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The air of spring is blowing in Barcelona. To take advantage of this, many events are held outdoors. Between a festive atmosphere in an atypical setting, entertainment at the Barceloneta, an artisan market, digital creativity and electro music, without forgetting a gourmet break, here’s what to do in Barcelona from April 12 to 14.
Barceloneta Spring Festivals
La Barceloneta has been celebrating since this week. Until May, the district celebrates spring with numerous activities, for all ages and tastes. This 12th edition announces a great program, especially this weekend.
To start the festivities, children and their families are invited to a dance workshop this Friday at 5:30 p.m. Then, it’s time for the Bewis de la Rosa concert at the Barceloneta civic center at 7:30 p.m. Special mention for one spectacle musical this Saturday at 12 p.m., which brings to life women and stories caring for the planet.
More details on the town hall website and the complete program ici.
Price: free
Date: April 9 to May 27
Location: Barceloneta quarter
A bucolic weekend
The charming Flors al Mercat is held this Saturday and Sunday all day, in the Poble-sec district. Every year, it celebrates the arrival of spring, by bringing together stands dedicated to flowers and plants during a large market. Visitors will also be able to enjoy a vegan gastronomic area and games and workshops will be offered for children.
It is also the ideal opportunity to meet Marjolaine and discover the poetic and creative world of her floral workshop. The Frenchwoman will have a stand on which she will share her pretty creations. To find out the dates of its next adult and children’s workshops, go to its page Instagram where she regularly shares upcoming events.
More info on Flowers at the Market on son official site.
Price: 2 euros entry – Free for under 14s
Dates: Saturday April 13 and Sunday April 14
Hours: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Place: Plaça Margarita Xirgu in Poble-sec
Festive atmosphere in the La Monumental arenas
The unmissable Monumental Club has had a new name since the start of the year: Fango. The concept remains the same, that is to say concert sets and DJ sets once a month, within the La Monumental arenas. Several artists will perform this Saturday: Maitia Bizarre, Kiko Veneno, Meneo and Txarly Brown. Between rumba, flamenco, hits, all the sounds will make you dance.
To find out more, visit the official site.
Price: from 15€ – On sale ici.
Date: Saturday April 13
Location: La Monumental arenas
Hours: 4 p.m. to 11 p.m.
And this weekend in Barcelona is also:
Manuel Amoros in Barcelona
Notice to football fans: the Barcelona OM supporters club is bringing Manuel Amoros (82 times French international, 4 times French champion, 1 European Cup) on Thursday evening to the Karamba to discuss and experience the match from 7:45 p.m. . Instagram account info @omfanclub_barcelona
A local artists’ market
Head to the Poblenou district for the Soul Market Bcn. At Espacio 88 this Sunday, it will bring together artists, brands, vintage pieces, clothing, accessories and decoration. This is the perfect opportunity to find some nice finds. Music and gastronomy are also planned. More information on the account Instagram Soul Market Bcn.
A festival of digital creativity and electro music
The Mutek festival celebrates its 15th anniversary. For this occasion, a busy program has been put together from April 9 to 13. Many international artists participate in particular during audiovisual performances at the Antigua Fabrica Estrella Damm. The events are detailed on the site web you festival.
A tapas route
To discover or rediscover Barcelona’s addresses, there’s nothing like a tapas route organized by the Pla de Palau merchants’ association. She takes visitors through the doors of the century-old restaurant 7 Portes, to have a drink on the rooftop of the H10 Port Vell hotel or to delight their taste buds with the Mexican flavors of Oaxaca. At what price ? 6 euros a tapa and a drink. More informations ici.
Cinema with a tribute to Catherine Breillat
As part of the D’A Festival de Cinema de Barcelona, Filmoteca is organizing a cycle dedicated to Catherine Breillat. Legendary films by the French director will be broadcast such as Perfect Love! Friday. Program available on website of the place.
The Westfield Good Festival, for the whole family
The Westfield La Maquinista shopping center is transformed into a festival stage. Between dance, makeup, cooking and ecological workshops, concerts and round tables, there is something for everyone. All free and upon registration. Information about the site web.
