Festa Major del Raval
Less polished than Gracia, more diverse than the Eixample. The Raval's festa is where the neighbourhood actually feeds itself.
About Festa Major del Raval
El Raval's neighbourhood festa major in honour of the Mare de Deu del Carme. Four days of communal street meals, popular dinners cooked outdoors, giants, devils (correfocs), traditional Catalan dance, and pop-up bars across 20+ streets and squares.
Festa Major del Raval is an outdoor event held at El Raval (multiple squares and streets) in the El Raval area of Barcelona. Entry is free.
What to Eat & Drink
Food
Catalan street food, communal dinners, butifarra grills
Drinks
Vermouth, cava, beer at pop-up bars
Cuisine: Catalan
Expect to find catalan street food, communal dinners, butifarra grills among the highlights. On the drinks side, look out for vermouth, cava, beer at pop-up bars.
Entertainment & Activities
Festa Major del Raval features live music performances throughout the event.
Getting There
Festa Major del Raval takes place at El Raval (multiple squares and streets), El Raval, Ciutat Vella, Barcelona, in Barcelona’s El Raval neighbourhood.
The venue is easy to reach by public transport. Get directions on Google Maps.
Good to Know
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Festa Major del Raval?
Festa Major del Raval takes place Thursday, 9 July 2026 – Sunday, 12 July 2026 · 11am–1am. It starts at 11am.
Where is Festa Major del Raval held?
The event takes place at El Raval (multiple squares and streets), El Raval, Ciutat Vella, Barcelona, in the El Raval area.
How much does Festa Major del Raval cost?
Entry to Festa Major del Raval is free. Free, pay for food and drinks.
What food and drinks are available?
Food highlights include catalan street food, communal dinners, butifarra grills. Drink offerings include vermouth, cava, beer at pop-up bars.
Is Festa Major del Raval suitable for English speakers?
Yes, Festa Major del Raval is English-friendly. Barcelona is an international city and most food events welcome visitors from around the world.
