What's the best spot to actually see the carriages without fighting a crowd?

Head to Ronda de Sant Antoni or near Mercat de Sant Antoni where the parade moves slower and you'll get a real view instead of just hearing it pass. If you want a backup plan, Plaza Universitat or Pelai work too, but they'll be packed. Get there by 10:00 am to claim a spot, especially if your kids are small and need to see over people's heads.

What do I do if it rains that Saturday?

The event was originally scheduled for January and got postponed because of rain and animal welfare concerns, so they take weather seriously. Check the official webpage in the event of rain; if it's canceled again, they'll reschedule.

200-Year-Old Horse Parade Through Sant Antoni

Name: 200-Year-Old Horse Parade Through Sant Antoni
Start: 2026-05-16
End: 2026-05-16
Location: Sant Antoni neighborhood

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FestivalSant Antoni354 families interested

Where

Sant Antoni, Sant Antoni neighborhood

Ages

All ages

Duration

3h

Setting

Outdoors, street parade through Sant Antoni and central Barcelona

Plan for

2-3 hours, drop-in viewing

What to see

Historical carriages, horses, donkeys, riders, giant figures (gegants), and urban transport vehicles from Barcelona's past

What you need to know

Celebrating the 200th edition of this Barcelona tradition!
Kids see real horses, donkeys, and working animals up close on city streets.
Sign language interpretation at the opening ensures deaf and hearing kids both follow along.

About

The Cavalcade of the Three Tombs features historical carriages, horses, donkeys, and riders from Sant Antoni neighborhood alongside Guardia Urbana vehicles, lancers, and representatives of the Mossos d'Esquadra. The procession includes a special commemorative carriage, official carriages from organizing entities, and participation from social groups including families with deaf children. The opening ceremony includes the Gegants de Sant Antoni performance and a proclamation with sign language interpretation.

Free

Dates

May 16, 2026

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Where it is

Sant Antoni neighborhood

Escola Pia de Sant Antoni at Ronda de Sant Pau, 72

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