Barcelona carnival 2022 – Featured Activities

Barcelona Carnival 2022 is here and it promises to be one of the biggest and best ever! Despite being the second carnival during the pandemic, this year Barcelona will host an array of fantastic and flamboyant activities brimming with colour and excitement from 24 February to 2 March.

Barcelona Carnival 2022 will bring freedom and fantasy to all districts in Barcelona, so don’t miss our complete guide to a range of featured activities for young and old!

Barcelona Carnival 2022
Barcelona Carnival 2022

Barcelona Carnival 2022: Thursday, 24 March

Just like every year, Barcelona Carnival 2022 will be kicked off on Jueves Lardero, or Fat Thursday. Traditionally, this last Thursday before Lent marks the start of the celebrations and feasting before the upcoming period of fasting.

El Arribo – 5:45 pm

This year, El Arribo opening ceremony will take place on La Rambla in honour of all those who work in kiosks, and will be presented by King Tòtil and Queen Belluga.

This magical parade will end at Palau de la Virreina to hold the much-awaited Taronjada. This rebellious event dates back to 1333 when the Council of One Hundred prohibited the throwing of oranges, and is celebrated this Barcelona Carnival 2022 with the throwing of orange confetti and fireworks.

Culinary events

Similar to past years, Barcelona Carnival 2022 will welcome an array of gastronomic events on Dijous Llarder, from omelette competitions, coca bread tasting events, show cooking, and much more.

Highlights include the truita tasting and concert at 6 pm at the Centre Cívic Font de la Guatlla, the Centre Cívic el Coll’s Fat Thursday for the elderly at 5 pm and La Violeta Omelette contest at 8pm. What’s more, anyone can take part in the ninth edition of Entruita’t’. Find more information about this online omelette competition here.

And whilst we’re on the topic of food, don’t forget to try the traditional coca de llardons: this pork crackling bread topped with pine nuts is one of the most typical sweet-and-savoury Barcelona Carnival 2022 treats.

Barcelona Carnival 2022: Friday, 25 March – Saturday, 26 March

On the 25th, Barcelona Carnival 2022 brings us a plethora of parades, or Rúas. With 30 in total around the entire city, you’ll be spoiled for choice. This year, Barcelona Carnival 2022 will bring the city’s Old Quarter to life with a special event for kids at 5.45 pm, with two colourful parades starting from Plaça de la Mercè and Plaça de la Acadèmia respectively, and ending in Plaça del Rei.

Highlights on Saturday 25th include the ‘Carnavalassu adult’ (5 pm) with a parade starting at Sant Felip Neri and ending at Avinguda Francesc Cambó. Gràcia’s main parade will start at 6 pm in the Jardinets de Gràcia and will end at Plaça de la Vila. And in Les Corts things get started at 4:30 pm in La Plaça Comas, and will finish with a chocolate event and entertainment for kids in Plaça de Can Rosés.

Unlike in other towns and cities, which save the best for Sunday, Barcelona on Saturday will be brimming with a range of parades, pageants and processions in addition to workshops, tasting events, costume parties and masquerades. There are so many events to choose from in fact, we recommend checking out the official city council website to find out what’s going on in your area.

Barcelona Carnival 2022: Wednesday, 2 March

In Christian cultures around the world, Ash Wednesday celebrates the start of Lent. Bringing Barcelona Carnival 2022 to a close will be the traditional “Burial of the Sardine”. This ritual marks the seven days of decadence and celebration and gives way to a time of sobriety and abstinence. This procession symbolises a burial of the past to make way for the new and is an event that cannot be missed.

This Barcelona Carnival 2022, there are eight different burials to choose from in the city, each with its own peculiar traditions. Catch parodies of funeral processions, the burning of the King of Carnival and community meals of… you guessed it – sardines!

Some highlights include the Centre Cívic de Guinardó’s New Orleans-style sardine burial at 5:30 pm and the burial of the King of Carnival at 7 pm at the Cotxeres de Sants auditorium, to bring this magical time to a close.

But wait… it’s not over yet! La Barceloneta will celebrate its very own Carnival the following weekend. So get ready for more fun and frivolities!

From bizFlats, we wish you a very merry Barcelona Carnival 2022!

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Complete Guide to Mobile World Congress 2022 in Barcelona

The Mobile World Congress 2022 is almost here! This leading technology event is back with its pulse on the latest and most cutting-edge advances in the world of connectivity and tech.

