La Castanyada
Not a single festival but a citywide tradition. The smell of roasting chestnuts IS autumn in Barcelona.
About La Castanyada
Barcelona's autumn chestnut tradition. Street vendors roast chestnuts and sweet potatoes on every corner. Many plazas host communal castanyada events with panellets (marzipan sweets) and moscatell wine.
La Castanyada is an outdoor event held at Citywide in the Citywide area of Barcelona. Entry is free.
What to Eat & Drink
Food
Roasted chestnuts, sweet potatoes, panellets (marzipan sweets)
Drinks
Moscatell wine
Cuisine: Catalan
Expect to find roasted chestnuts, sweet potatoes, panellets (marzipan sweets) among the highlights. On the drinks side, look out for moscatell wine.
Entertainment & Activities
Getting There
La Castanyada takes place at Citywide, Streets and plazas across Barcelona, in Barcelona’s Citywide neighbourhood.
Good to Know
Frequently Asked Questions
When is La Castanyada?
La Castanyada takes place Saturday, 31 October 2026 – Sunday, 1 November 2026 · 10am–8pm. It starts at 10am.
Where is La Castanyada held?
The event takes place at Citywide, Streets and plazas across Barcelona, in the Citywide area.
How much does La Castanyada cost?
Entry to La Castanyada is free.
What food and drinks are available?
Food highlights include roasted chestnuts, sweet potatoes, panellets (marzipan sweets). Drink offerings include moscatell wine.
Is La Castanyada suitable for English speakers?
Yes, La Castanyada is English-friendly. Barcelona is an international city and most food events welcome visitors from around the world.
