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 Barcelona's Festival La Mercè 2009
The highly anticipated, La Mercè, Barcelona's annual festival, gets
underway this Thursday. Many of the six days of activities and events
can be enjoyed by all
the family. Highlights include the Festival Asia in the park, the Festa al Cel air
show along the beach and the major firework displays of Barceloneta and
Montjuic. The Mercè al Mar honours
Barcelona's affinity with the sea with family shows, boat trips and
activities by the port...see La Mercè 2009 events
Fire runs and Fireworks
No Catalan festival would be complete without a large dose of fiery entertainment. One of the most exciting events of the Mercè, for kids and adults alike, is the spectacular firework displays that are held over 3 days on the beach at Barceloneta. The Festival Pirotècnic Internacional is an unbeatable event that shows extraordinary firework displays from 3 different countries. This year's participants include the USA, France and Spain (Valencia). The Piromusical at Montjuic, celebrating the last day of La Mercè, is a memorising blend of music and fireworks. If the main Correfoc, held in the city centre on Saturday, is too much for your nerves then you can enjoy a subtler but nonetheless illuminating version at the children's event..see La Mercè 2009 events
 A Taste of Asia for all the Family
The
Festival Asia is now a regular feature of the city's La Mercè
celebrations. Visitors to the 8th annual Family Day in the Parc de la Ciutadella this Thursday, can enjoy Bollywood dances,
Chinese dragons, family yoga, Asian delicacies and games as well as storytelling and play sessions in the Marquee of Babies...see details of the Festival Asia
Free Entry to Museums
One of the best aspects of the Mercè festival is the open days held at musuems, galleries and cultural centres around town. As well as the wealth of activities laid on for kids at the CosmoCaixa, free entry to the MNAC exhibitions, workshops at Poble Espanyol and the Maritime musuem, families can once again participate in the mass outdoor art workshop that takes place at the MACBA...see La Mercè 2009 events
Circus at the Castle
If you have been meaning to visit Barcelona's Castle overlooking the city on Montjuic, then the Mercè
is a good time to do so. As well as free entry to the castle on
Thursday, there is daily, outdoor circus entertainment throughout the festival. Castell del Circ
is an annual event that attracts many Barcelona families. Kids can
also play circus games and learn magic tricks from the pros...see details of the Castell del Circ
For more family activities see What's on for Kids in Barcelona
Regards,
www.kidsinbarcelona.com
Issue No. 74
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