Your ultimate guide to Primavera Sound 2025

Welcome to your comprehensive guide to Primavera Sound 2025 in Barcelona! This post provides all the essential information to ensure you have an unforgettable experience at this iconic music festival. If you want to chat to festival goers you can join our Barcelona English Speakers Primavera Sound WhatsApp community. This is an update from the Primavera Sound 2024 post that I made, with all the latest information.

Key Details of Primavera Sound 2025

Location and Dates

Where: Primavera Sound 2025 will be held at the Parc del Fòrum in Barcelona, Spain.
When: The festival is scheduled from June 4th to June 8th, 2025. The main festival days are from June 5th to June 7th, with additional programming on June 4th and a closing party on June 8th. The last day (8th) is usually a collaboration with Brunch Electronic and is more of a day festival with electronic music in the same venue (but much reduced).

Ticket Pricing

General Admission: A three-day pass is priced at €325.
Local’s tickets are available for the weekend for €295.
VIP Tickets: For a more exclusive experience, VIP passes are available at €545, this gives you slightly cheaper drinks and gets you in a VIP entrance (usually saves a few mins) and also access to the front of the main stages.
There is also a 10% discount for paying on a Revolut card.
Day tickets are also available, but prices have not been published yet.

Accommodation

Primavera Sound’s urban setting in Barcelona means there’s no on-site camping, but the city offers a wide range of accommodation options to suit all preferences and budgets:

Hotels: Luxury options like the Princess Hotel and Marriott’s AC Hotel Barcelona Fórum are in close proximity to the festival grounds.
Hostels: Budget-friendly choices such as St Christopher’s Inn and Zero provide comfort and convenience.
Airbnb: Numerous Airbnb listings are available throughout the city, catering to various group sizes and budgets, but it is quite limited due to local laws.

Neighbourhoods to Consider

When choosing accommodation, consider the following neighbourhoods for their proximity and connectivity to the festival site:

El Born

A lively and historic neighborhood in the heart of the city, El Born is known for its narrow, medieval streets, unique shops, and vibrant nightlife with an array of bars and restaurants. It’s around 15 minutes to the festival via public transport and within walking distance of major attractions like the Picasso Museum. This area is great for those wanting nightlife right at their doorstep, but it can be bustling, especially in the evenings.

El Gótico

Full of character and medieval charm, El Gótico offers winding streets, historic sites, and a bustling nightlife scene. Close to the L4 metro line, it’s about a 20-minute journey to the festival and very central to the city’s main attractions. Be cautious of pickpockets here, as it can get crowded at night, but it’s perfect for those looking for an authentic, atmospheric Barcelona experience.

El Raval

Known for its edgy, bohemian vibe, El Raval is a cultural hotspot with diverse bars, restaurants, and art galleries. It’s about 20 minutes from the festival site by metro and just a short walk to the city centre. Nightlife in El Raval is vibrant and eclectic, with options ranging from laid-back pubs to late-night clubs. Ideal for festival-goers looking for a lively, artsy neighbourhood with plenty to explore.

La Barceloneta

A beachside neighbourhood with a relaxed, coastal vibe, La Barceloneta is a favourite for its proximity to the sea and easy access to both the city centre (10-15 minutes) and the festival (15 minutes by metro). It offers a good selection of seafood restaurants and beach bars. While it doesn’t have a bustling nightlife scene, its beach location and proximity to central Barcelona make it a great choice for festival-goers wanting a mix of sun and city.

L’Eixample

A spacious and elegant residential area, L’Eixample is known for its broad avenues, modernist architecture, and varied dining options. It has a good selection of bars and restaurants, with connectivity to the festival site varying by location—those on the right side (Dreta de l’Eixample) have easier access. It’s about 20-30 minutes to the festival depending on your exact location, making it a versatile base with a relaxed but lively nightlife.

Gràcia

An artsy and residential area with a bohemian feel, Gràcia has cool bars, indie cafes, and a laid-back nightlife. Known for its strong community atmosphere, it’s about 25 minutes from the festival via the L4 metro. While a bit further from the city centre, Gràcia’s unique character and lively plaza culture make it ideal for those wanting a different side of Barcelona with a relaxed vibe.

Sants-Montjuïc

A culturally rich and eclectic district, Sants-Montjuïc is known for attractions like Montjuïc Castle and the Magic Fountain. The area has plenty of authentic bars and tapas spots for a low-key nightlife. It’s about 25 minutes to the festival site by metro (L1 and L3 lines) and offers a peaceful retreat with easy connections to both the festival and the city centre.

Sant Andreu

This quieter, traditional neighbourhood has a local Catalan feel, with charming squares, tapas bars, and cafes. It’s roughly 30 minutes from the festival site via the L1 metro line. Ideal for those who prefer a relaxed atmosphere and more low-key nightlife, Sant Andreu is well-connected yet away from the city’s busiest areas, making it a good choice for a peaceful stay.

