The best music festivals in Barcelona

Barcelona is getting ready to offer all music lovers a wide selection of festivals and concerts. Below, we select some of the most outstanding proposals for this summer, so you can enjoy unforgettable experiences and so you do not miss any of the musical magic this city has to offer.  

From BusPlana, we put at your disposal our regular lines, so you can attend all these shows and enjoy them to the fullest. You can check all the schedules on our website.  

The most expected of 2024  

Barcelona Rock Fest  

You can already hear the guitars tuning up in Barcelona, as the expected Rock Festival returns on the 5th, 6th and 7th of July, with the same force as always, to meet its eighth edition delighting all rock lovers. For three days, this legendary musical experience will bring us great rock icons such as Deep Purple, Europe, Michael Schenker, Blind Guardian and Stratovarius, and will also open the way for new generations of artists such as Parkway Drive and The Warning, among many more proposals that promise not to go unnoticed. Over the years, this festival has earned its place as a reference for both national and international audiences, becoming an essential date for this July.  

Vida Festival in Vilanova i la Geltrú  

For all those who fancy a party getaway on Costa Brava, we present the Vida Festival, a proposal designed to take culture beyond the typical urban environments, being implanted in a natural environment that makes this festival a magical place to enjoy music and a dreamlike atmosphere. It is held this week, from the 4th to the 6th of July, in Vilanova i la Geltrú.  

In addition, with its musical offer with artists such as Los Planetas, Alizzz, Silvia Pérez Cruz and James Black heading the list, there will be no room for boredom. As if all this were not enough, the Vida Festival also has a campsite in Vilanova Park, where you can have your moment to rest and connect with nature.  

Cruïlla  

This year, the Cruïlla festival is coming on strong. From July 10 to 13, this festival returns for another year to continue creating unforgettable experiences. This event aims to guarantee a complete experience, being a fantastic opportunity for all those seeking to listen to different musical styles.   

But this great festival is not only limited to concerts, but also brings different proposals such as performances and comedy shows. Among its long list of exciting performances, there are names that have already captivated fans, such as Avril Lavigne, Trueno, The Smashing Pumpkins, The Tyets, Amaral and Oques Grasses, among many other great artists. 

Alma Festival Jardins Pedralbes  

The Alma Festival Jardins Pedralbes is an event recognized as one of the most important in Barcelona, and returns, until the 21st of July, to bring live music to a completely spectacular setting. One of the characteristics for which this festival becomes the first choice for many, is for its musical diversity and its great ability to bring high quality artists, such as Anastacia, Zahara, M-Clan or Guitarricadelafuente.    

In addition to its spectacular performances, the Alma Festival has a wide variety of activities for you to enjoy, such as art exhibitions and literary events. Also, if you need to recharge your batteries after so much entertainment, you can also enjoy its multiple gastronomic options; and, for those who prefer a more exclusive experience, the festival will have a VIP area.  

Les Nits de Barcelona  

Les Nits de Barcelona 2024 will take place until the 25th of July, in the beautiful gardens of the Pedralbes Palace. It offers an extensive program of thirty performances, as well as a wide range of restaurant proposals, among which you can find some of these popular names of Barcelona cuisine, such as Deleito, Kao, Casa Pepe, Camarasa, Nomo, Sauleda and Cal Blay Food Lovers.   

Throughout this event, well-known names such as Luis Fonsi, Juanes, Vanesa Martín and El Kanka, among others, will be on stage. With its musical proposal, in addition to its gastronomic spaces, this event will offer an unforgettable night.   

Candlelight Barcelona  

Candlelight renews the agenda of spectacular concerts by candlelight. With its cozy atmosphere, it produces a unique and particular sensation of this show.   

By expanding its programming, new tributes arrive with a variety of musical genres, such as, for example, the tribute to Queen and its wide variety of songs, such as "Somebody To Love", "Another One Bites The Dust" and "I Want To Break Free"; as well as the tribute to Ludovico or ABBA. Don’t hesitate and live a magical experience in an unconventional setting, so representative of Candlelight.    

Reggaeton Beach Festival  

To leave no musical taste behind, we bring you the Reggaeton Beach Festival, an event that brings us Latin music and lots of dancing. With a new location at the Circuit de Barcelona, this 20th and 21st of July, get ready to enjoy the singers who are having success in the urban music genre.   

Within its long list of artists that arrive with all the energy, we can find Latin pop stars such as Anuel AA, Justin Quiles, El Alfa, Chimbala and Maria Becerra, among others.   

On the other hand, this festival will have areas for water activities, attractions and play zones; in addition to its great gastronomic space, where you can taste a wide selection of global flavors, with vegan and gluten-free options.  

As we have seen, at this time of the year, Barcelona becomes a great place to go to festivals and concerts. With a wide variety of musical styles, you can enjoy quality music and the beauty of this city and its surroundings. We remind you that on the BusPlana website, we offer all the schedules of our regular lines, so you can move to all these events.