Event Dates
From: Tuesday, August 15, 2023
To: Monday, August 21, 2023
Each year in August, the streets of the Gràcia district in Barcelona come alive during a week-long fiesta
Each year in August, the streets of the Gràcia district in Barcelona come alive during a week-long fiesta which transforms the barrio into a sea of colour, fireworks and fun.
- Are you visiting Barcelona during the Gràcia festival? Stay close by at the Hotel Well & Come, rated “Fabulous” by guests with a rooftop terrace and swimming pool with city views.
The Festival
- La Fiesta de Gràcia is one of the most anticipated Summer Festivals in the Catalan Capital and marks the height of Summer in the busy district of Gracia.
- Gracia is located in uptown Barcelona and is famous for its bohemian vibe, bustling squares and vibrant cafes and bars.
- Each street competes to be the “best decorated” in the district, resulting in some spectacular and outrageous designs. The fierce competition, the designs innovative and instantly instaggrammable, making the festival even more popular over the past decade.
- Streets are covered by themed canopies of colourful decorations and creativity.
- Enjoy live concerts and shows throughout the fiesta, with local and international acts performing across the neighbourhood.
- The Human Towers of “Castellers” are also q spectacular sight.
- Don’t miss the “Correfoc” or fire run on the festival’s final day, an utterly crazy parade of fire with little regard to health and safety procedures (the event is protected as part of a festival of National Interest).
- The festival is free and open to the public and attracts thousands of visitors daily.
Getting to the Festival
- Festa Major de Gracia takes over the entire area or “barrio”. The easiest way to reach Gràcia is by metro via the Fontana stop. (Green Line L3).
- The barrio is a 13-minute car ride or a 30-minute walk through the streets of Barcelona from the gay district of Eixample.
- Stay just a short walk from the festival at the Occidental Diagonal, rated “Fabulous” by guests with spacious rooms, a modern gym, a wide variety of breakfast options and perfect location.
About Gràcia
- Although just one stop from Barcelona’s fashionable Passeig de Gràcia, the neighbourhood of Gràcia feels completely different, with a real Mediterranean vibe.
- The district was an independent town until the late 19th century. The community has remained small and distinct, even after all these years.
- Popular with artists and famed for its bohemian atmosphere, the district’s famous Plaça del Sol is lined with terrace cafes busy from early afternoon until late evening.
Where to stay in Barcelona
Here are the hotels we recommend that have good reviews and keep you close to all the action
Where to stay close to all the gay bars
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
The ME Hotel Barcelona
is our preferred hotel in the city.
For further information and advice on
Festa Major de Gràcia Website
The gay district of Barcelona is located in the city’s Eixample district, known locally as “Gaixample”. Here you will find most of the gay bars, clubs and restaurants. It is quite compact and easy to navigate. There are also lots of hotels and apartments available in this area.
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We have chosen hotels in Barcelona that keep you close to all the shops, restaurants & bars
Hotel El Palace Barcelona is located in Eixample District, close to the Ramblas, the main shopping area and Barcelona’s main tourist attractions. It offers a Mayan-style luxury spa. A limousine service with a chauffeur is available on request. Stylish air-conditioned rooms with classic decor, satellite TV, desk, minibar and a private bathroom
Featuring a rooftop terrace with a bar and chill-out pool, H10 Metropolitan is located in Barcelona, 90 m from Plaça Catalunya. It offers a tapas restaurant and free WiFi. Each room has a flat-screen satellite TV, air conditioning, coffee machine and a minibar. The private bathroom comes with a hairdryer and bathrobes.
Hotel Catalonia Plaza Cataluña offers an outdoor pool and stylish, air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi and satellite TV. It is housed in a Modernist building 50 m from Barcelona’s Plaza Catalunya. The hotel serves a continental buffet breakfast with show cooking and it includes a wide variety of regional products and home-made cakes.
The Cram Hotel is located in a building that dates back to 1892 and features a modernist façade, and a modern, elegant interior. Rooms boast advanced lighting and access control technology. The air-conditioned rooms a private bathroom with a hairdryer. Rooms feature beds by Treca de Paris, and elegant curtains by Gastón y Daniela.
Highlights of the unique festival in Barcelona
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We have chosen hotels in Barcelona that keep you close to all the shops, restaurants & bars
A restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a poolside bar, and a snack bar/deli are onsite. All 255 soundproofed rooms feature free WiFi and 24-hour room service
A restaurant, a 24-hour fitness center, and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a rooftop terrace, coffee/tea in a common area, and spa services. All 211 soundproofed rooms feature WiFi & pillowtop beds
A full-service spa, a restaurant, and a fitness center are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a poolside bar, and a coffee shop/café are onsite. All 275 soundproofed rooms feature free WiFi and 24-hour room service.
Along with a 24-hour fitness center, this smoke-free hotel has a bar/lounge and a poolside bar. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a rooftop terrace, a 24-hour business center, and self parking. All 126 soundproofed rooms feature free WiFi and minibars.