Summer nights in Barcelona: the definitive guide 19/07/2021

The golden hour begins, the sun is setting and the city become the focus of cultural, art and food-related events. These are the "Nits d'estiu" (Summer nights), an ambitious project that makes the city the go-to place for an unforgettable summer.

For instance, what do you think about discovering the city's art-nouveau gems at night with extra surprises thrown into the mix? The Casa Batlló presents its "Magical Nights", which will reveal Gaudí's iconic building through its 10D Experience with the added bonus of a musical performance. The spectacular Sant Pau Art Nouveau Site, designed by Lluís Domènech i Montaner and a UNESCO World Heritage site, will be hosting its Candlelight Open Air season throughout July, showcasing the best in classical music performed by major artists from around the world.

You'll be able to hear the sounds of jazz on the rooftop of La Pedrera. In addition to the spectacular views, surrounded by Gaudí's art-nouveau "sentinels", you'll experience the magic of the best in live jazz.

The Summer Nights at Caixaforum features live music but you'll also be able to nourish your spirit with other cultural activities, such as cinema, poetry or performances throughout July and August. Every Thursday in July and August, the Cosmonits at Museu de la Ciència Cosmocaixa bring you a great combination of science-fiction films preceded by live electronic music, jazz, soul and funk sets, and many more musical genres. And we continue with music and film at the nights at the Sala Montjuïc. This Barcelona summer-night classic showcases the best films from around the world in a matchless setting throughout July and in the first week of August.

Pairing stargazing, wine, music and food is another unbeatable plan. This is what the Starlit Night at the Jean Leon Winery have to offer: a magical night in the heart of the Penedès.

As you can see, summer nights in 2021 bring you all kinds of opportunities so you can do so much more than sleep. Discover them all!