All the interesting plans you should know as a university resident to enjoy in October in Barcelona

Autumn in Barcelona is a magical season to live at the maximum the experience without missing any plan. For that reason, today at The Lofttown, your university residence in Barcelona, we tell you what are the best plans you can enjoy during October in Barcelona.

We are talking about to a diversity of plans as they are: music festivals, culinary fairs, concerts, plays and movie premieres, seasonal markets, between other fantastic proposals to enjoy in the company of your best friends.

Welcome once again to our blog with the best tips for university residents in Barcelona!

Meet the Viu Montjuïc

Montjuïc is a natural paradise within the city that few have discovered. An ideal place and full of calm from where you can disconnect from the noice of the city. However, during the weekend of 16 and 17 October, this natural corner becomes the epicenter of the city and everything will happen in ‘Viu Montjuïc.

And it will be two intense days with various cultural and leisure activities and most free. In addition, there will also have areas to eat, drink and rest. Don’t miss this great opportunity to rediscover all the magic of this emblematic natural park located in the heart of Barcelona.

The In-Edit 2021 Festival

After the pandemic, the In-Edit Festival is back, a classic in Barcelona, with an audiovisual event with a great reception among Barcelonians, thanks to the large billboard with documentaries for all tastes.

Therefore, the bet for this 2021 is to return to the big screen, to amplify the sensations thanks to the energy and feedback of the attendees and therefore returns to the cinema. Do not miss the appointment with In-Edit from October 28 to November 7 at the Aribau Multicines in the heart of Barcelona.

Passeig de Gourmets

Are you a picky with food and are you open to new tastes? Well, it’s time to enjoy the Passeig de Gourments located on the emblematic Passeig de Gràcia from October 14 to 24, the best gastronomic festival in the city that will have the proposals of great famous chefs.

And for ten days all of Barcelona will be able to enjoy the culinary talent of this glamorous street food of Barcelona.

And best of all, here you can find more Michelin stars from all over the country. If it’s important for you to eat well, you can’t miss this great opportunity.

27 Manga Barcelona

Manga has always been popular with young locals. That is why this 2021, all fans of Japanese culture, those readers of manga and fans in general of anime, meet every October in Barcelona to celebrate the total world of manga.

And so we tell you that the 27th edition of Manga Barcelona will be held from October 29 to November 1 at the Barcelona Montjuïc Fair and will be filled with manga lovers who will enjoy new publishing and cinematographic news, conferences and meetings with authors. Without a doubt, a great opportunity to discover another fantastic side of the city and its people.

La Reial ens Mou

Plaza del Reial is an epicenter of what has been happening in Barcelona for a long time. And even more in last years where it has become a cultural and social point of Ciutat Vella

That is why the great initiative founded by the Association of Friends and Merchants of the Plaza del Reial was born, with which they want to manage the square through a program full of interesting activities, such as concerts, artistic workshops and even sports classes.

If you want to know more about Plaza Reial and from another perspective, this event of full October you will really love it

Jazztrònica Fest & Market 2021

Live music returns to Barcelona and with a more than fantastic mix. We refer to the festival Jazztrònica Fest & Market, a place where jazz and electronic music are in fusion, during the month of October in the city.

This great event takes place in the main garden of the TNC and will feature top-notch international artists such as Gilles Peterson or Roy Ayers, among other local jazz artists. Without a doubt, the best evento for all jazz lovers.

The great scene Poblenou 2021

The district of Poblenou is known for the great creativity that abounds in each of its corners. In addition, full of festivals and events that conquer visitors every year.

Here, the Poblenou 2021 scene celebrates 20 years with 20 shows, with 4 theatrals, 3 dance pieces, 5 hybrid proposals of contemporary art, 7 street circus shows and to close a great concert.

The entire programme of the festival is inspired by contemporary, multidisciplinary and committed to the identity of the city. Don’t miss this great opportunity to experience the essence of Poblenou from an artistic perspective and at your own rhythm.

Now that you know how enjoy the month of October in Barcelona. We remind you that at The Lofttown we want to count on you in our residence to live a unique and unforgettable experience, while you study in Barcelona so that you become one of our #TheLoftowners.

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Have a nice time to return at your routine!