NEWS | ALMA Occident Festival Barcelona 2025 - Summer Sounds at the Iconic Poble Espanyol
- Andrea Rigalós
- Jun 26
- 2 min read
This summer, ALMA Occident Festival Barcelona returns to the enchanting Poble Espanyol from June 26 to July 21, 2025, offering an immersive blend of music, culture and Mediterranean evenings under the stars. The festival, which has earned acclaim as “Best New Festival” at the Iberian Festival Awards, promises a stellar line‑up spanning genres and generations.
The musical itinerary kicks off with Wilco on June 26, followed the next night by The Cult and Alan Parsons Live Project on June 28. Irish-pop icons The Corrs bring their return on June 29. July continues with legendary acts like Los Tigres del Norte (July 1), a two-night stay of Spanish sensation Guitarricadelafuente (July 2–3), and the unmistakable ska energy of Madness (July 4).
The second week hosts Zahara & Natalia Lacunza (July 5), El Kuelgue & Zoe Gotusso (July 6), Parov Stelar (July 7) and Fangoria (July 8), while the third week deepens the diversity with José González & Charlie Cunningham (July 11), flamenco‑pop star Raule (July 12), and vibrant salsa icons Grupo Niche (July 13).
Headliners shine through with Residente (July 14), the reunion of Spanish super‑group G‑5 (July 16), soul‑blues powerhouse Rag’n’Bone Man (July 18), and a grand finale featuring Julieta Venegas & Rita Payés (July 21).
More than just concerts, ALMA’s Village Banc Sabadell opens each evening from 19:00, inviting festivalgoers to explore food trucks, artisanal drinks, and emerging artists like Alba Morena, Gara Durán, Ven’nus and others—creating a warm, curated prelude to the main events. Set in the architectural charm of Montjuïc, the festival delivers an intimate yet vibrant urban oasis, marrying international talent with local culture in a uniquely Barcelona experience.