Festa de Sant Medir 2017
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Plaça de la Vila de Gràcia Plaça de la Vila de Gràcia, 08012 Barcelona
Sweet tooths rejoice! On March 3rd the streets of Gràcia will come alive for this traditional candy festival, also known as ‘la festa més dolça’ (the sweetest festival). First held in 1830, it originated as a local legend. Today, 60 tonnes of sweets are given away each year on this day, which also features a colourful procession. Making its way through the streets of the neighbourhood and culminating at the Jardinets de Gràcia, the parade is formed by numerous community groups, horses, carts and lorries. It’s typical for attendees to bring along an umbrella as the forecast often calls for rain, and always for candy. If the weather stays dry, you can flip your umbrella over and use it as a sweets-catcher.
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