What to do in Barcelona in August 2025?
Festivals and cultural events in August 2025
In August 2025, Barcelona offers a rich calendar of events, including: the Sala Montjuïc and Brunch Electronik festivals, the Gràcia festivities, the magic fountains, and nighttime bus tours of Barcelona.
Barcelona Agenda August 2025
Sala Montjuïc Festival until August 6, 2025
Sala Montjuïc is an open-air cinema festival under the stars, combining films, live music, and picnics in the unique setting of Montjuïc Castle. As always, a great lineup for those who missed this year's major releases or some cinematic classics.
Each evening starts with a concert followed by a movie screening. Here’s a preview of the schedule:
- Friday 01/08: Forrest Gump + Rocio Faks Band
- Saturday 02/08: Emilia Pérez + Ceiba
- Wednesday 06/08: Surprise Film + Quartet Tojaki
Each night begins with a concert at 8:45 PM, followed by the film screening at 10:00 PM.
> Standard ticket: €7.50
>>Tickets must be purchased in advance online at Sala Montjuïc
Brunch Electronik Festival from August 7 to 10, 2025
The Brunch Electronik Festival 2025 will take place in Barcelona from August 7 to 10, featuring over 90 artists like Nina Kraviz, Maceo Plex, Róisín Murphy, and Maribou State.
Concerts will be held at Poble Espanyol and Parc del Fòrum, with afterparties in various clubs.
>> Tickets from €29.90, 2-day passes from €109.90, available at brunchelectronikfestival.com.
Festes de Gràcia from August 15 to 21, 2025
The Festa Major de Gràcia 2025 will take place from Friday, August 15 to Thursday, August 21, 2025, as every year. This iconic neighborhood festival is famous for its richly decorated streets, outdoor concerts, Catalan traditions, and festive atmosphere.
- August 14: Opening speech (pregó)
- August 15–21: Main festivities with decorated streets, concerts, shows, and family-friendly activities
- August 19: Diada Castellera with the famous human towers (castellers)
- August 21: Correfoc (fire run parade) at 9:30 PM from Plaça Trilla
Festes de Sants from August 23 to 31, 2025
Festes de Sants is a neighborhood festival celebrated right after Festes de Gràcia, where the streets of Sants come alive with colorful decorations, concerts, community activities, traditional contests, and performances. It's a vibrant celebration of Catalan culture and community spirit.
Flamenco Shows at Los Tarantos: all through August
Los Tarantos, the oldest flamenco venue in Barcelona, located on Plaça Reial, offers a wide variety of performances daily showcasing different flamenco styles.
You can choose between show-only or show with tapas options.
Scheduled shows for August 2025:
- August 1–6: Flamenco Gitano
- August 7–13: Flamenco a Mares
- August 14–20: Soniquete Catalan
- August 21–27: Alma Flamenca
- August 28–31: Ritmo Andaluz
>> Los Tarantos
Barcelona by Night: Tourist Bus Tour (until September 11, 2025)
Discover the beauty of Barcelona’s landmarks by night.
> 1 hour 40 minutes round trip in an open-top double-decker bus
> Guided night tour of Barcelona
> Free Wi-Fi access
> Departure and return from "Plaça de Catalunya"
>> Get your tickets for the night bus tour
Madame Butterfly at Palau de la Música Catalana (in July and September 2025)
The opera Madame Butterfly by Giacomo Puccini will be performed at the Palau de la Música Catalana in Barcelona, as part of the NovAria Opera Cycle. Scheduled dates and times:
- September 6, 2025, at 7:00 PM (Saturday)
- December 6, 2025, at 6:00 PM (Saturday)
Madame Butterfly is a two-act opera that tells the tragic story of Cio-Cio-San, a young geisha, and her relationship with American naval officer Pinkerton. A timeless classic worth watching or revisiting.
Dinner Under the Stars at the Fabra Observatory until October 5, 2025
How about combining gourmet cuisine and stargazing for an unforgettable evening? From May to October, the Fabra Observatory invites you to enjoy a fine open-air dinner with stunning views of Barcelona, followed by telescope-based exploration of the night sky.
The Magic Fountains of Montjuïc: Spring and Summer
The Magic Fountains of Montjuïc (Font Màgica de Montjuïc) offer a spectacular show of water, light, and music between Plaça d’Espanya and the Palau Nacional in Barcelona. Sound, lights, and water show: the main fountain delivers a synchronized performance of colorful water jets, lights, and music that draws thousands of visitors weekly. Originally created for the 1929 International Exhibition, they are now one of the city’s most iconic night shows.
Typical performance schedule:
- June to September: Wednesday to Sunday, 9:30 PM – 10:30 PM
- October: Thursday to Saturday, 9:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- November to March: Thursday to Saturday, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Each show lasts about 15 to 20 minutes and runs every 30 minutes. Admission is free and no ticket is required.
>>> For even more ideas, visit our page Things to Do in Barcelona with all the must-see highlights of the Catalan capital!
Weather in Barcelona in August: Enjoy the warmth of summer
August is the peak of summer in Barcelona. Expect hot and sunny weather – ideal for beach lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.