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Chez Matisse
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

More than 300 young people explore what it means to be seventeen today

A celebration of craft culture, bringing together artisans and makers in one place

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

One of the city’s prettiest spring traditions held at Parc de Cervantes

A women’s football meet-up built around community

DocsBarcelona returns as one of the city’s most interesting film festivals

One of Barcelona’s oldest and most traditional street fairs returns

Marcin Wierzchowski's documentary about the aftermath of a massacre

Intimate electronics from London and Barcelona

Fundació Joan Miró shows the work of artist Kapwani Kiwanga

Silence at Sea combines meditation with a sailing experience

Marcos Valle arrives as one of the great architects of modern Brazilian music

Wong Kar-wai's richly atmospheric romantic drama

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

A gripping documentary about Congolese independence and its aftermath

An outdoor community yoga meetup, hosted by Dilber Nurdinova

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

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

The CCCB explores the imaginative world of author Mercè Rodoreda

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 on one of Latin America’s most famous street photographers

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Artisanal European cheeses as well as quality crackers, jams, mustards and more.

A little oasis of southern Spanish tapas and cheap beer.

Sant Antoni’s newest addition to the thriving Thai restaurant scene.

Argentinian restaurant in Sant Antoni serving empanadas, tapas and more.

Workouts combine weights with natural, functional movements performed at high intensity…

Master the art of stand-up paddleboard…

Gràcia’s number one bakery serving up artisan sourdough breads and pastries

The center is devoted to helping balance the body, calm the mind and care for the spirit

Spain’s first aerial dance school.

Serving up some of the city’s best tacos.

A reference shop for all things music-production related…

An ethical and sustainable fashion and accessories boutique in Barri Gòtic

Enjoy good food with a local feel at Santamasa in Sarrià.

This tiny Thai restaurant is as authentic as it gets.

Comics as well as graphic novels, fantasy and horror fiction, DVDs and toys.

This eatery crafts American-style sandwiches.

These baked works of art are every bit as delicious as they look.

Enough to satisfy the most passionate cake lover or seriously homesick American.

This is one of the city’s first vegetarian restaurants and a pioneer in sustainability.