Children
Festival
DAU Barcelona is the board game party in the city: four days to test novelties, discover prototypes, compete in tournaments and play with family or friends. In 2025 it grows in spaces and activities, with venues at the Fabra i Coats site and previous programming in the neighborhoods.
Date
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Time
see program
Ticket
Free event
City
Barcelona
Zip code
08030
Zone
Sant Andreu
Address
Fabra y Coats Creation Factory, carrer Sant Adrià 20
Previous activities: DAU als Barris in civic centers and proximity spaces in several districts.
Edition no. 14, with expansion of spaces within the venue to accommodate more tables and activities.
News 2025
- New space of 1,000 m² to expand capacity and game tables in Fabra i Coats.
- Devir Space - 25 years at the Institut Martí Pous, with special activities by the publisher.
Sections and highlighted areas
- DAU Familiar - area for all audiences with demonstrations and advice.
- Ludoteca/Expert Area - games for gamers, with monitors and advanced titles.
- DAU de Nit - sessions to play until late.
- DAU Tranquil - inclusive space with low sensory stimulation.
- Tournaments and activities - registrations and official competitions during the weekend.
- Protogames (Verkami Contest) - authors present prototypes and meet with publishers.
- DAU Awards Gala - recognition of games, authors and career.
- Store area - sale of the festival's featured titles.
Who it's for
Ideal for families looking for free and participatory plans, for expert gamers who want to taste novelties and for creators who want to show prototypes or connect with publishers.
Useful information
- Access: free admission (limited seating for some activities).
- Tip: arrive early for peak slots and check tournament/activity registrations.
- Before the festival: try out games at DAU als Barris (Oct-Nov) in various districts.
