Barcelona in summer is full of people; tourists from everywhere mixed with local people. Barcelona is not a hot as other Spanish cities, but has amazing beaches and lot of activies. Between late May and early September, taking place many outdoors activities and street local parties.
Barcelona combines everything that is most charming about Mediterranean cities – a relaxed place, months of endles sun, activities and good food.
Entertainment:
Sala Montjuic Open Air Cinema
What better way to spend a summer evening then an outdoor movie! In the Montjuic Castle on the top the Montjuic hill in the city. Enjoy panoramic city views before and after the start of one of the films in the venues movie line-up.
Mecal Air
Mecal Air takes place outside the Poble Espanyol Museum and shows films from the Mecal Barcelona International Short and Animation Film Festival. https://mecalbcn.org/
Barceloneta Open Air Cinema
Mediterranean views, sitting on the sand.. good company and a nice film. What else? have a look this year edition: https://www.cinemalliure.com/
Castellers
This catalan tradition is a must see. Locals compete to see who can build the tallest human tower. The formations resemble a pyramid and consist of one to five people on every level and reach as tall as 10 stories. The events take place in plazas all over the city during the summer.
Flamenco Dancing
Get a taste of Spanish culture. Places as Tablao Cordobés, Tarantos o Tablao de Carmen are a good ones to discover this amazing music and dancing.
Holidays:
Festival of Sant Joan
The 24th of June is the summer solstice, and it is welcomed in by what is called the “Nit del Foc”.The beach in Barcelona is crowded by people swiming, drinking and dancing.. a crazy nice party!
Festa Major de Gracia
It the biggest street party of the year! The party goes from August 14th- 21st attracts 1.5 million people every year! Mix of local people with tourist. Amazing party don’t miss it!!!
MUSIC:
Sonar Barcelona
The most important electronic music! it is a MUST!! Website: https://sonar.es/es
Cruilla Barcelona
This three day long music festival features a variety of genres. Website: https://www.cruillabarcelona.com/es/
2015 Barcelona Beach Festival
Looking to party with the some of the best DJ’s in the world? This is the place to be! The event takes place on July 26th at Platja Port Forum in Sant Adria de Besos. Website: https://bcnbeachfestival.com/
2015 Grec Barcelona Summer Festival
The Festival includes events of musical, dance, and theater performances that take place at Teatre Grec. The venue is located on the Montjuic hill and is an outdoor Greek-styled amphitheater. Website: https://lameva.barcelona.cat/grec/en/news/full-grec-15-programme-be-announced-may
Piknic Electronik
Another event that takes place on Montjuic. T Taking place every Sunday June through August, Piknic draws big crowds and we are here to tell you to be one of them! The lineup changes weekly so there is definitely an incentive for repeat Sundays. The event opens at 13:00 and can last until 22:00. Check it : https://piknicelectronik.es/
As you can check plenty of things to do! you will not get bored for sure.
If you stay in our hostel you can always ask to our staff. They will indicate the best places to go, to eat.
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