Gran Festa de la Calçotada de Valls
The granddaddy of all calçotadas. A must-do Catalan winter tradition.
About Gran Festa de la Calçotada de Valls
The original calçotada festival, over 100 years old. Thousands gather in Valls to feast on charred calçots dipped in romesco sauce, butifarra sausage, and wine from porrons. Features a calçot-eating competition and live music.
Gran Festa de la Calçotada de Valls is an outdoor event held at Valls in the Valls (day trip from Barcelona) area of Barcelona. Entry is free.
What to Eat & Drink
Food
Calçots with romesco sauce, butifarra sausage, grilled lamb
Drinks
Local wine, porrons
Cuisine: Catalan
Expect to find calçots with romesco sauce, butifarra sausage, grilled lamb among the highlights. On the drinks side, look out for local wine, porrons.
Entertainment & Activities
Gran Festa de la Calçotada de Valls features live music performances throughout the event.
Getting There
Gran Festa de la Calçotada de Valls takes place at Valls, Valls, Tarragona, Catalonia, in Barcelona’s Valls (day trip from Barcelona) neighbourhood.
Good to Know
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Gran Festa de la Calçotada de Valls?
Gran Festa de la Calçotada de Valls takes place Sunday, 25 January 2026 · 10am–6pm. It starts at 10am.
Where is Gran Festa de la Calçotada de Valls held?
The event takes place at Valls, Valls, Tarragona, Catalonia, in the Valls (day trip from Barcelona) area.
How much does Gran Festa de la Calçotada de Valls cost?
Entry to Gran Festa de la Calçotada de Valls is free.
What food and drinks are available?
Food highlights include calçots with romesco sauce, butifarra sausage, grilled lamb. Drink offerings include local wine, porrons.
Is Gran Festa de la Calçotada de Valls suitable for English speakers?
Yes, Gran Festa de la Calçotada de Valls is English-friendly. Barcelona is an international city and most food events welcome visitors from around the world.
