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SÓNAR 2026 arrives at Gran Via in Barcelona with music and technology for three days
Barcelona prepares for a new edition of Sónar Festival, which in 2026 introduces a key change: moving to the Gran Via venue. On 18, 19 and 20 June, the festival will bring together electronic music, innovation and digital culture in an expanded format.
The new location allows for growth and a reorganisation of the experience. The event will feature six stages, combining outdoor and indoor spaces, with a programme designed to explore different styles throughout the day. The idea is to make it easier to move smoothly between concerts and activities.
Beyond the music, SÓNAR maintains its commitment to innovation with SÓNAR+D. This space brings together conferences, workshops, and professional meetings focused on the relationship between technology and creativity. It has become one of the festival’s main attractions for those working in or closely following the industry.
The change of venue marks a new chapter. The Gran Via site allows for better integration of the festival’s different areas and increased capacity, while maintaining a balance between concerts, experimentation, and networking.
With more than three decades of history, SÓNAR remains one of the key dates on Barcelona’s cultural calendar, attracting both local and international audiences.
The festival will concentrate much of its activity in the Gran Via area, with more movement and attendance during those days. There will also be increased use of public transport and services near the venue. For the city, it represents an economic and cultural boost with a direct impact on leisure and tourism.
In this way, SÓNAR reinforces its role as one of the events that set the pace for Barcelona in June.