Carnival week opens with Dijous Gras, the city's eating day, and closes on Ash Wednesday. Between them come the Arribo of King Carnestoltes, neighbourhood rues and the orange-throwing Taronjada.
Dates and details checked September 24, 2026 by Elliot Marsh against the organiser's site.
Hotels in Barcelona around 4 to 10 February 2027, dates pre-filled. Prices and availability open on the partner site.
Carnaval de Barcelona runs 4 to 10 February. These are the food tours and tastings in Barcelona to book for the days around it; most cancel free up to 24 hours ahead.
Guided tour · 3 hours
Food Lover Tour Explores Barcelona the local way, after dark, one bar at a time. This evening tapas crawl is all about great food and the stories behind the bars where...
Private tour · 5 hours
Combine a visit to the Sagrada Familia with a full tasting of the best Spanish gastronomy, paired with traditional drinks from the region. Enjoy skip-the-line entrance...
3 hours
Immerse yourself in Barcelona’s first Nordic gastronomic spa, an immersive journey of eucalyptus steam rituals, herbal scrubs and hot & cold contrasts, ending with cur...
11 May 2027
Fira de Sant Ponc
Honey, jams and candied fruit
23-24 Jun 2027
Nit de Sant Joan
Coca de Sant Joan and cava
1-2 Nov
Tots Sants and the Castanyada
Panellets, chestnuts and sweet potato
3 Mar 2027
Sant Medir
Caramels and llaminadures
25-27 Sep 2027
Terra i Gust
Catalan local and organic cooking
16-18 Oct
Mercat de Mercats
Catalan market produce
