For the first time in the history of this celebration, Rome is the guest city for the Mercè festivities in Barcelona 2022.
The Italian city will be the protagonist of the festivities that will take place between September 23 and 26, 2022.
Our summer festival is the best reason to strengthen the strong ties that already exist between the two cities.
All the artistic potential of the Italian capital will be integrated into the programming of Mercè Arts de Carrer and Mercè Música.
The Mercè Festivities in Barcelona 2022
La Mercè is the most anticipated summer festival of the year in Barcelona.
They are celebrated in honor of its patron saint, the Mare de Déu de la Mercè (Virgin of Mercy). The festivities include various activities that integrate culture and tradition.
The celebration is held in all neighborhoods of the city and includes concerts for all tastes, with the presence of outstanding artists and musical groups.
There will also be religious ceremonies, fireworks, sports competitions, parades, gastronomic events such as the Catalonia Wine Fair and the fabulous fireworks show on the last day.
Saturday September 24, 2022 is the day of La Mercè and the festivities will open with joy and lots of color.
It is the big day with the Cavalcade of La Mercè and the traditional dances of giants and big-heads where thousands of people gather in the afternoon on the route through the main streets of the city.
