Date: September 22-25
Location: Barcelona
La Mercè: Barcelona's Festival of Festivals
On September 24th, Barcelona comes alive to celebrate 'La Mercè,' a local public holiday dedicated to the Virgin of La Mercè. She is one of the three co-patron saints of the city, alongside Santa Eulalia and Santa Madrona. The Barcelona Festival of La Mercè stands as the grandest annual 'festa major' in the city.
This remarkable celebration is not merely a singular event but a conglomerate of diverse festivals, collectively representing Barcelona's rich cultural tapestry. From the vibrant La Mercè Street Art Festival to captivating displays of popular culture, and including BAM, Acció Cultura Viva, and the Música Mercè program, this year's festivities offer an astounding array of over five hundred activities. It's a jubilant expression of Barcelona's cultural wealth and a testament to the city's enduring spirit.
Info: https://www.barcelona.cat/lamerce/en
Location: Barcelona
La Mercè: Barcelona's Festival of Festivals
On September 24th, Barcelona comes alive to celebrate 'La Mercè,' a local public holiday dedicated to the Virgin of La Mercè. She is one of the three co-patron saints of the city, alongside Santa Eulalia and Santa Madrona. The Barcelona Festival of La Mercè stands as the grandest annual 'festa major' in the city.
This remarkable celebration is not merely a singular event but a conglomerate of diverse festivals, collectively representing Barcelona's rich cultural tapestry. From the vibrant La Mercè Street Art Festival to captivating displays of popular culture, and including BAM, Acció Cultura Viva, and the Música Mercè program, this year's festivities offer an astounding array of over five hundred activities. It's a jubilant expression of Barcelona's cultural wealth and a testament to the city's enduring spirit.
Info: https://www.barcelona.cat/lamerce/en