June 29, 2010
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Sant Joan is the biggest Spanish public holiday….and the celebration was also pretty big!! Although the official holiday starts on 24th June, the main part of the event starts already the night before, which is called the night of Saint John. There are always loads of parties organised for this special night and this year was no different!! Apart from many concerts and big parties in the clubs, the most popular are the beach parties. The whole area of the Barcelona beaches (which in fact is 5km!) was packed with people, music, alcohol, fun and fireworks. Everyone celebrates in their own way – some people are sitting, drinking, talking, some other are dancing, some throwing bangers and lightening the fireworks up. I decided to have a proper beach party this year so I went to a big one, organised at the Forum beach, literally speaking at the very end of Barcelona. And it was amazing!! Seriously, one of the best parties I’ve ever been to! Bare feet dancing on the sand to a great music…..what a wonderful feeling!! I never lived in a city that has a beach so these sorts of parties always seem extraordinary to me! The view of the sea with millions of fireworks in the sky plus a bunch of good friends, who make the whole party, really gave me some unforgettable memories. If you can’t stand noise, it migthn’t be the best party for you though… Bangers and fireworks were blowing up during the whole night and some of the most persistent music fans kept on till 5 o’clock in the morning! But if you like partying, good music and a beach atmosphere, the Sant Joan celebration is definitely for you!! If you plan on coming to Barcelona in June 2011, don’t forget about San Joan celebrations and be prepared for 23/24th big party! Well…I guess I have nothing more to say, but see you next year? 
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June 18, 2010
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The summer has already arrived in Barcelona and this is just a perfect time for all the festivals and open-air concerts. My last discovery of a great open-air event was the Reggae Music Festival in Parc Guell. It was set a little further back from the park’s main touristic sites and had the feeling of a typical local party. The festival lasted 12hours - from 12 am till 12 pm. Organizers took care of the drinking side of the event and provided bars with caipriñas, mojitos and beer. For those who felt low in energy after plenty of energetic dancing there was also a generous offering of hot dogs and a barbequed assortment. With the incredible view of Barcelona from the Parc Guell…it was certainly worth going there if only for this reason!! There’s nothing better than a relaxed Saturday afternoon a with good company, a beer and a spectacular view of the beautiful Barcelona city!
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June 16, 2010
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Barcelona is a city that has plenty to offer… everyone can find something for themselves. It is a city that suits different lifestyles, personalities and tastes. Last weekend eco-enthusiasts could find something interesting for themselves…5th of June is the World Environmental Day, so the city of Barcelona together with the help from the sponsors organised a whole day event “Eco-Art al Parc”. It took place at the Poblenou Parc, nearby Bogatell beach, where you could enjoy a 14 hour-marathon of alternative activities. The program covered many interesting interactive recycling workshops where you could enjoy creating ecological detergents or even central heating from empty water bottles! For those, who are more into art, there were some creative activities such as photography, painting and engraving. Also for those who are slightly less environmentally or artistically-oriented, there were other activities, such as cooking or alternative natural therapies workshops. And of course no successful event can take place without the right music! Knowing this the organizers of the “Eco-Art al Parc” event provided great music and even additional visual effects, which were just spectacular! You might wish to attend but not know what to do with the children? Well, apparently the organizers thought the same, so they arranged a small circus and a 400m2 space dedicated to family games made from recycled materials! Regretting that missed the event…? See you there next year maybe??! 
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June 2, 2010
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I’ve just finished my last article about music events in Barcelona, when I realized that today another great musical event started and I felt that I had to share it with you guys! The new event is called “Música als Parcs” which means “Music in the Parks”, organized by Barcelona City Council. There will a series of outdoor concerts in all of the Barcelona parks starting from today! The concerts are completely free of charge and are intended for all audiences. The whole idea of the event began 10 years ago when the Barcelona officials wanted to make the summer nights’ atmosphere more pleasant. They started with small performances and since then, every summer, jazz and classical music are filling the parks of Barcelona, bringing some high quality music delights. The opening concert is today, 2nd June at 20.00 in the Jardins del Teatre Grec, Montjuic. The inauguration is led by the Sant Andreu band – the youngest band in Europe, formed by artists between 10-17 years old. So… let’s enjoy the musical Barcelona even more!
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June 2, 2010
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Barcelona is undoubtedly one of the most vibrant cities, where there are always many things going on…Barcelona is also well known as the city with many music activities, where the artists from all over the world perform and get inspired by the atmosphere of this amazing place…The Spring time is often dedicated to the festivals and this year is no different! It is ideal as the weather is warm, but not overly hot, the sea is inviting and the city atmosphere is tantalizingly electric! …
Barcelona is constantly pleasing its residents and visitors with musical delights. There was the Indie Rock Festival last month, Primavera Sound festival this month and the famous Sonar Festival is next month. Apart from the festivals, there are always many concerts of both mainstream and alternative artists. Alicia Keys, Kiss, Black Eyed Peas, Aerosmith or Bob Dylan are just a few names that will be present in Barcelona in the coming month. There are also many live performances in casual clubs and bars. For example, many bars around Plaza Reial offer live music shows and Jam Sessions where everyone is free to join a band and play. Apart from so-called commercial musical offers, there are plenty of more classical music performances, such as orchestras, musicals and ballet, which are usually at the Palace of Catalan Music, The Grand Theater Liceu, L’Auditori or National Theater. The best way not to miss a thing is to follow the cultural guides and concerts’ agendas. Stay updated and enjoy the musical Barcelona!
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