Now that summer is beginning, it is convenient to review some of the most anticipated popular summer festivals in Catalonia.. This region of the country is characterized by the cultural richness of its festivities with various examples of celebrations. Throughout the summer season there are festivals that are worth attending and enjoying to the fullest..

A good attitude and wanting to have fun is the essential factor in these celebrations where gastronomy, music and traditions are enjoyed at all times..

Parties you can't miss

• Major Festivals (between June and September)

The Fiesta Mayor is a great celebration that each town prepares and is represented by several days of music, activities, concerts, popular culture, fireworks, and a long etcetera..

Of all the Major Festivals, the Major Festival of Gracia stands out, where all the streets of the neighborhood are dressed up; the Sants Festival, where renowned artists are invited to the Sants neighborhood area, in Barcelona, to give concerts in honor of Saint Bartholomew; while the El Prat neighborhood celebrates the Festival par excellence in honor of San Cosme and San Damián. Among the acts are numerous cultural and recreational activities for all audiences. There is also no shortage of religious meetings and traditional folklore shows. In addition, you can enjoy the Festival of Tárrega, a celebration where popular culture, gastronomy and children's activities are mixed.

• The Assumption of Mary (August 15)

It is a religious celebration that takes place every August 15. It celebrates the departure of Mary from earthly life and the assumption of her body into heaven. Many are the faithful who celebrate it in multiple Catalan neighborhoods such as the Gracia neighborhood, Barcelona; in the town of Monellts, Girona; or in the city of San Joan de Toran, Lleida, among many others.

During this date, traditional music and dances, religious acts, regional costumes, historical representations, gastronomy and an endless number of centenarian traditions fill the streets full of people willing to enjoy themselves to the fullest..

This celebration is also carried out in other parts of Spain.

• The Day of Catalonia (September 11)

The national holiday of Catalonia is called “Diada”, and it is one of the most anticipated dates by the Catalan people.. In it, the fall of Barcelona into the hands of the Bourbon troops under the command of the Duke of Berwick during the War of the Spanish Succession on September 11, 1714 is commemorated.. Since then, this day represents a day of vindication and defense of national rights and freedoms..

Throughout this day for each town in Catalonia there are demonstrations, concerts and information stands are placed with a protest or festive nuance.