The local market is a centuries-long tradition and the lifeblood of communities around Barcelona. Year-round markets in each neighbourhood ensure that you never lack the opportunity to purchase fresh produce from local vendors. But the king of all Barcelona markets is the annual Mercat de Mercats, a collaborative effort between the Ajuntament de Barcelona, l’Institut…

Following the huge success of Brunch in the Park throughout the summer, this day-long party, complete with electronic music, international DJs, artisan food trucks, a vintage market and activities for all, is back for four exciting autumn editions, including a spooky Halloween special in Poble Espanyol. The lineup includes some big names on the electronic…

In celebration of 160 years of Moritz, Ronda Sant Antoni will host an aperitif-street party complete with live music, food and beer. Beginning at 11am, partygoers will have ample time to enjoy the specially-priced €1.50 tapas and €1 Moritz, plus taste test a new edition of the beer crafted to mark the occasion. The festivities…

The Assertive Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) Summit is a two-day event that provides a space for successful women to network, collaborate and share their experience. The first day will go from 9am to 6pm and will consist of talks from carefully selected speakers, and the second day is scheduled from 10am to 2pm and will be focused on…

The FICGLB returns for its 16th edition, exploring specific LGBT realities in depth—transgender youth, sexuality between Muslim women, sexual abuse within families and sadomasochism, among others. Over 50 films will be screened coming from Canada, Israel, India, France, Denmark, the US and Mexico, which is this year’s country of honour. The event aims to promote…

La Festa Catalana (Catalan Festival) celebrates Catalan traditions and festivities every Saturday throughout the summer. Situated in Plaça Nova against the impressive backdrop of Barcelona’s gothic cathedral, the festival welcomes visitors to witness human castles (castells), giants (gegants) and folk dancing (sardanes). This colourful festival encourages visitors and residents alike to grasp the rich culture of…

If Friday nights are getting a little bit routine, what better way to shake things up than with a game of ping pong!? Hailing from New York, this trend offers an alternative to hitting the dance floor, and Luz de Gas have brought the craze to Barcelona with #PingPongFriday. Grab a drink and a ping…

The works of classical masters, such as Bach and Mozart, are showcased in this series of music performances at MEAM—a museum exhibiting some of the finest artwork in Barcelona. Located in the Born district, MEAM’s concert hall provides a unique setting in which to enjoy a drink and an evening of live music, and there’s…

Celebrating all things natural, the Organic Festival arrives in Barcelona for two days of workshops, activities and demonstrations dedicated to the art of healthy living. From teaching techniques to balance the body and mind, to offering craniosacral massages and tasting sessions of crudi vegan cuisine, the festival aims to promote a holistic approach to clean…

The recently opened Aqua Body Studio are holding a competition that offers participants the chance to win five free aquabiking classes. Aquabiking entails cycling underwater, and has become increasingly popular due its numerous benefits, such as increased calorie-burning,  toning and sculpting the body, reduced impact and pressure on the joints and more. Aqua Body Studio…