What to do in Barcelona in February 2025
Calendar of festivals and cultural events in February 2025
Barcelona calendar of events in February 2025
In February, Barcelona is transformed into a vibrant stage for festivities and culture. It's the ideal month to explore iconic attractions like the Sagrada Familia and Parc Güell, with fewer crowds. Highlights include the Llum BCN festival, Carnival, the Festival de Santa Eulalia a celebration rich in tradition with parades and dances, and the continuation of the Mil-lenni Festival. Art lovers can enjoy special exhibitions in museums and galleries. For gourmets, the Calçotada season offers a unique culinary experience. Strolls through the Gothic Quarter reveal hidden treasures, while day trips to Montserrat or Sitges offer a change of scenery. Soccer fans can enjoy a match at FC Barcelona. Relaxing moments await you in the city's verdant parks, and a variety of cultural events enrich the entertainment on offer. Finally, the bustling shopping districts promise memorable shopping sessions.
Barcelona's main monuments without the crowds!
February is an excellent time to visit popular sites such as the Sagrada Familia and the Parc Güell, as there are generally far fewer visitors, tickets can be purchased on the day or just the day before.
Barcelona Wine Week from February 3 to 5, 2025.
More than 1,200 wineries from 75 appellations of origin present their finest wines. The program includes tastings of wines from century-old vines, expert talks and debates on current topics in the wine industry.
Llum Bcn - The Festival of Lights from February 7 to 9, 2025
Llum BCN is an annual festival of lights held in Barcelona, Spain. The festival features art installations and light shows in different parts of the city, transforming Barcelona into an immense work of art. Llum BCN attracts artists and designers from all over the world to create unique and captivating visual experiences. A free event that celebrates the art of light and creativity, highlighting Barcelona's architecture and history.
>> Llum BCN
Santa Eulalia Festival from February 7 to 12, 2025
One of Barcelona's most important winter festivals, usually held in mid-February. It includes a variety of events such as parades, human tower ('castells') competitions, traditional dances and light shows. The Festival is dedicated to Santa Eulàlia, Barcelona's patron saint, and is usually held around February 12, her feast day. During the Santa Eulàlia Festival, you can expect to see a variety of events and cultural activities throughout the city. These can include parades, concerts, fireworks, traditional dances, art exhibitions and much more. Barcelona's streets are often festively decorated, and many activities are organized for locals and visitors alike. One of the most emblematic features of the festival is the procession of "gegants", traditional giant figures that parade through the streets of the city.
"Eveli Torent: Entre Els Quatre Gats et la maçoneria" at MNAC until February 16, 2025
"Eveli Torent : Entre Els Quatre Gats et la maçoneria" MNAC Barcelona
The exhibition "Eveli Torent: Entre Els Quatre Gats et la maçoneria" at MNAC explores the unique career of Eveli Torent, a modernist artist and adventurer who was influenced by artistic circles such as Els Quatre Gats and by Freemasonry. The exhibition unveils his works and his life, marked by travels between Paris, New York and Eivissa, illustrating a link between art, philosophy and commitment.
>> MMAC
Barcelona Carnival from February 27 to March 5, 2025
Carnival is a traditional festival that takes place every year in the city of Barcelona, Spain. It's a colorful, joyous celebration that takes place before the start of Lent, marking the end of winter. During Carnival, Barcelona's residents and visitors take part in costume parades, dances, musical performances and street festivities. Participants often wear extravagant costumes and masks, and the city is filled with music, dance and debauchery. This year's festivities kick off on Thursday, February 27, known as "Dijous Gras" (Fat Thursday), with the arrival of King Carnestoltes, the emblematic figure of Carnival. Celebrations will include colorful parades, masked balls, block parties and various cultural activities throughout the city. The carnival closes on Wednesday March 5 with the "Enterro de la Sardina" (Burial of the Sardine), a symbolic ceremony marking the end of the festivities and the beginning of Lent.)
56th Barcelona International Jazz Festival until March 23, 2025
The 56th Barcelona International Jazz Festival. Over 60 concerts in 17 different venues. Renowned artists such as Pat Metheny, Kamasi Washington and Maria Schneider are on the bill.
"From Montmartre to Montparnasse (1889-1914): Catalan artists in Paris" until 30/03/2025
Ramon Casas. Plein air, 1891- MNAC Museu Picasso Barcelona
The exhibition “From Montmartre to Montparnasse (1889-1914): Catalan Artists in Paris” at the Picasso Museum in Barcelona explores the works of Catalan artists such as Santiago Rusiñol and Ramon Casas, who lived in Paris. This period, between the Universal Exhibitions and the First World War, was marked by creative exchanges at the heart of the Parisian avant-garde. The exhibition reveals the influence of Parisian life on these artists through paintings, portraits and scenes of daily life. Take advantage of this visit to discover the brand-new Café Pablo the museum restaurant.
Festival Mil-lenni until10/05/2025
Festival Mil·lenni 2024-2025
Barcelona's Mil-lenni Festival offers a rich and eclectic program of concerts throughout its 26th edition. It attracts a variety of artists, from international music legends to emerging talents, to emblematic venues such as the Palau de la Música Catalana and the Sala Apolo. Headliners include Gipsy Kings (by André Reyes), Julia Holter, Roberto Fonseca, Vinicio Capossela, Tindersticks, Jay-Jay Johanson, Anastacia, Carlos Nuñez and Hinds...
Exhibition "Ramón Masats "The silent photographer" from January 16 to May 25, 2025
The exhibition is held at the Fundació Foto Colectania. It features over 140 photographs covering the early creative period of Masats, the formidable Catalan photographer, from his beginnings in 1953 to 1965. Among the works on show are, for the first time, 15 original prints from his "Las Ramblas" series, as well as emblematic images from his books "Neutral Corner" and "Sanfermines".
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Explore museums and art galleries: Take advantage of the quieter season to explore Barcelona's museums and galleries. Many of them offer special exhibitions during this period.
Enjoy the culinary scene: February is an excellent time to indulge in Barcelona's culinary delights, from tapas bars to fine dining restaurants. Also, keep an eye out for the Calçotada season – a traditional Catalan event where calçots (a type of green onion) are grilled over open flames and enjoyed with romesco sauce.
Take a stroll in the Gothic Quarter: The cooler weather is perfect for walking tours through the Gothic Quarter, where you can admire medieval architecture and uncover hidden treasures.
Attend a football match: If you're a football fan, check out an FC Barcelona match at Camp Nou, depending on the schedule.
Relax in the parks: Enjoy a day of relaxation in one of Barcelona’s many parks, such as Ciutadella Park.
Shopping: Take advantage of the winter sales that end in late February. Explore boutiques and markets in areas like Passeig de Gràcia and El Born.
Practical Tips
>> The weather in Barcelona in February 2024
Remember that the weather can be a bit cool in Barcelona in February, so dress accordingly!