Activities Barcelona

La Mercè: Sardana Competition

Dance groups compete in front of the cathedral to music by Cobla La Principal del Llobregat. The programme also announces a participatory sardana after the competition, opening the tradition to the crowd.

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Date and time
27 Sept 2026 · 11:00–13:00Free
Location
Avinguda de la Catedral
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Original editorial programme artwork for La Mercè: Sardana Competition. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

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Why make time for it

The venue is Avinguda de la Catedral. Admission is free. Check any reservation requirements and capacity limits before travelling.

Practical details last checked 24 Sept 2026

Pick your moment.

All times are local to Barcelona (Europe/Madrid).

27 Sept 2026
11:00–13:00
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Avinguda de la Catedral

Avinguda de la Catedral, 1, Barcelona

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Avinguda de la Catedral, 1, Barcelona

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