Top festivals in Barcelona this summer 2014
As always, there’s plenty going on in Barcelona this summer. The festivals are plentiful and diverse in this vibrant Spanish city. If you are staying in reasonable proximity to the Catalan capital then designating a day or two to become acquainted with the magnificent architecture, fabulous restaurants and quirky festivals will undoubtedly be a holiday highlight.
Take a look at four great festivals in Barcelona this summer 2014.
Sonar festival
The Sonar festival is principally an electronic music festival which is constantly recognised as one of the great European musical events. Massive Attack will headline this year’s extravaganza. There will also be performances by James Holden, Jon Hopkins, Woodkid and I Am Legion, among others. The festival takes place over the three days from June 12 -14, 2014.
Sant Joan
With bonfires and fire crackers banging and crackling all over town, the night of June 23 will seem like a Guy Fawkes has come early on the streets of Barcelona. Revellers enjoy a heady mix of sparkling Cava and thumping music as they head to the beach and party until dawn.
Grec
The festival of Grec is named after a Greek amphitheatre. With dazzling acts uniting from all over the world, Grec is Spain’s largest multi-cultural festival. Dance, circus, theatre and music can be seen with artists coming from as far away as Australia to join in the revelry. This leading music festival in Barcelona is held throughout July.
Barcelona Harley Days
Harley Davidson of America hold their largest European festival in Barcelona. From July 4 – 6, 2014, great motor cycles will on display in the Catalan capital by the legendary company. On America’s Day of Independence enthusiastic Harley Davidson fans will ascend on Barcelona for this incredible festival. Asides the exhilarating throaty roar of a throng of Harley Davidson engines, live bands supply the sounds.
Every day is fiesta time in the intoxicating and cosmopolitan city of Barcelona but if you want to experience the city at its liveliest, these four festivals would be a good place to start.