What is Primavera Sound?
Primavera Sound is a large music festival held each year at Parc del Fòrum, on the seafront in Barcelona. It began in 2001 at the Poble Espanyol and moved to Parc del Fòrum in 2005. It started out with a strong indie rock focus. In recent years pop, hip hop and electronic acts have taken a bigger share of the bill.
The 2025 edition drew around 293,000 people across the week, according to Wikipedia. The 2027 edition is billed as the festival’s 25th anniversary. It is a city festival with no campsite, so most people stay in Barcelona and travel in each day.
When is Primavera Sound 2027?
Primavera Sound 2027 is confirmed. The main festival days at Parc del Fòrum are Thursday 3 to Saturday 5 June 2027. Reports from The FADER and others describe a wider programme running from 2 to 6 June, with extra opening and closing events around the main three days. Check the official site for the exact schedule of each day.
Where is it and how do you get there?
Parc del Fòrum is at the north-east end of Barcelona’s seafront, in the Sant Martí district.
- Flights: Barcelona El Prat airport has direct flights from London and several other UK airports. Compare budget airlines and book early, as early June is busy.
- Airport to the city: the Aerobus runs from both terminals to Plaça Espanya and Plaça Catalunya. Barcelona’s tourist board gives the journey time as around 30 minutes.
- Metro: the nearest station is El Maresme | Fòrum on the yellow L4 line, about five minutes’ walk from the site.
- Tram and bus: the T4 tram stops at Fòrum. Night buses N6 and N7 have served the site in past years.
- Late night: the Barcelona metro runs all night on Saturdays and until 2am on Fridays. In 2025 there was also a paid shuttle from near the site to Plaça Catalunya in the early hours, booked in advance. Check the 2027 transport plan before you travel.
Tickets and prices
Tickets for 2027 went on sale in October 2026. According to The FADER, a registration-only Fan Sale opened on 8 October 2026 with a full festival ticket at €295 plus booking fees, roughly £255 (approximate). The general sale followed on 9 October on Fever, with the full festival ticket listed at €350 plus fees, roughly £300 (approximate). A VIP full festival ticket was listed at €545 plus fees.
An early bird price of €285 has been reported by third-party sites for an earlier sale in mid 2026, but this has not been confirmed on the official site. Prices can rise between sale phases, so check the official ticket page for the current price. Residents of the Barcelona metropolitan area can get 10% off a full festival ticket. Single-day ticket prices for 2027 have not been confirmed.
Where to stay
There is no camping at Primavera Sound, so you will need a bed in the city. Options include:
- Hostels: the cheapest choice for groups. Dorm beds go quickly for festival week.
- Apartments: splitting a flat between four or five friends can work out cheaper per head than hotels.
- Hotels near the site: the Diagonal Mar and Fòrum area is within walking distance, but prices are higher during the festival.
- Further out: anywhere near the yellow L4 metro line gives a direct ride to El Maresme | Fòrum without changing lines.
Book as soon as you have tickets. Barcelona is busy in June and prices climb close to the dates.
Line-up
The 2027 line-up was announced on 5 October 2026, with around 151 acts. Names reported by The FADER, Clash and DJ Mag include Phoebe Bridgers, Massive Attack, Doechii, Caroline Polachek, FKA twigs, Hayley Williams, Fontaines D.C., Robyn, The Chemical Brothers, Bad Gyal, Lola Young, Pavement and a Skrillex b2b Ninajirachi set. Day splits may still be announced, so check the official site.
Past headliners include Chappell Roan, Charli XCX and Sabrina Carpenter in 2025. In 2026, The Cure, Gorillaz and The xx were among the headliners, while some Thursday sets were cancelled because of weather.
Tips for students
- Register for any presale on the official site. The 2027 Fan Sale was cheaper than the general sale.
- Stay near the L4 metro line to keep late-night journeys simple.
- Check your bank card for foreign transaction fees before you go, or use a travel card.
- Bring sun cream and a refillable bottle. June days in Barcelona can be hot and sets run late.
- Plan your journey home before the last set. Night buses and shuttles fill up after the headliners.
- Make sure your passport is valid and check current entry rules for Spain before booking.
FAQs
Is there camping at Primavera Sound?
No. It is a city festival, so you need to book a hostel, hotel or apartment in Barcelona.
How much is a Primavera Sound 2027 ticket?
Full festival tickets were from €295 plus fees in the October 2026 Fan Sale and €350 plus fees in the general sale. That is roughly £255 to £300 (approximate). Check the official site for the current price.
What is the nearest metro station?
El Maresme | Fòrum on the yellow L4 line, around five minutes’ walk from Parc del Fòrum.
Who is playing Primavera Sound 2027?
Announced acts include Phoebe Bridgers, Massive Attack, Doechii, Caroline Polachek and Fontaines D.C., among around 151 acts.
For tickets, schedules and travel updates, visit the official website. For more festivals, see our festival guide.