July in Barcelona

July in Barcelona is full of different events. There will be a lot of famous music festivals in the city as Tomorrowland or Rock Fest Barcelona. With the beginning of the sales on the 1st of July, you will be able to go shopping until the end of August. Look at our selection of the events you should attend to in July!

Festival del Grec
26 June to 31 August
The Festival del Grec exists since 1976 in Barcelona and is dedicated to dance and theatre. It will place in 37 different places. Five categories are represented: theatre, dance, music, circus, cinema. There will be international artists that will perform 94 shows which is 9 more than last year and the prices will be different for each artist. This Festival is children friendly with “Mini Grec” that offers activities and shows for children. 

Festival del Grec Picture courtesy of Photo Shows e1561123280840 July in Barcelona
Festival del Grec | Picture courtesy of Photo Shows

Sala Montjuïc outdoor film festival
29 June to 3 August
The 17th edition of the Sala Montjuïc Festival will take place next to the Montjuïc Castle, as every year. Every evening will begin with a concert at 20:30 and then, the movie projection will begin at 22:00. They will project classic movies like Kill Bill or new successful ones as Bohemian Rhapsody. You should know that all movies are in original language with Spanish subtitles. You can rent deck-chairs for 3€, or just bring blankets to sit on and be sure to bring clothes to stay warm because the nights are cold in Barcelona. Bring food and drinks so you can eat in front of the movies or you can just buy at the bar. There will be projections 3 times a week on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and the place will be able to welcome 2500 people max. Do not worry because if it rains, the organization has anticipated everything:  either the movie projection hasn’t started yet, so it can be canceled and you will be refunded or, the movie projection has already started and you will be able to watch another film later with that same ticket.
Prices: 6.50€ 
6 to 12 yo: 4€
Free for children under 6 yo

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Sala Montjuïc outdoor film festival – Picture courtesy of Barcelona Connect

Evening jazz concert series at Casa Milà
7 June to 14 September 
The evening jazz concert series happens on Fridays and Saturdays during summer 2019. The roof terrace of La Pedrera will host local and international jazz artists. With the 36€ ticket, you will be able to visit the Espai Gaudi, have a free drink and of course, enjoy the great live jazz concert. The Casa Milà will be open from 20:15 to 22:15 for you to visit freely this place and enjoy the music.

Evening jazz concert series at Casa Milà Picture courtesy of Driftwood Journals e1561123365378 July in Barcelona
Evening jazz concert series at Casa Milà | Picture courtesy of Driftwood Journals

Vespres de la UB
2 July to 18 July
For the 14th edition of the Vespres de la UB will host 6 concerts from Catalan artists on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The free concerts will begin at 21:00 in the Jardín del Edificio Histórico de la Universidad de Barcelona. Before each concert, you will be able to enjoy a terrace with sandwiches made by Caravan Made. 

Vespres de la UB Picture courtesy of Betevé e1561123408745 July in Barcelona
Vespres de la UB | Picture courtesy of Betevé

 

Accommodation

If you still do not have a place to stay Barcelona city check the Habitat Apartments website and find yourself a quality apartment for the best price.

Cheap restaurants

If you want to find quality food that is on your budget check the list of Cheap eats in Barcelona.

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