Music festivals on the Costa Brava: the best summer concerts
The Costa Brava, in the province of Girona, has established itself as one of the leading cultural destinations in the Mediterranean during the summer, thanks to a programme of top-level music festivals that takes place throughout the Empordà.
Between June and August, the region hosts some of the best music festivals on the Costa Brava, with concerts in unique settings: botanical gardens overlooking the sea, historic castles, squares in charming villages and heritage sites that turn every performance into a special experience.
Attending these festivals is also one of the best things to do on the Costa Brava in summer, combining culture, landscape and Mediterranean atmosphere in some of the most beautiful villages on the coast.
The programme brings together major international artists alongside classical music, opera, jazz and more intimate concerts, positioning the Costa Brava as one of Spain’s top festival destinations.
Staying at Hotel Aigua Blava, in Begur, allows you to enjoy these festivals in total comfort, combining culture, sea and gastronomy in one of the best areas of the coast.
The best music festivals on the Costa Brava
- Cap Roig Festival — Calella de Palafrugell
- Castell de Peralada Festival — Peralada
- Porta Ferrada Festival — Sant Feliu de Guíxols
- Torroella de Montgrí Festival — classical music
- Ítaca Festival — Empordà
- Sons del Món — Roses and Empordà
- Portalblau Festival — L’Escala and Empúries
- Begur International Music Festival
- Habanera singing — Calella and Begur
- Vilabertran Schubertiada — classical music and lied
Cap Roig Festival - Calella de Palafrugell
July and August, Cap Roig Gardens
The Cap Roig Festival is one of the most important music festivals on the Costa Brava and one of the major summer events in Catalonia. It takes place throughout July and until mid-August in the Cap Roig Gardens, in Calella de Palafrugell, a spectacular setting on cliffs overlooking the Mediterranean, making every concert a unique experience.
Its programme brings together top international and national artists every year, with concerts ranging from pop and rock to classical music. The combination of music, natural surroundings and organisation places it among the best-rated festivals in Spain.
20 minutes from Hotel Aigua Blava.
Castell de Peralada International Festival: Peralada
July, Peralada Castle
The Peralada Festival is one of the most prestigious cultural events on the Costa Brava, specialising in opera, classical music and dance. It takes place during the first half of July in the setting of Peralada Castle, a historic venue that adds elegance and character to every performance.
With a carefully curated programme and internationally renowned artists, it is a reference for those seeking a high-level cultural experience during the summer.
Approximately 1 hour from Hotel Aigua Blava.
Porta Ferrada Festival: Sant Feliu de Guíxols
July and August, various venues in Sant Feliu
The Porta Ferrada Festival is the oldest on the Costa Brava and one of the most established, with over six decades of history. Its programme combines live music, theatre and dance, featuring artists from a wide range of genres, and runs from mid-July to the end of August.
It takes place in different venues in Sant Feliu de Guíxols, many of them by the sea, creating a particularly attractive atmosphere on summer nights.
40 minutes from Hotel Aigua Blava.
Torroella de Montgrí Festival
August, Torroella and L’Estartit
The Torroella de Montgrí Festival is one of the leading classical music festivals on the Costa Brava. With a long-standing tradition, it brings together internationally renowned performers and ensembles every summer during the first three weeks of August in Torroella de Montgrí and L’Estartit.
Its programme, focused on musical excellence, makes it a must for lovers of classical music in the Empordà.
25 minutes from Hotel Aigua Blava.
Ítaca Festival: Empordà
April to July, various locations
The Ítaca Festival is one of the most dynamic festivals in the Empordà, with concerts held in different villages on the Costa Brava throughout spring and early summer: L’Escala, Ullastret, Gualta, Corçà, La Pera and Calella de Palafrugell, among others.
It combines contemporary music, culture and unique settings, from historic squares to open-air stages by the sea. One of its highlights is the St John’s Eve celebration on L’Estartit beach, with live music and a unique atmosphere.
Very close to Begur and easily accessible from the hotel.
Sons del Món: Empordà
July, Roses, Vilabertran and Castelló d’Empúries
The Sons del Món festival combines live music with DO Empordà wines, creating an experience that blends culture and gastronomy in historic venues such as the Citadel of Roses, the Monastic Complex of Vilabertran and the Basilica of Castelló d’Empúries. Concerts take place throughout July.
Its programme features leading national and international artists, in a format that stands out for its uniqueness within the cultural offering of the Costa Brava.
1 hour from Hotel Aigua Blava.
Portalblau Festival: L’Escala and Empúries
June to August, various cultural venues
The Portalblau Festival stands out for its connection to Mediterranean culture, with concerts and performances in historic sites such as the Roman Forum of Empúries, the Greek Wall, the Mar d’en Manassa and the Alfolí de la Sal. Its programme runs from mid-June to early August.
It combines music, performing arts, heritage and social commitment, offering a different cultural experience on the Costa Brava.
50 minutes from Hotel Aigua Blava.
Begur International Music Festival
Summer, Begur town centre
The town of Begur hosts its own international music festival, with concerts in emblematic locations and a more intimate format.
An ideal option to enjoy music in a relaxed setting without needing to travel from the hotel.
Habanera singing: Calella de Palafrugell and Begur
Early July
The habanera singing performances are one of the most traditional and beloved events on the Costa Brava. Deeply linked to maritime culture, they bring together popular music by the sea in a unique atmosphere. The most famous takes place in Calella de Palafrugell, every first Saturday of July on Port Bo beach, one of the most iconic beaches on the Costa Brava.
Vilabertran Schubertiada
August, Vilabertran Canonical
The Vilabertran Schubertiada is an internationally renowned festival dedicated to lied and chamber music. It takes place every August in the Canonical of Vilabertran, a beautiful Romanesque venue in the heart of the Alt Empordà, with top-level performers from across Europe.
When to attend festivals on the Costa Brava
Most festivals take place between mid-June and late August. July is the busiest month, with Cap Roig, Peralada, Porta Ferrada, Sons del Món, Portalblau and the habaneras all taking place. August adds Torroella de Montgrí and the Schubertiada, with a slightly quieter atmosphere and equally pleasant temperatures. For those who prefer to avoid peak crowds, June and the first week of July offer a more relaxed experience without missing out on culture.
Enjoy the festivals from Hotel Aigua Blava
The Hotel Aigua Blava, in Begur, is the ideal starting point to enjoy music festivals on the Costa Brava. Its location in the heart of the coastline allows easy access to the main Empordà events without long journeys, while returning each night to one of the most beautiful settings on the coast: coves within walking distance, crystal-clear waters and a landscape of pine trees and cliffs that is part of the experience itself.
Culture, landscape and gastronomy. All from one place.
