Halloween · 2026

Halloween   in   Barcelona   2026:   salsa   and   bachata   dancing

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Halloween in Barcelona 2026 illustration with costumed couples dancing salsa and bachata, a pumpkin and the Sagrada Família

A Saturday social in Poblenou, the Freedom festival and Sunday afternoon salsa: dates and practical details to help you choose.

We'll keep updating all our guides with new events and programme changes.

Barcelona’s Halloween dancing can mean a multi-day festival, a Saturday social or Sunday afternoon salsa. The announced programme runs from October 30 to November 1, with different formats and hours to choose from.

October 30–November 1: a weekend with Freedom

Freedom Otoño Festival combines salsa and bachata workshops, shows, a competition and socials in a queer setting. It includes a Halloween party and a Día de Muertos closing event. The listed opening is Friday at 8 pm, at Espai Freedom, Rosselló 384.

Activities span several spaces, so check the locations and pass inclusions. This is the option for spending several days dancing.

Saturday, October 31: salsa and bachata in Poblenou

Casino l’Aliança del Poblenou and La Casa del Son announce Gran Social de Halloween, from 10:30 pm to 2:30 am, with salsa, timba, bachata and son. There is an opening workshop, DJ Papi and a costume contest.

Listed admission is €15 general or €18 at the door, including water, a soft drink or beer. See the programme and tickets. Consider it for a single-night dance plan.

Sunday, November 1: afternoon salsa and costumes

¡Salsa hasta la muerte! closes the weekend at Laietana Cultural, Via Laietana 64, from 5 pm to 10 pm. The announcement includes salsa, shows, DJ Vinyl, a hora loca and a costume contest, with €80 for the best costume.

Published information lists €6 and €8 rates with differing conditions; confirm the applicable price when booking. It offers afternoon dancing after Saturday’s parties. The event page includes the flyer and original announcement.