Ferran Palau transforms the Auditori with an intimate and unique concert this weekend

Ferran Palau presents his new album at the Auditori in a minimalist format. Gràcia fills with fire and calçots during its winter festivities. Centelles becomes the epicentre of esotericism and magic. A weekend to experience the city in a different way.

This weekend, Barcelona becomes a vibrant stage for those seeking different cultural experiences. The Auditori hosts the return of Ferran Palau, who premieres his album “Aniversari Feliç” in a format as stripped-back as it is moving: voice and guitar alone. The event promises an intimate atmosphere, where every chord and word takes centre stage, far from artifice and with emotion close to the surface.

Meanwhile, the squares and streets of Gràcia are preparing for one of winter's most eagerly awaited celebrations. The Foguerons de Sant Antoni, a Mallorcan heritage, fill the neighbourhood with bonfires, calçotades and fire shows. From the afternoon onwards, the atmosphere is transformed with castellers, parades and puppets, culminating at night as the flames light up emblematic corners such as Virreina, Diamant and Nord. The popular calçotada on Perill Street adds flavour and tradition to a day designed to be enjoyed by the community.

For those who prefer to escape the city, Centelles offers a magical alternative. Cau de Bruixes switches off the streetlights and turns its streets into a universe of witches, torches and esoteric markets. Workshops, gymkhanas and shows for all ages fill the weekend with mystery and advocacy, recalling the past of repression and celebrating diversity. The proclamation of the witch of the year and the night-time party at the Akelarre promise an experience difficult to forget, just 50 minutes from Barcelona.

The Auditori de Barcelona, opened in 1999, has become one of the city's most versatile and prestigious cultural spaces. Its programme ranges from classical music to contemporary offerings, and its modern architecture makes it a reference point for artists and audiences. Its commitment to intimate formats, such as Ferran Palau's, reinforces its role as a meeting point for those who want to experience music up close and without filters.