This week · 2026-10-15 → 18

This week

Four days of culture, music and good plans in Barcelona.

This week’s picks

film · festival · culture

Sitges – Festival Internacional de Cine Fantástico de Cataluña 2026

Diversas salas y espacios de Sitges · Desde 9 €
FIT 7.7/10

The 59th edition of the international fantasy-film festival runs from 8 to 18 October 2026, with programming at Cinema Casino Prado, Cinema Escorxador, Mercat Vell and other Sitges venues.

Especially worth it becauseThe day trip pays off for a distinctive genre-film atmosphere, multiple venues and the chance to build a full Sitges cinema itinerary.
View official event ↗
local_festival · traditional_culture · music · theatre · social

Festa Major de Caldes de Montbui 2026

Diversos espacios de Caldes de Montbui
FIT 7.5/10

Festa Major and Capvuitada running 8–18 October 2026, with almost one hundred activities spanning concerts, theatre, dance, shows, folk culture, cercaviles, exhibitions and community events.

Especially worth it becauseIt earns a day trip through sheer range: concerts, street traditions, exhibitions and community events let you shape the kind of festive day you want.
View official event ↗
food · market · festival · music

15a Fira Mercat de Mercats 2026

11:00 · 22:00 · Plaça de les Glòries Catalanes, entre els Encants i el DHub · Entrada libre; productos y consumiciones de pago
FIT 8.9/10

Food fair running 16–18 October, bringing together 19 traders from 11 municipal markets, restaurateurs and regional producers, more than 60 activities, live music and Korean cooking from guest province Jeonbuk. Published hours are 11:00–22:00 on Friday and Saturday, and 11:00–21:00 on Sunday.

Especially worth it becauseIt is worth heading out for a food-led city outing with live music, a broad programme and plenty of reasons to linger around Glòries.
View official event ↗
market · fashion · social

La Petite Parade Vintage Market

12:00 · 20:00 · La Petite Parade · el Born · Entrada gratuita
FIT 7.7/10

A vintage market featuring 1980s, 1990s and Y2K clothing alongside upcycled pieces, running Friday 16 through Sunday 18 October from 12:00 to 20:00 in El Born.

Especially worth it becauseIt is an easy, photogenic weekend detour for vintage lovers, with nostalgia, upcycling and the freedom to drop in across three days.
View official event ↗
film · festival · culture

Sitges – Festival Internacional de Cine Fantástico de Cataluña 2026

Diversas salas y espacios de Sitges · Desde 9 €
FIT 7.7/10

The 59th edition of the international fantasy-film festival runs from 8 to 18 October 2026, with programming at Cinema Casino Prado, Cinema Escorxador, Mercat Vell and other Sitges venues.

Especially worth it becauseThe day trip pays off for a distinctive genre-film atmosphere, multiple venues and the chance to build a full Sitges cinema itinerary.
View official event ↗
music · concert · traditional_culture

El Pony Pisador

20:00 · 22:00 · Sala de Festes La Paloma · el Raval · 18 € más gastos de gestión
FIT 7.5/10

A Directes Estrella Damm 150 concert led by El Pony Pisador, joined by Catalan-song and folk guests including Alosa, Les Anxovetes, Balkan Paradise Orchestra, Germà Negre, Joan Garriga, Magalí Sare and Mar Pujol.

Especially worth it becauseIt is a strong night out for a concentrated Catalan folk bill, with El Pony Pisador and an unusually generous guest line-up in a characterful venue.
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local_festival · traditional_culture · music · theatre · social

Festa Major de Caldes de Montbui 2026

Diversos espacios de Caldes de Montbui
FIT 7.5/10

Festa Major and Capvuitada running 8–18 October 2026, with almost one hundred activities spanning concerts, theatre, dance, shows, folk culture, cercaviles, exhibitions and community events.

Especially worth it becauseIt earns a day trip through sheer range: concerts, street traditions, exhibitions and community events let you shape the kind of festive day you want.
View official event ↗
music · concert

Hällas and Komodor

Sala Upload
FIT 7.0/10

Songkick lists Hällas and Komodor performing on 16 October at Sala Upload in Barcelona.

Especially worth it becauseIt is a good reason to leave home for a compact rock bill in a club setting, where live discovery matters more than spectacle.
music · concert

Michel Camilo Trio with Ricky Rodríguez and Antonio Sánchez

21:00 · Palau de la Música Catalana · Sant Pere, Santa Caterina i la Ribera · 32–68 €
FIT 7.0/10

Michel Camilo, Ricky Rodríguez and Antonio Sánchez perform in the Palau de la Música concert hall as part of the 58th Barcelona Jazz Festival.

