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The Barcelona Wax Museum opened its doors in 1973. Its collections and the way they are exhibited have recently been renovated, while respecting its impressive architecture and historical value. Using new technologies, this iconic Barcelona space has been transformed into a 21st century interactive museum.

The Night of San Juan, a Christian festival of pagan origin in which bonfires are lit, fireworks and firecrackers are launched, and dancing until the wee hours of the morning. Check the program of festivals and bonfires that will be held throughout Barcelona, and the route of the Flama del Canigó.

The Casa Amatller Digital Museum is the first digital experience dedicated to Modernism and the origins of Barcelona today. Art, technology and history come together in a new and fascinating interactive experience at Casa Amatller.

Pacha Barcelona Off Week returns for another year to Pacha Barcelona, to bring to its audience the biggest names in dance music and the most avant-garde, sought-after and beloved electronic showcases on the world scene.

Festival committed to the visibility of cinema directed by women and female audiovisual culture. It offers sections such as Cinema out of place, with open-air projections of comedies directed by lesbian directors, and Film Persistences, which connects films rescued from different eras with contemporary works.

"The Science of Pixar" is a fascinating exhibition that offers visitors a unique insight into what goes on behind the screen, allowing them to discover the creative process used in the making of Pixar films.

Sade's writings can be interpreted as both a philosophy of freedom and a philosophy of evil. The exhibition shows his influence on thought from the early 20th century to the present day, explores his impact on artists and intellectuals, and explains how he has become an icon present in popular culture.

In Barcelona and its metropolitan area, there will be 90 cultural centers that will open free of charge from 7:00 p.m. on May 13 to 1:00 a.m. on May 14. But on the Night of the Museums, in addition to visiting them, you can also participate in numerous activities for all ages. In total, you will have access to 121 exhibitions and 86 activities.

During the Poblenou Open Day you will be able to discover a varied cultural program in one of the most creative neighborhoods of Barcelona. More than sixty spaces will offer us exhibitions, art, design, dance, photography, talks, workshops, DJ's, live music, guided tours and gastronomy.

The Grec 2023 will feature 88 proposals and collective artistic expressions will occupy an important place in the program. The opening will be double, in both cases with circus: The Pulse, by Gravity & Other Myths with the Cor de Noies de l'Orfeó Català (June 29), and Les traceurs, by funambulist Nathan Paulin, a show by Rachid Ouramdane to celebrate the 200th anniversary of Passeig de Gràcia (July 2). Check here for this year's must-see events.