St. John's Day (San Joan) – On the eve of this holiday, the summer solstice is celebrated with bonfires, fireworks and gatherings on the beaches and throughout the streets and plazas of the city.
August 15
Assumption – This day also marks the beginning of the famous weeklong celebration in the neighborhood of Gràcia, complete with street decorating competitions, castells (human towers) and music, cultural and children’s events.
September 11
National Day of Catalonia
September 24
La Mercè Festival – The Patron Saint of Barcelona is celebrated with a weeklong celebration complete with correfocs (fire runs) and Giants parades.