As every August, Castelldefels celebrates its Summer Festival, one of the most eagerly awaited events on the local calendar. The Castelldefels Festival 2026 comes with a programme designed to enjoy concerts, local traditions and family activities.
Below, we take a look at the dates, programme and some of the highlights of this year’s festival.
When is the Castelldefels Festival 2026?
The Castelldefels Festival 2026 will take place from Thursday 13 to Sunday 16 August, with four days of concerts, popular culture, family activities and celebrations held at different locations throughout the city.
What to do during the Castelldefels Festival?
Castelldefels City Council has published the final programme for the 2026 Festival. These are some of the main activities and performances taking place each day.
Thursday 13 August: opening speech, Ginestà and Los Toreros Muertos
The Festival will kick off at 5 pm with the Alternative Youth Festival (FAK 2026), featuring workshops, a market, concerts and DJ sessions. The programme will continue with a percussion parade and the family show Había una vez. At 9 pm, the official opening speech will take place from the balcony of the Town Hall.
Music will take centre stage in the evening at Plaça de l’Esglesia, with concerts by Ginestà at 10 pm and Los Toreros Muertos at midnight.
Friday 14 August: family activities, giants, paella and Queen tribute
The second day will begin at 10 am with a wide range of activities for children, including storytelling shows, bubble workshops and a water party. At 10:30 am, the traditional gathering of the giants will begin, ending at 12 noon with their arrival at Plaça de l’Esglesia.
In the evening, at 9 pm, the popular paella dinner will be held at Parc de la Muntanya, with tickets priced at five euros. At 10:30 pm there will be musical bingo at the same venue, while Blusara will perform a Queen tribute at Plaça de l’Esglesia.
Saturday 15 August: tradition and The Tyets concert
The third day will begin at 8 am with the traditional Matinades. From 11 am to 2 pm, there will be water activities, including the popular foam party and a large water slide. At 11 am, the Festival Solemn Mass will be held at Santa Maria Church, followed at 12 noon by the procession through the streets of the town centre.
Later, at 6 pm, Plaça de l’Esglesia will host the Festival Diada Castellera, featuring Xicots de Vilafranca and Castellers de Castelldefels. One of the highlights of the day will take place at 10 pm, with a concert by The Tyets at Parc de la Muntanyeta.
Sunday 16 August: Chenoa, correfoc and fireworks
The final day will begin with a chess tournament from 9:30 am to 2 pm, as well as tai chi chuan and qi gong classes at 10 am. Children will also have their own activities, including family shows, the Confetti Party and the Holi Dolly Festival. At 6:30 pm, the traditional sardana dance will take place, followed by the devils’ dance at Plaça de l’Esglesia.
The correfoc fire run will begin at 8:45 pm through the streets of the town centre. At 10 pm, Chenoa will take to the stage at Parc de la Muntanyeta and, at 11:45 pm, fireworks on the seafront promenade will bring the Castelldefels Festival 2026 to a spectacular close.
What activities for children are available during the Castelldefels Festival?
The Castelldefels Festival programme also includes plenty of activities for younger visitors. There will be family shows, bubble workshops, foam parties, water games, a large water slide, the Confetti Party and the Holi Dolly Festival.
In addition, throughout the Festival there will be a funfair at Plaça Teresa Claramunt, open from 6 pm to 2 am.
Where to stay during the Castelldefels Festival?
If you are looking for accommodation to enjoy the Castelldefels Festival, the Best Western Hotel Mediterráneo is an excellent choice thanks to its location near the beach and its convenient connections with the city. The hotel offers a swimming pool, fitness area, restaurant service and comfortable spaces designed for relaxation after a full day of activities and celebrations.
Enjoy the programme and the main activities of the Castelldefels Festival 2026 and complete your getaway with a stay at the Best Western Hotel Mediterráneo, close to both the beach and the city centre.