Barcelona in April is a springtime delight. Although we have our fair share of showers, the days are warmer and longer, and there’s plenty to head outside for. With temperatures averaging 20 degrees and a stunning blue sky overhead, you can walk around in the afternoons without a coat and extra layers in your bag or backpack. While you’ll find the streets a little busier, particularly over the Easter weekend, Barcelona is still a brilliant choice for a trip away in April. From fairs and celebrations, to the Catalan Valentine’s Day, we've got it all covered in this handy blog. Palo Market Fest – Artesanal Market When: April 1 and 2, 2023 Where: Calle Pellaires, 30 (Selva de Mar neighbourhood) Price: 5€ (buy your ticket online, available on the Monday before the event) Website: https://palomarketfest.com/en This market is one of the best in the city and takes place just once per month. In a world where buying local is becoming increasingly difficult, Palo Alto showcases shops, restaurants, and independent designers from Catalonia and other parts of Spain, in a fun and relaxed market setting. Try delicious food and drink and shop for locally-made clothes, bags, shoes and toiletries over the course of the day. There’s also live music and DJ performances, as well as pop-up bars, so you can while away the afternoon, before heading out for the evening. Mercat de la Terra Barcelona (Slow Food Barcelona) When: Every Saturday from 0900-1500h Where: Parc de las Tres Chimeneas in Barcelona, Avenue Paral·lel, 45, Poble Sec Price: Free entry Website: https://slowfood.barcelona/ This is a farmer's market organised by Slow Food Barcelona which has been around since 2015. Each weekend, hundreds of people visit to taste food, learn more about local gastronomic culture and generally enjoy themselves. This market is a reference
Barcelona in April is a springtime delight. Although we have our fair share of showers, the days are warmer and longer, and there’s plenty to head outside for. With temperatures averaging 20 degrees and a stunning blue sky overhead, you can walk around in the afternoons without a coat and extra layers in your bag