Sant Martí

Close to the festival, Sant Martí provides a balanced mix of residential and modern amenities, including shopping centres and casual bars. Located on the L4 line, it’s about a 10-15 minute journey to the festival and well-suited for festival-goers looking for nearby conveniences and a short commute. Nightlife here is laid-back, with a mix of casual bars and eateries.

L’Hospitalet de Llobregat

An emerging area southwest of Barcelona, L’Hospitalet has an expanding arts scene and a growing selection of bars and venues. About 30 minutes from the festival by metro (L1 or L9), it’s a budget-friendly area with a vibrant but less touristy nightlife. L’Hospitalet offers good transport connections to both the city centre and the festival, ideal for those seeking affordable accommodation and a unique local vibe.

Getting to the Festival & Getting Around

The festival site is located at the bottom right corner of Diagonal Mar and is connected by the L4 (yellow) metro line. The “El Maresme | Fòrum” stop is approximately a 5-minute walk to the festival.

Metro: The L4 line connects various parts of the city to the festival site.
Tram: The Tram has a “Port Fòrum” stop right outside the venue, connecting you to Poblenou and Vila Olímpica.
Citymapper App: Highly recommended for navigating the city, as it includes all public transport options.
Travel Cards: The T-Casual card offers 10 trips across the public transport network for around €12.50 (you will need to pay a €1 deposit for a reusable card that you can top up at most train and metro stations along with some tram stops), including the overland train to the airport and the 46 bus to both terminals (but not the Aerobus or the metro)
Hola Barcelona: I do not recommend this "offer" that is being pushed by Primavera, you will get much more value from getting a T-Causal and if you run out of the 10 journeys then you can top it up as required.

Getting to/from the Airport

I highly recommend getting to/from the airport using the Aerobus (€7.50 one way / €12.50 return). It is fast and services both terminals and has a couple of stops along the way, and it starts/ends in Placa Catalunya.

You can get the overland train from the airport from Terminal 2 which takes you into the city centre, and you can use your T-Casual on this route. There is also a free T1/T2 bus that will take you between terminals but takes around 15/20 mins.

You also have the option to get the metro, but I do not recommend this, it is slow and you need a separate ticket to use this (the T-Casual does not work for the airport)

Shuttle Bus

The festival provides a shuttle bus from the festival site to Plaça de Catalunya during the following times (the fee is between €3-€5, we will update when we have more information):

Parc del Fòrum to Plaça de Catalunya:

Thursday: Midnight to 5 am
Friday: 2 am to 5 am
Saturday: 3 am to 7 am
Plataforma Marina (main stages) to Plaça de Catalunya:
Thursday, Friday, and Saturday: Midnight to 4 am

Alternative Transportation

Electric Motorbikes and Bikes: Companies like Acciona, Cooltra, and Yego offer rentals, by the minute, including helmets - powered by an app and are scattered around the city. Sign up in advance as licence validation is required. (Note these are affiliate links that give you free minutes when you sign up)
Taxis: Using apps like FreeNow is recommended for booking taxis, as it allows you to track routes and leave reviews. Be mindful of taxi’s trying to charge you a “fixed fee” this is illegal and no uncommon - tell them to use the meter and take the drivers details in case you need to report them.
Ride-Sharing: Cabify offers good prices and cars, as does Bolt, whilst Uber operates in Barcelona but may have longer wait times and higher prices.

Weather

Temperature Range: In early June, Barcelona typically experiences average high temperatures around 21.5°C (71°F) and average lows around 13.7°C (57°F).
Sunshine and Rain: Expect around eight hours of sunshine daily with a moderate chance of rain, averaging about five days in May.

Food & Drink

Food Selection: A wide variety of food trucks offer options for all tastes, including many vegetarian and vegan choices. Expect to pay around €8-€12 for a meal.
Drink Prices: A small beer costs around €3.50, a large one €5, and a glass of wine approximately €4 (plus a €1 deposit for the reusable cup).

Lineup

The lineup for Primavera Sound 2025 has been announced, featuring headliners Charli XCX, Chappell Roan, and Sabrina Carpenter. The festival will also host performances by LCD Soundsystem, FKA twigs, HAIM, Jamie xx, Fontaines D.C., Beach House, IDLES, Clairo, Turnstile, and many more.

We have just added the days line up, set times are usually released a month before the festival so please check back soon.

Primavera Festival Day Acts

Summary

Primavera Sound in Barcelona is a premier music festival that combines world-class performances with the vibrant atmosphere of the city. The 2025 edition, set against the beautiful backdrop of Barcelona from June 4th to June 8th,