Especially worth it becauseThe ticket buys more than a concert: a heavyweight jazz trio in one of Barcelona's most distinctive concert halls makes the setting part of the evening.
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food · market · festival · music

15a Fira Mercat de Mercats 2026

11:00 · 22:00 · Plaça de les Glòries Catalanes, entre els Encants i el DHub · Entrada libre; productos y consumiciones de pago
FIT 8.9/10

Food fair running 16–18 October, bringing together 19 traders from 11 municipal markets, restaurateurs and regional producers, more than 60 activities, live music and Korean cooking from guest province Jeonbuk. Published hours are 11:00–22:00 on Friday and Saturday, and 11:00–21:00 on Sunday.

Especially worth it becauseIt is worth heading out for a food-led city outing with live music, a broad programme and plenty of reasons to linger around Glòries.
View official event ↗
traditional_culture · social · music · language

Correllengua 2026 de Sants, Hostafrancs i la Bordeta

10:00 · 24:00 · Rambla de Sants y Jardins de la Rambla de Sants · Sants · Entrada libre; comida opcional 15 €
FIT 8.4/10

A playful, participatory day devoted to Catalan language and culture, with a traca by Diables and Tabalers, a human-tower workshop, recitals, a choir, children's activities, folk performances and a midnight finale.

Especially worth it becauseThe outing pays off through a genuinely local programme where drums, folk traditions and hands-on activities create an easy social afternoon.
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festival · social · market · music · food · workshops

15.º Festival de Economía Solidaria de Cataluña (FESC 26)

10:30 · 21:00 · Parc de l'Estació del Nord · el Fort Pienc · Entrada gratuita
FIT 8.4/10

Solidarity-economy festival with music, a market, workshops, games, performances and food. Saturday runs 10:30–21:00, while Sunday runs 10:30–16:00.

Especially worth it becauseA free daytime format makes this a worthwhile social plan: browse, eat, hear live performances and join activities without committing to a formal show.
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music · festival · concert

Soundhood SON Estrella Galicia Barcelona

17:00 · Diversas salas de Barcelona · 31,15–34,27 €
FIT 8.2/10

A Saturday 17 October concert route across Salas Pardo, Discos Redondos, Peluquería Wit, Paral·lel Club and Paral·lel 62, with the published line-up including Joia, Carlota Flâneur, Mandy, Indiana, Honeyglaze and Fat Dog.

Especially worth it becauseIt earns the trip with a city-wide live music crawl: several venues and a strong alternative-leaning line-up make discovery part of the night.
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market · social · food

Flea Market Gavà

11:00 · 19:00 · Rambla Maria Casas, Parc de Torre Lluc y Plaça J. M. Batista i Roca · Entrada gratuita
FIT 8.1/10

Open-air second-hand market with more than 200 stalls. The Saturday 17 October edition spreads across several Gavà locations, with DJs and food trucks.

Especially worth it becauseThe trip is worthwhile for a substantial browse through second-hand finds, with DJs and food trucks keeping the open-air route lively.
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market · fashion · social

La Petite Parade Vintage Market

12:00 · 20:00 · La Petite Parade · el Born · Entrada gratuita
FIT 7.7/10

A vintage market featuring 1980s, 1990s and Y2K clothing alongside upcycled pieces, running Friday 16 through Sunday 18 October from 12:00 to 20:00 in El Born.

Especially worth it becauseIt is an easy, photogenic weekend detour for vintage lovers, with nostalgia, upcycling and the freedom to drop in across three days.
View official event ↗
film · festival · culture

Sitges – Festival Internacional de Cine Fantástico de Cataluña 2026

Diversas salas y espacios de Sitges · Desde 9 €
FIT 7.7/10

The 59th edition of the international fantasy-film festival runs from 8 to 18 October 2026, with programming at Cinema Casino Prado, Cinema Escorxador, Mercat Vell and other Sitges venues.

Especially worth it becauseThe day trip pays off for a distinctive genre-film atmosphere, multiple venues and the chance to build a full Sitges cinema itinerary.
View official event ↗
local_festival · traditional_culture · music · theatre · social

Festa Major de Caldes de Montbui 2026

Diversos espacios de Caldes de Montbui
FIT 7.5/10

Festa Major and Capvuitada running 8–18 October 2026, with almost one hundred activities spanning concerts, theatre, dance, shows, folk culture, cercaviles, exhibitions and community events.

