performances, making it a must-see for locals and tourists alike.
The festival showcases BAM (Barcelona Acció Musical) and Música Mercè, offering a diverse program with over a hundred local, national, and international artists.
Enjoy free concerts in public spaces as part of Barcelona's biggest festival.
The festival culminates with the traditional fireworks and music display, an unforgettable explosion of light and sound that has become one of the most anticipated events for both locals and visitors alike.
Check the schedule:
LA MERCÉ 2024
September 11th:
Catalonia’s National Day
On September 11, 1714, Barcelona fell, ending Catalan institutions and civil liberties. This date commemorates Catalonia's National Day, marked by protests and activities. Political entities lay floral tributes at Rafael Casanova's monuments, and many museums in Barcelona hold open days.
- National Art Museum of Catalonia*: Free from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
- Catalonia History Museum*: Free from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
- Catalonia Archaeology Museum*: Open from 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM.
- Palau Güell*: Visit by reservation (1-hour visit) from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
- Palau de la Generalitat*: Visits by reservation on September 11 (11:00 AM - 5:00 PM), 14, and 15 (11:00 AM - 7:00 PM).
- Catalan Parliament*: Free visits without reservation from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
- Catalonia Cartographic and Geological Institute (ICGC)*: Open day from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (registration required, limited places).
Check the full schedule here.
Festa Major Poblenou 2024
Poblenou celebrates with a vibrant festival from September 6 to 15, featuring hundreds of activities for everyone! Enjoy concerts, games, food, and exhibitions throughout the neighborhood.
*Highlights:*
- *September 6:* Kick off with vinyl music and the 5th Harrak Rock Fest.
- *September 7:* Join a vermut rumbero and a tapas competition.
- *September 8:* Human tower festival from 11 AM to 3 PM featuring Jove de Barcelona. Disco at 10:30 PM on Galceran Marquet.
- *September 13:* Batucada at 5:30 PM, "rum cremat" at 6:30 PM, and a "Cercavila" parade at 7:30 PM, ending with concerts and a mobile disco.
- *September 14:* Enjoy a botifarada breakfast from 9 AM, a children's "cercavila" at 11 AM, and "correfoc" at 9 PM.
- September 15:* Celebrate "Gegants" at 9 AM, with a parade at 1 PM and fireworks at 8:30 PM to close the festivities.
Check the full schedule on their website for more fun activities!
Barceloneta Festival Sep 25-29
This year’s festivities will last five days, but there won’t be a funfair due to the America’s Cup. While the full program for 2024 is yet to be announced, here are some highlights from 2023:
- Opening Speech*: By the Fishermen's Guild at Plaça de la Barceloneta.
- Floral Offering*: At Plaça de Sant Miquel.
- Trabucaires* and *Cercavila del Canó*.
- Sardana Festival*: From the seafront to Carrer de l’Atlàntida, featuring a sardana dance with Cobla Sant Jordi at Plaça Poeta Boscà.
- Seafood Tasting*: By the Fishermen's Guild of Barcelona.
- Night Events*: Including the Sardineta Party, swing night, batucada, concerts, and DJ sets.
- Correfoc*: Torch parade and fire show route through the neighborhood.
- Closing Event*: Laser and music show at Plaça de la Barceloneta.
Stay tuned for the 2024 program details!
Cultural Regatta (America's Cup)
September and October
The Cultural Regatta is a series of activities scheduled alongside the America's Cup sailing competition in Barcelona. It includes cultural, artistic, food, science, and entertainment events, inviting residents to engage with this major global sporting event.
Around sixty entities, institutions, and venues will host over 200 activities before, during, and after the America’s Cup.
September in Barcelona is magical, blending tradition, culture, and modernity. Enjoy festivals, football matches, and vibrant neighborhoods.
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