10 Things to Do in Barcelona in Spring

Spring is many people's favorite time of the year. And no wonder, the warmer temperatures begin and there is a greater offer of outdoor activities.

There are many options for what to see and do in Barcelona. But in the spring, Barcelona hosts a wide variety of events in order to welcome this beautiful time of the year. Here is the best guide for your vacations in the city.

Religious dates are very important in Barcelona, and in Spain in general. No matter what religion you are, knowing this kind of celebrations is essential to get into the culture of the city, and the best, everyone is invited to celebrate and have fun.

The traditions of Holy Week are several, but the most important are the processions. On Palm Sunday, the faithful take palm leaves and gather in the procession of La Burreta, which goes through the center of Barcelona simulating the entrance of Jesus into the city of Jerusalem. This procession starts in the morning, in the parish of Sant Agustí, and is a characteristic plan of the city of Barcelona during your spring visit.

Another of the processions that I recommend to be part of is that of Good Friday, which takes place between the Gothic Quarter and the Ramblas of Barcelona, in the tourist center of the city.

Finally, do not forget to give an Easter monkey to complete your Easter celebration in authentic Barcelona style.

• When: Easter, varies according to the year.
• Where: Barcelona
• Price: free

Girona Temps de Flors is a festival where flower displays are exhibited in different monuments, historic buildings, courtyards and gardens throughout the city of Girona. Thousands of tourists visit the city every year to be part of this event, which fills the streets with color and perfume in the middle of spring.

This festival takes place the first days of May and is well worth a visit to see what it is all about. It is completely free and outdoors, which makes it even more attractive.

Girona is a city in the province of Catalonia, just 100 kilometers from the city of Barcelona. If you are thinking about how to get to the city of Girona you can consult our article with all the indications; or you can simply hire a guided tour from Barcelona, the best option for your vacation. This will allow you to enjoy your visit to the fullest and without worries.

I recommend you to explore the small streets of the Jewish quarter of the Call and visit the cathedral of Santa Maria, the great stars of Girona.

• When: first days of May
• Where: Girona, Catalonia.
• Price: free

The second weekend of April, those fans of comics and humor have their place in the city of Barcelona. This event has been held since 1981, and since then, thousands of visitors come to the city in spring to enjoy the meeting.

The Saló del Cómic is one of the most important events in the world of comics, and has the visit of renowned cartoonists, art workshops, raffles, exhibitions and much more.

The general admission is around 10 € and you can get it both online and at the box office at the Fira de Montjuic.

• When: second weekend of April
• Where: Fira Montjuic, Barcelona.
• Price: 10€.

Sant Jordi is one of the most anticipated dates in the calendar of celebrations in Barcelona. April 23rd is the International Book Day, but it also coincides with the day of the patron saint of the province of Catalonia. Two great reasons that gave rise to such a special day.

During the celebration of Sant Jordi, the streets are very crowded and the atmosphere is very lively. The tradition is to give a rose and a book to someone you love, so you will find stalls with books and roses on every corner. You will see many people carrying their flowers all over the city while taking a stroll on Sant Jordi's Day.

If you plan to visit Barcelona in spring, you can enjoy this day where flowers, literature and joy are the protagonists. And I assure you that it will be one of the things you will not forget from your time in Barcelona.

Do not forget to stop by Casa Batlló, as its facade is adorned with hundreds of roses and becomes one of the most photographed spots of the day.

• When: April 23rd
• Where: Barcelona, Catalonia.
• Price: free

On April 27 is the turn to commemorate the patron saint of Catalonia. If you are traveling in Barcelona in spring for this date, it is a special day for you to make a visit to the particular mountains of Montserrat.

Montserrat is a natural park known for its beautiful hiking trails and the Monastery that houses in the middle of its mountains. The Virgin of Montserrat is also well known as she has the particularity of being dark-skinned, and thousands of faithful come every year to ask her intentions and visit her great sanctuary.

Getting to the Abbey of Monserrat is very easy, and it is very close to the city of Barcelona. You can book a guided tour, the best option to make the most of your visit.

• When: April 27th
• Where: Monserrat, Catalonia.
• Price: free

The night of Sant Joan is celebrated in a big way in Barcelona and the city is filled with festivals, bonfires and fires.

