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CaixaForum's deep dive into Henri Matisse
The best things to do in Barcelona, curated by locals. Events, restaurants, nightlife and the spots worth knowing – updated weekly.

CaixaForum's deep dive into Henri Matisse

The CCCB’s latest exhibition delves into one of the most loaded ideas in culture

Fundació Joan Miró shows the work of artist Kapwani Kiwanga

CaixaForum’s latest exhibition exploring blur and visual imprecision

A film festival built around feminist cinema and challenging stereotypes

Swap your usual workout for a stretch session by the sea

This workshop treats illustration as a way of slowing down and reconnecting with nature

Instrumental trio The Aristocrats come to Sala Apolo

A gripping documentary about Congolese independence and its aftermath

Anna Cazenave Cambet's raw drama, starring Vicky Krieps

A first Barcelona show for New York guitarist and producer Brian J

A double bill comes to Sala Wolf as part of Barcelona’s independent rock circuit

A great excuse to get out of the city and into wine country.

Catalan newcomer MAIG comes to Razzmatazz

An outdoor community yoga meetup, hosted by Dilber Nurdinova

An exhibition on one of Latin America’s most famous street photographers

A women’s football meet-up built around community

The CCCB explores the imaginative world of author Mercè Rodoreda

Silence at Sea combines meditation with a sailing experience

An exhibition that turns the family video into a window onto a century of everyday life

An exhibition on the photography of Catalan photographer, Joaquim Gomis

MACBA welcomes a new exhibition on the work of Anna Moreno

Reflecting on MACBA’s 30-year journey through a metaphor of starling murmuration

An exhibition led by two Palestinian artists featuring songs, poetry, installations and more

Individual paellas – rare in Barcelona – made from Mercat de la Concepció produce at this Eixample classic since 1950.

A pair of stylish open-air spots to choose from each with a laid-back Yurbban feel

Once a former dairy, La Vaca (“the cow”) is now a creative coworking space in Barcelona’s Poble Sec neighborhood.

El Sueño comes with views that remind us why we fell in love with Barcelona

Eating brunch at Faire, on Carrer Girona, means having a positive impact on the planet.

A cosy open-air terrace with a laid-back, beach-bar spirit

The small shop provides a variety services including repair, sales and rental…

Deep Pizza is proud to make Detroit-style pizza...

This gastrobar offering Catalan dishes with a genuine Lebanese touch.

Homemade food, great music, local beers and what they bill as “the best terrace of the @22 district.”

Eat My Trip is an exciting brunch spot in the city, tying together the inspiration of travel and food through the fusion of flavors from around the world.

Soho House mixes old Barcelona bones with the brand’s signature cool aesthetic

Opened by three friends, Cal Trapella offers a cosy refuge in which to devour the homemade tapas on offer.

A new edition to the city’s hip and healthy coffee scene

Açaí&Me specialises in the 3 B’s: breakfast, brunch and bowls

The first completely egg-based brunch spot in Barcelona

Hula Poke serves a range of the Native Hawaiian poke bowls with fresh fish and a selection of toppings.

A beautiful concept store and restaurant.

Luzuria is about simple food made with passion.

A furniture restoration studio and boutique in Gràcia.

A publishing house turned bookstore and gallery space in Sant Antoni.

The unassuming Poblenou ramen restaurant taking the city by storm

A Goan tapas bar blending Indian recipes with Barcelona’s sharing-plate style

Catalan bistró serving up innovative, exquisite small dishes.

This restaurant-cum-wine bar mixes cuisines from China, Japan and Korea

A platform and campus supporting entrepreneurship, innovation and sustainability.

A coworking space in the 22@ innovation district.

Rent a bike, take a tour or buy second-hand.

A range covering all genres from manga and superheroes to horror and beyond.

They specialize in premium-quality octopus sourced directly from the Galician Rías…