Name: Circus and Clowns on the Beach in El Masnou
Start: 2026-07-14
End: 2026-07-18T23:59:59
Location: El Masnou

Question 1

Is this worth going to if my kids are under 5?

Accepted Answer

It depends on your kid's tolerance for crowds and noise. The street theater and clown acts work fine for toddlers, but the circus stuff and longer performances might lose them fast. If you've got a 3-year-old who sits through shows, go for it; if they need constant movement, you'll spend half the time managing them instead of watching.

Question 2

Can we just show up, or do we need to book tickets in advance?

Accepted Answer

The event website (plederiure.cat) will have the full program and ticket info closer to July, but most of the street performances and beach shows are typically free to watch. Some specific theater acts might require advance booking, so check the schedule once it drops.

Question 3

What's the parking situation like at Ocata Beach?

Accepted Answer

Ocata Beach has a decent-sized parking area, but it fills up fast on summer weekends, especially during a festival. Get there early (before 11am) or consider taking the train from Barcelona, which is about 30 minutes from Plaça de Catalunya to El Masnou station, then a short walk to the beach.

Question 4

Is there food and bathrooms at the venues?

Accepted Answer

Ocata Beach has a few chiringuitos (beach bars) nearby where you can grab food and drinks, and there are public bathrooms. Vallmora Park is more of a green space, so bring snacks if you're planning to spend hours there. Don't count on a full meal situation at the park itself.

Circus and Clowns on the Beach in El Masnou

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