The night of June 23-24 is the shortest of the year, and the Catalans say goodbye to spring to welcome the summer with good energy and a great ritual.

La Flama del Canigó is the most deeply rooted tradition in the city. If you go to Sant Jaume square, you will see a big bonfire lit. From there, the fire will be taken to light all the other bonfires distributed throughout the city of Barcelona. It would be like that "mother bonfire" where all the other bonfires will be lit.

Many popular dinners are held in the different neighborhoods and the city is filled with music in every corner.

The night is crowned with fireworks on the different beaches at midnight, which will be as crowded as you have possibly never seen before.

Be sure to try the delicious cocas de Sant Joan, a typical sweet of this celebration, which is always accompanied with a good glass of cava. Cheers!

• When: June 23rd
• Where: Barcelona, Catalonia.
• Price: free

La Nit dels Museus, as its name suggests in Catalan, is an open day for all municipal and private museums in the city of Barcelona.

It takes place on the Saturday night closest to May 18, which is International Museum Day, and is an ideal plan for a spring night in the city.

The day starts at 7 pm and you can enter for free until around 1 am, so I recommend you think in advance which museums you are interested in and plan a tour based on that. You can check out my article on the best museums in Barcelona to get a general idea.

In fact, there are certain rooms and exhibitions that you can only access on this night, which makes it a very special day. Are you going to miss it?

If you are not lucky enough to be in the city for this date, don't be discouraged. The Barcelona Museum Pass is a pass designed for those who want to visit several museums in the city with significant discounts.

• When: Saturday closest to May 18th.
• Where: Barcelona, Catalunya.
• Price: free

Barcelona is one of the great cities for those who love music festivals.

SonarBarcelona is a renowned event that takes place on the third weekend of June, and that many people look forward to throughout the year. It is three days of pure electronic music and great artists.

It is a date of such magnitude that it is divided into two events: Sónar by Day and Sónar by Night, but you can buy your ticket for the part you like the most. Tickets start at 35€ for a single night, and you can buy tickets for different days and parts of the event.

It is a festival that travels to different cities, including Berlin or New York, so if you are traveling through Barcelona and have the opportunity to attend, you can not miss the opportunity.

• When: Third weekend of June
• Where: Barcelona, Catalunya.
• Price: from 35€.

The customs and folklore of a place have very diverse origins. And totally curious ones too.

This tradition takes place in Barcelona, and attracts both locals and tourists who want to see what it's all about for themselves.

L'ou Com Balla or, in Spanish, "How the egg dances", consists precisely in making an egg "dance" strategically placed in the fountains of the fountains in the different courtyards or gardens of the city. The fountains are specially decorated for this great occasion.

Unfortunately I will reveal the secret, because to make the egg does not fall, simply put the whole shell of an empty egg inside.

If you are traveling in Barcelona in spring and you feel like being part of this celebration, you can attend the Barcelona Cathedral, the Frederic Marès Museum, the Maritime Museumand the Reial Monestir de Santa Maria de Pedralbes.

This day takes place in mid-June and your participation is totally free, don't forget to bring your camera!

• When: mid June
• Where: Barcelona, Catalunya.
• Price: free

Primavera Sound takes place in the city of Barcelona since 2001 and since then it has been a success.

At the end of May, this music festival takes place in the Parc del Forum in Barcelona. Here you can enjoy performers from the rock, pop and electronic music genres, all gathered at the same party.

In fact, it is such an inclusive festival that it allows both established artists and up-and-coming musical legends to showcase their art.

The event is divided into two different weekends, and you can buy your ticket for one of them, or a pass for both. If you want to go only one day tickets start at 100€. Remember to book in advance as Primavera Sound is one of the most crowded events in Barcelona.

• When: end of May
• Where: Barcelona, Catalonia.
• Price: from 100€.

The spring weather in Barcelona is one of the most pleasant we can find in the city. Temperatures range from a high of 15ºC in March to a high of 25ºC in June.

It is true that there are still some cool days, but you don't have to carry that winter coat with you everywhere you go. Rains are frequent in the months of March and April, and after this period there are plenty of sunny days. In fact, some brave people are already taking their first swims on Barcelona's beaches.

Barcelona is a city that lends itself to spending days outdoors. So spring is a very convenient time to visit the city. You will be able to take advantage of its parks and terraces distributed throughout the city.