Grab those umbrellas: You’ll need them for the Friday downpour (75% chance) and the literal tons of candy flying through Sants-Montjuïc on Sunday for the final day of the Sant Medir festival.

The rest of this weekend is a high-octane mix of high-tech and high-art. Here are the highlights:

Whether you’re dodging sticky cobblestones or cosmic dust, there's plenty of magic to find indoors and out.

— Ben & Rahim

Sant Medir was originally a religious pilgrimage to Collserola, but today is more of a parade with horses, floats and tons of candy thrown to the waiting kids (and adults!) along the route. If you missed the parades on Tuesday in Gràcia, you can still catch one Sunday morning in La Bordeta.

Watch the award-winning Ballet Junior de Genève dazzle with a triple bill of cutting-edge contemporary dance, from high-energy choreography to elegant Bach-inspired fusion. These rising stars are redefining modern dance before they take the world stage!

1,000+ drones dance across the night sky to classical masterpieces performed by a live string quartet, all illuminated by 10,000 glowing candles. A breathtaking sensory adventure that will enchant the whole family!

Be sure to check the weather!

A green twist on a classic! This interactive puppet show features a modern story that teaches little ones about recycling and protecting the planet.

Join dozens of dancers of all ages on a cosmic journey! This mesmerizing performance blends dance, ancestral rituals, and galactic adventures as participants build refuges, decipher maps, and explore the connections between cosmos, geology, and memory.

Weekend Mar 14-15. Flic Festival 2026 at Disseny Hub de Barcelona (Glòries). Unleash your wild side at FLIC Festival, where families explore books, games, and creativity through the theme "Do the Animal" at Barcelona's Design Hub. Ages 3-12. Saturday, Mar 14 (Add to Calendar). Sunday, Mar 15 (Add to Calendar).

Sun Mar 15. The Sound Machine at Museu de la Música de Barcelona. Jump into an interactive musical adventure with composer Pep Gol's giant Sound Machine—a 4-meter keyboard that transforms everyday sounds, animal noises, and digital magic into unforgettable music. 5+. 8€. Sunday, Mar 15 at 5:30pm (Add to Calendar).

Sun Mar 15. I love Rock & Roll at Teatre Poliorama. Rock en Família returns with a hilarious show featuring Rosendo and puppets telling band stories, plus a live band performing AC/DC, Queen, Ramones, Green Day and more. 2+. From 9.75€. Sunday, Mar 15 at Noon (Add to Calendar).

Apr 3-4. Garnatxa and Brunyol Fair in Alt Empordà at Garriguella (1h30m by car). Celebrate spring with local artisans, traditional brunyols pastries, and crisp Garnatxa wines in the charming Alt Empordà region. All ages. Saturday, Apr 4 (Add to Calendar).

April 4-6. BaBeBra & Mozart at Palau de la Música Catalana (Ciutat Vella). A delightful fast-paced acoustic concert celebrating Mozart, Bach, Beethoven and Brahms with modern twists that enchant babies and young children alike. All ages. Saturday, Apr 4 from 11am-Noon (Add to Calendar). Saturday, Apr 4 from 12:30-1:30pm (Add to Calendar). Sunday, Apr 5 from 11am-Noon (Add to Calendar). Sunday, Apr 5 from 12:30-1:30pm (Add to Calendar).

Sun May 31. Rock for families: Amazing Michael Jackson at Teatre Poliorama. Michael Jackson impersonator SacMjj recreates the King of Pop’s iconic choreographies and greatest hits for the whole family. 2+. From 9.75€. Tickets going fast. Sunday, May 31 at Noon (Add to Calendar).

The Rabbit Hole

Think you’re good with directions? Test your skills in Barcelona's oldest garden, The Labyrinth of Horta. Built in 1791 by a marquis who was obsessed with mythology, this cypress maze isn't just a playground, it’s a physical retelling of the myth of Theseus and Ariadne. If you make it to the center, you’ll find a statue of Eros (the god of love) waiting for you. It’s a fairytale escape tucked away in the hills of Horta, far from the tourist trail and perfect for a high-stakes game of family hide-and-seek.

Made with ❤️ by Ben & Rahim. Two San Francisco dads living in BCN. We scout the city for the best cultural events, workshops, festivals, and hidden spots so you don't have to. Less planning, more playing. See you in the park or in your inbox every Thursday.