Name: Festa Major d'Horta 2026
Start: 2026-09-05
End: 2026-09-14T23:59:59
Location: Horta

Question 1

What's the correfoc actually like with kids?

Accepted Answer

It's the finale on the last night, so it's late and intense. Fire-breathing dragons, lots of noise, sparks flying everywhere. Kids under 8 usually get overwhelmed or scared, so if your child startles easily at loud bangs, skip it or keep them back from the main action. Older kids who like a bit of chaos tend to love it.

Question 2

Is there anywhere to park, or should we take the metro?

Accepted Answer

Horta's not huge on parking, so metro is your safest bet. Take L5 (blue line) to Horta and you're basically there. If you're driving from outside the city, it's doable but you'll spend time hunting for a spot, which defeats the point when the whole thing is free.

Question 3

What are the kids' activities actually like?

Accepted Answer

The festival runs ten days so there's usually a mix of workshops, games, and activities scattered throughout, but the exact lineup changes year to year. Your best bet is checking the Coordinadora website closer to September to see what's scheduled for the dates you're thinking of.

Question 4

Do we need to stay the whole time or can we just drop by for an hour?

Accepted Answer

Drop by absolutely. The gegants parades and concerts happen at set times during the ten days, so you can pick a specific afternoon or evening that works for you. No need to commit to the whole festival, just show up for what sounds good.

Festa Major d'Horta 2026

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