Halloween 2025 + La Castanyada: must-do plans
Here’s a practical itinerary (with addresses, schedules, and indicative prices) to experience the city like a local: parties, spooky walks, boat parties and—of course—roasted chestnuts, sweet potatoes, and panellets.
Halloween or La Castanyada? In Barcelona, both!
In Catalonia, the night of October 31 overlaps with La Castanyada, a popular celebration tied to All Saints’ Day (November 1). Tradition calls for eating roasted chestnuts, baked sweet potatoes, and panellets (marzipan-based sweets coated with pine nuts). You’ll also see the iconic castanyera (the chestnut seller with her brazier) all over town. Many people also visit cemeteries on November 1 to remember loved ones.
TODAY — Friday, October 31, 2025
1) Halloween Boat Party (late afternoon–evening)
What: a festive cruise with DJ, costumes, and an after-party.
Meeting point: The Coconut Club, C/ Ramon Trias Fargas, 2, 08005 (Port Olímpic). Check-in required; typical departure around 17:00 (confirm on your ticket).
Price (approx.): from €59.
Tip: arrive 30–60 minutes early and come in costume.
2) “Creepy Halloween” at Poble Espanyol (family or late-night modes)
What: the Montjuïc venue transforms with tunnels, street shows, and activities (family time slots by day; scarier options at night).
Where: Poble Espanyol, Av. Francesc Ferrer i Guàrdia, 13, 08038.
When: weekends and Nov 1–2; Saturdays 10:00–22:00, Sundays until 21:00.
Price (approx.): €10.50–€16.50, depending on date and package.
3) Concerts and cultural vibes
Check the weekend agenda for film-score concerts, youth festivals, or Asian cinema screenings, depending on your mood.
Saturday & Sunday — November 1–2
4) La Rambla in “Catrina” mode (Sunday, Nov 2)
Expect a Catrina Parade and activities hosted by Barcelona’s Mexican community—great for photos and to connect Halloween, Día de Muertos, and Tots Sants.
5) All Saints’ Day at the cemeteries
Cementiri de Poblenou (Avinguda d’Icària, s/n, 08005): offerings and, on selected dates, night cultural tours (very limited spots).
Good to know: on Nov 1 there’s often a morning choir concert at Poblenou.
6) Funeral Carriage Museum (Montjuïc) — quirky plan
Address: C/ Mare de Déu de Port, 56–58 (entrance to Montjuïc Cemetery).
Price: free; check weekend hours.
7) Where to try panellets like a local
Classic bakeries such as Escribà, Forn Mistral, or La Colmena usually offer seasonal assortments (pine nuts, almond, coffee, coconut…).
Quick tips for Barcelona
Book ahead for anything ticketed (Poble Espanyol, boat party).
Transport: for Montjuïc, metro Espanya (L1/L3) + bus; for Port Olímpic, Ciutadella–Vila Olímpica (L4).