Throughout early February, Barcelona celebrates Carnival with dances, parades, and age-old traditions. The annual Barcelona City Carnival features wild fun for revelers of all ages at events throughout the city.
From traditional dances to over thirty parades, there’s something for everyone at the annual Barcelona City Carnival. At the costume contest, colorful participants come decked out as everything from SpongeBob to Cruella de Ville. The festivities end on Ash Wednesday with the symbolic burial of sardines at Parc de la Ciutadella.
The Barcelona City Carnival is free and all are welcome to enjoy the traditions. After taking part in the fun, try Lent specialties like sardines at the restaurants nearby in Barcelona.