Festa Major del Poble Sec 2017
Every summer sees the annual Festa Major del Poble Sec in Barcelona. This huge party is one the biggest of the year and takes place over nine days in July. It takes place in the Poble Sec area of Barcelona near Montjuïc.
Barcelona residents and tourists love a party and this big street party lasts more than one week. Taking place between the 14th of July and the 23rd of July 2017 this festival, organized by the local community, is not to be missed. With activities and events spread over the festival’s program get ready to party Catalan style in beautiful Barcelona.
Kicking off with the cortège / parade on Friday, the 14th of July at Església de Santa Madrona at 07:30 pm and followed by the pregó there will be music and other celebrations of Catalan culture. Festa Major del Poble Sec also sees some amazing correfoc fire runs and other interesting exhibitions of local culture. The correfocs are colorful, fiery, noisy and great fun. Over the weekend Festa Major del Poble Sec will also see the Giants parade, fun run, human towers and other live performances. It is truly spectacular.
This urban festival takes place between the Montjuïc area and the famous Avinguda Paral·lel. The Fiesta majors program centers around emblematic places such as the Fountain Square, The Three Chimneys and the Mill Theatre. Events are staged at various venues across the area, making this a great way to see more of the city and this district. Have a look at the program! With markets, workshops and film screenings supporting the huge program of other events this wonderful fiesta, running since the 1990s, is perfect for adults and children and is a must if you are in Barcelona.
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