Name: Festa Major de Sant Andreu 2026
Start: 2026-11-29
End: 2026-12-08T23:59:59
Location: Sant Andreu de Palomar

Question 1

How close can we get to the correfoc with kids?

Accepted Answer

Keep a bit of distance from the main correfoc, where the Satanica de Sant Andreu set off heavy sparks and firecrackers. If your kids want the full experience up close, dress them in cotton long sleeves, long pants, closed shoes and a hood or hat, and avoid synthetic fabrics. For younger children, the separate children's correfoc is the safer bet.

Question 2

When is the giant parade and where do I stand?

Accepted Answer

The cercavila gegantera usually runs on the Sunday of the festival and starts around Plaça d'Orfila, right by the Sant Andreu metro exit. It draws a big crowd since it's the last giant outing of the Barcelona season, so arrive 15-20 minutes early and find a spot along the route rather than packing into the square itself.

Question 3

How do I get there by metro?

Accepted Answer

Take Line 1 (red) to Sant Andreu station, which has an exit straight onto Plaça d'Orfila in the heart of the neighborhood. From central Barcelona it's about 20 minutes. The festival spreads across nearby streets, but nothing is more than a 10-minute walk from the stop.

Question 4

Is it OK for toddlers?

Accepted Answer

The parades and music work for all ages, but it gets crowded and loud, so toddlers can get overwhelmed near the correfoc. Kids around 5 and up who are fine with crowds get the most out of it. Bring a stroller or carrier for a younger sibling and have ear protection handy for the fire runs.

Festa Major de Sant Andreu 2026

Festa Major de Sant Andreu 2026

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