With networking opportunities, keynote speeches by senior executives of some of the world’s tech giants, plus a whole range of tech-related activities both online and offline, the Mobile World Congress 2022 can’t be missed!

After 2020’s event was cancelled and 2021 saw a reduced-format of the Mobile World Congress, this year promises to be two to three times bigger than last year’s. With seven halls packed full of activities, over 1,500 exhibitors, the Ministerial Programme, plus this year’s new Industry City feature, this is the place to be if you want to learn, connect, and delve into the future of the tech industry.

We’ve put together this complete guide with everything you need to know about the Mobile World Congress 2022 in Barcelona.

Mobile world congress 2022

When will the Mobile World Congress 2022 take place?

Barcelona’s biggest technology fair will take place from 28 February to 3 March. With just two weeks to go until the big event, be sure to check out the MWC online checklist to make sure you comply with all Covid regulations and are fully registered to take part.

The timetable for the Mobile World Congress 2022 is as follows:

Monday 28 February:  8:30 am – 7:00 pm

Tuesday, 1 March: 8:30 am – 7:00 pm

Wednesday, 2 March: 8:30 am – 7:00 pm

Thursday, 3 March: 8:30 am – 4:00 pm

Where is the Mobile World Congress 2022 being held and how can I get there?

Just like in past years, the event is being held at the Fira on Gran Vía, with great public transport connections. From Plaça Espanya and Passeig de Gràcia train stations there are regular commuter trains with a stop at Fira that will get you there in less than 15 minutes. Alternatively, it can be reached in 20 minutes by car or taxi from the centre of Barcelona.

What Covid health and safety measures will be in place?

Heath and safety is paramount at the Mobile World Congress 2022. In addition to the checklist we’ve mentioned, all in-person attendees must download the MWC app for contactless entry into the precinct using their Digital Badge.

What’s more, all attendees must be in possession of a Covid passport, certificate of recovery or negative test to access the event. Attendees must remember that FFP2 masks are compulsory, plus ventilation and disinfection of all locations has been increased.

What format will the event have?

The Mobile World Congress 2022 will take place as a hybrid event, with ticket options for those who wish to attend in person and for those who’d like to opt for the virtual pass.

Physical attendees will get the chance to visit the physical stands of the world’s biggest mobile and technology providers, including leading companies Google, Samsung, Xiaomi, Nokia, Nokia, Orange and Huawei. In addition to being the perfect opportunity for making new connections, keep an eye out for the latest mobile releases and cutting-edge products.

Online participants will have access to a selection of 35 keynote speeches and over 1,000 talks by other speakers. Not forgetting 100+ hours of content and virtual networking opportunities!

Where can I buy my ticket for the Mobile World Congress 2022?

Tickets are on sale online now, with various options available for hybrid, in-person and online passes as we’ve mentioned. Discover them here and all the benefits that come with them!

What themes will the Mobile World Congress 2022 explore?

Under the motto “Connectivity Unleashed”, this year’s grand technology fair will delve into topics and themes such as 5G connections, advancing AI, the Internet of Things, cloud solutions, Tech Horizon, and much more.

This year, you can also catch the Mobile World Congress 2022’s newest feature:  Industry City, which will delve into financial technology and how 5G can be the future of business.

What events and talks can I not miss?

This year’s Diversity for Tech section will explore the current solutions and open up conversations about advancing the tech industry as a diverse environment, spearheading inclusion and equality in all of its areas.

The Ministerial Programme is back with an interesting selection of talks, debates and round-table discussions by politicians and regulatory agencies to discuss current issues and economic recovery in a post-pandemic world.

What’s more, don’t miss Nokia’s CEO Pekka Lundmark and his talk on how mobile connectivity can help combat climate change in addition to many more keynote speeches.

Where’s the best place to stay for the Mobile World Congress 2022?

At bizFlats we have a range of options that are perfect for your business trips to the Mobile World Congress 2022. Our Calabresse, 2-bedroom and 2-bathroom apartment is a perfect option only a short walk away from Plaça Espanya for train services to the Mobile World Congress 2022.

Alternatively, our ArtBlue apartment with a modern working space offers comfort and style in the heart of Barcelona. Not only is it the ideal place to relax after a long day networking, it’s also a mere stone’s throw away from Passeig de Gràcia train station.

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