Especially worth it becauseIt earns a day trip through sheer range: concerts, street traditions, exhibitions and community events let you shape the kind of festive day you want.
View official event ↗
food · market · festival · music

15a Fira Mercat de Mercats 2026

11:00 · 22:00 · Plaça de les Glòries Catalanes, entre els Encants i el DHub · Entrada libre; productos y consumiciones de pago
FIT 8.9/10

Food fair running 16–18 October, bringing together 19 traders from 11 municipal markets, restaurateurs and regional producers, more than 60 activities, live music and Korean cooking from guest province Jeonbuk. Published hours are 11:00–22:00 on Friday and Saturday, and 11:00–21:00 on Sunday.

Especially worth it becauseIt is worth heading out for a food-led city outing with live music, a broad programme and plenty of reasons to linger around Glòries.
View official event ↗
festival · social · market · music · food · workshops

15.º Festival de Economía Solidaria de Cataluña (FESC 26)

10:30 · 21:00 · Parc de l'Estació del Nord · el Fort Pienc · Entrada gratuita
FIT 8.4/10

Solidarity-economy festival with music, a market, workshops, games, performances and food. Saturday runs 10:30–21:00, while Sunday runs 10:30–16:00.

Especially worth it becauseA free daytime format makes this a worthwhile social plan: browse, eat, hear live performances and join activities without committing to a formal show.
View official event ↗
traditional_culture · social

XXXIV Diada dels Castellers de Sants

11:30 · Plaça de Bonet i Muixí · Sants · Entrada libre
FIT 8.2/10

A human-tower gathering featuring Capgrossos de Mataró, Castellers de Sants and Minyons de Terrassa, scheduled for Sunday 18 October at 11:30.

Especially worth it becauseGo for a vivid, communal slice of Catalan culture: three colles bring the suspense and visual scale of castells to a free Sunday morning.
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market · fashion · social

Los 22 del Market

11:00 · 19:00 · Soulivre · el Poblenou · 1 € en taquilla
FIT 7.9/10

Soulivre hosts a vintage and pre-owned clothing pop-up on Sunday 18 October, open from 11:00 to 19:00.

Especially worth it becauseA small, low-commitment fashion stop is worth it for anyone who enjoys hunting distinctive pieces at a relaxed Sunday pace.
View official event ↗
market · fashion · social

La Petite Parade Vintage Market

12:00 · 20:00 · La Petite Parade · el Born · Entrada gratuita
FIT 7.7/10

A vintage market featuring 1980s, 1990s and Y2K clothing alongside upcycled pieces, running Friday 16 through Sunday 18 October from 12:00 to 20:00 in El Born.

Especially worth it becauseIt is an easy, photogenic weekend detour for vintage lovers, with nostalgia, upcycling and the freedom to drop in across three days.
View official event ↗
film · festival · culture

Sitges – Festival Internacional de Cine Fantástico de Cataluña 2026

Diversas salas y espacios de Sitges · Desde 9 €
FIT 7.7/10

The 59th edition of the international fantasy-film festival runs from 8 to 18 October 2026, with programming at Cinema Casino Prado, Cinema Escorxador, Mercat Vell and other Sitges venues.

Especially worth it becauseThe day trip pays off for a distinctive genre-film atmosphere, multiple venues and the chance to build a full Sitges cinema itinerary.
View official event ↗
market · fashion · social · food

Viva Vintage a la Fresca

11:00 · 19:00 · Parroquia Sant Fèlix Africà · Vila Olímpica del Poblenou
FIT 7.6/10

Sunday 18 October's vintage market runs 11:00–19:00 with around 50 stalls, DJ sets, food and Kendama and Tooth Gems activities.

Especially worth it becauseIt is worth the outing for a relaxed mix of vintage browsing, DJs, food and playful side activities that gives the market a social pulse.
View official event ↗
local_festival · traditional_culture · music · theatre · social

Festa Major de Caldes de Montbui 2026

Diversos espacios de Caldes de Montbui
FIT 7.5/10

Festa Major and Capvuitada running 8–18 October 2026, with almost one hundred activities spanning concerts, theatre, dance, shows, folk culture, cercaviles, exhibitions and community events.

Especially worth it becauseIt earns a day trip through sheer range: concerts, street traditions, exhibitions and community events let you shape the kind of festive day you want.
View official event ↗
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