La Castanyada 2026
- Sat, 31 October 2026 – Sun, 1 November 2026
- 10am–8pm
- Citywide
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.
Not a single festival but a citywide tradition. The smell of roasting chestnuts IS autumn in Barcelona.
La Castanyada 2026 Dates & Location
La Castanyada is an outdoor event held at Citywide in the Citywide area of Barcelona. Entry is free.
What to Eat at La Castanyada
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.
What to Expect at La Castanyada
How to Get to La Castanyada
La Castanyada takes place at Citywide, Streets and plazas across Barcelona.
La CastanyadaTickets & Practical Info
La Castanyada FAQ
When is La Castanyada 2026?
La Castanyada takes place Saturday, 31 October 2026 – Sunday, 1 November 2026 · 10am–8pm. Doors open at 10am.
Where is La Castanyada held?
La Castanyada is held at Citywide, Streets and plazas across Barcelona, in the Citywide neighbourhood of Barcelona.
How much are La Castanyada tickets?
Entry to La Castanyada is free.
What food and drinks are at La Castanyada?
Food highlights include roasted chestnuts, sweet potatoes, panellets (marzipan sweets). On the drinks side, expect moscatell wine. The cuisine focus is catalan.
Is La Castanyada kid-friendly?
Yes, La Castanyada is family-friendly and welcomes children. It's a good option for a family day out in Barcelona.
