Gracia Festivities and other events in Barcelona this month
June (2011) Events in Barcelona
| FESTIVALS & SPECIAL EVENTS | EXHIBITIONS & CULTURAL EVENTS | CONCERTS & MUSIC | THEATRE & DANCE | SPORTS |
| FESTIVALS & SPECIAL EVENTS | ||
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Sónar Music Festival 2011
16 - 18 June
Different venues and locations
The new version of the festival brings artists such as Underworld, The Human League, Magnetic Man Chris Cunnigham and many more.
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FICMA: Festival Internacional Cine Medio Ambiente Barcelona
Environmental Film Festival, Barcelona 1 - 8 June
Instituto Francés de Barcelona
The 18th version of the festival opens with the presence of director Yann Arthus Bertrand.l
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San Joan Festival
23 - 24 June
All over town
This typical catalan festival celebrates province’s Patron Saint. Lost of beach parties and fire works!
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| EXHIBITIONS & CULTURAL EVENTS | ||
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“The Early Paris Years. Picasso, 1900-1907″
June
Museo de Picasso de Barcelona
In this important exhibition you can see the evolution of Picasso’s art and his artistic influences
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Exposición El arte del comer. De la naturaleza muerta a Ferran Adrià
From still life to Ferrán Adriá Until 26 June
La Pedrera (C/ Provença, 261)
This exhibit presents work of 76 artists and is divided into 4 concepts: still life, conceptual art with food as material, chef artists and art inspired by Ferrán Adriá
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Barcelona Canalla y Sublime
Barcelona Scoundrel and Sublime Until 30 June
Setba Zona d'Art (Plaza Real 10, 1º 2ª).
See cultural and transgressor Barcelona of the 80’s and 90’s with this exhibit by the photographer José Antonio Sancho
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Dhub ¿qué me pongo?
Dhub, What do I Wear? Until August
Disseny HUB Barcelona (C/ Montcada, 12).
The complexities of getting dressed, a reflexion about self identity, through a 341 pieces exhibition (dresses and accessories).
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La Trieste del Magris
The Trieste of Magris Until July
CCCB (C/Montalegre, 5)
In the context of the series “The City and its Writers”, Claudio Magris shows us his city, Trieste, in an exhibition that makes us use the five senses
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Exposición 100x100 photo
Exhibition 100x100 Photo Until December
Galería Espai [b] (C/Torrent de l'Olla, 158)
A collection of photos where colour is the protagonist. Limited images at affordable prices.
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| CONCERTS & MUSIC | ||
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Andrés Cepeda
1 June, 9.30pmm
Sala Bikini
This emblematic Colombian singer/composer invites you to dance to Latin rhythms. Ticket 20€
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Long Distance Calling
1 June, 9.30pm
Sala Moog
This young German band Hill play a repertoire that comfortably moves between post rock and post metal. Ticket 15€
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The Raveonettes
3 June, 8.30pm
Sala Bikini
The Danish duo presents its new album “The Grave”. Ticket 21€
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Cantània
Until 9 June, 11.30am and 4.30pm/div>
Auditori Barcelona
Classical Music. Ticket 7€.
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Los Suaves
3 June, 8.30pm
Faktoria d'Arts (Rasa)
TOne of the most important bands of the Spanish rock scene for over 20 years. Ticket 20€
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Antónia Font + Supersubmarina
4 June, 8pm
Manresa
This band from Mallorca is an emblematic Spanish pop band you cannot miss. Ticket 12€
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Sober + The Cannibal Queen
4 June , 8.20pm
Sala Bikini
This classic Spanish rock band present its new album “Superbia". Ticket 20€
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Maldita Nerea
4 June, 9pm
Palau de la Música Catalana
This representative spanish pop band presents their new album “Fácil”. Ticket 19-39€
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Sami Yusuf
8 June, 9pm
Sala Apolo
Sami Yusuf is a young british genius who plays a myriad of instruments. First concert in Spain. Ticket 18€
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The James Taylor Quartet
10 June, 8pm
Sala 2,
This emblematic world class musician comes to Barcelona with his current band to present “A Taste of Cherry”. Ticket 22€
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Matinée Summer Festival 2011
12 June, 10 am
Illa Fantasia
This version of the festival takes place in the aquatic park for you to enjoy aquatic attractions dancing to electronic music. Ticket 40€
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The Pains of Being Pure at Heart
20 June, 9 pm
Sala Apolo
This representative indie pop band present their second album “Belong”. Ticket 16€!
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John Mayall
22 June, 9pm
Sala Apolo
One of the most interesting figures of blues, has been on the scene for 50 years and filles everyone of his concerts. Ticket 30€
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Los Pericos
23 June , 9.30 pm
Razzmatazz 2
One of the most important chart-topper, latin rock and reggae band on their 20th year of professional stage career. Ticket 20€
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Ricky Martin
29 June, 9.30 pm
Sant Jordi Club
The world famous Latino artist comes back to Barcelona to present his new studio recording “Musica, Alma, Sexo (MAS)”. Ticket 43€
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| THEATRE & DANCE | ||
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Mostra de Teatro de Barcelona v2.0
Barcelona Theatre Festival v2.0 Until October
Teatro Raval
One of the most expected cultural events of the year, with more than 40 plays to choose from. Ticket 10€
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Yes, we Spain
Until 5 June, 6.30pm and 9pm
Sala Coliseum
Carlos Latre presents a funny version of current Spain, portraying more than 70 characters, as well as singing and dancing. Tickets 20 – 35 €
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En Clau de Jazz, Tribute to Gershwin
16, 17 June, 9pm
Teatre Josep María Sagarra, Santa Coloma de Gramenet
Contemporary Dance. Tickets 22€
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Madame Melville
Until July
Teatre Borrás
The love story between a teacher and her young student. Set in Paris in the 60’s
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Una història catalana
A Catalan Story Until 26 June
Teatre Nacional de Catalunya
Tickets 15 – 20€
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FaceMoog
Until 19 June, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 11pm
Teatro Club Capitol
An exhilarating portrayal of how social networks work and their effect on people’s lives. Tickets 22€
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| SPORTS | ||
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Moto GP, Gran Premi Aperol de Catalunya
3 -5 June, 8am
Circuit de Catalunya Montmeló
Motorcycle racing
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Campeonato de España de Velocidad
Motorcycle - Spain Speed Chamionship 18, 19 June
Circuit de Catalunya Montmeló
Buckler Speed motorcycle racing
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LKXA Barcelona Extreme 2011
4, 5 June
Estadio Camp Nou
Regal F.C. Barcelona v R.C.D. Espanyol
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* Want to see past months' events? Take a look! Barcelona Events
