Looking for something to do this week? Gràcia’s Street Festival is upon us!
During the Festa Major de Gràcia, the streets of the Gràcia district are adorned with elaborate and creative decorations. Each street competes to create the most visually stunning and imaginative decoration based on a specific theme. These decorations often include recycled materials, handmade crafts, and various artistic elements. The competition fosters a sense of community and friendly rivalry among the residents.
The festival also features a wide range of activities, including live music performances, traditional Catalan dances, cultural exhibitions, workshops, parades, and various contests. You can find a variety of food stalls offering local cuisine, and there’s often a festive and joyful atmosphere throughout the neighborhood.
One of the highlights of the festival is the Correfoc, a fire run where participants dress up as demons and creatures from Catalan folklore, carrying torches and fireworks, creating a spectacular display of light and sound. Another notable event is the Castells, where human towers are built in a competition of strength, teamwork, and balance.
The Gràcia festival takes place between August 15 and August 21. To get to Gràcia you can take the metro to Fontana. This metro stop will land you right at the heart of Gràcia and from there you can start exploring.
Festa de Gracia app
Don’t forget to download the festa de Gracia app for your smart tone before you start exploring the streets. It’s really well done and provides you with a walkable map of the streets that are decorated. It also offers 360-degree images of street displays from previous years.
You can also use the app to vote from your favourite street!