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From the 27th of January to the 5th of February, you can enjoy Barcelona for half the price thanks to Barcelona Opportunity Week during which you can take advantage of all kinds of special offers and discounts and enjoy the city to the max at authentically scandalous prices.

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Up until the 1st of November 2011, you will be able to enjoy the 43rd edition of the Voll-Damm International Jazz Festival in Barcelona. It is one of the most popular jazz and blues festivals held in Spain and, of course, it is an unmissable event for all lovers of good music.

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It will probably seem like just another normal Friday when quite simply you’re happy to have two days off. However, in Barcelona this is not the case as yesterday the Festival of Merced, a celebration held in honour of the city’s patron saint, officially started yesterday evening. This year’s edition is shorter than previous ones, however visitors can expect a bag full of surprises, top international artists and a range of 200 different activities. Cancel all your other plans so you can take advantage of all the wonderful things on offer in the festival including incredible Russian artists given that Saint Petersburg is the guest city this year.

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Returning to Barcelona is the Festival Asia as part of the Festés de Mercè celebrations taking place this autumn. Thus, from the 16th to the 25th of September tourists and locals alike will be treated to a rich programme of Asian inspired events and high quality stage shows involving the Asian communities in Spain once again converting Barcelona into the best stage for demonstrating the wealth and diversity of Asian culture.

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San Juan, taking place during the shortest night of the year, is surrounded by legends, magic traditions and ancestral celebrations based around the summer solstice. It is also one of the largest festivals in Catalonia, thus on the 23rd and 24th of June, prepare yourself for a huge party, firecrackers and bonfires, because with all the movement in the city, you’re going to find it very difficult to sleep.

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This weekend promises to be an interesting one as here in Barcelona, it is also a bank holiday weekend. Thus, there’s lots of fun to be had and take advantage of. Here are this week’s suggestions!

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The “Música als Parcs” or “Music in the Parks” classical and jazz music festival will be taking place in our beloved Barcelona over the June, July and August summer months. The dates are yet to be confirmed however, this exciting event will feature a combination of musicians, students and professionals, all interpreters of classical music and jazz performing for the entertainment of visitors and locals alike in the Catalan capital.

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On the 9th of April Jack Daniel’s Music Day will be held on the terraces of the Badalona Olympic Stadium. This is a musical event full of new surprises with a jam-pack line up of top international names such as We are Scientists, Nada Surf, I am Kloot, Frankie Rose&The Outs, Arizona Baby and Cold Cave, as well as Sr. Chinarro, Los Planetas djs and Pin&Pon, in addition to the finalists of the Jack Daniel’s Backstage Demo Contest who will also be performing in the festival.

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From the 16th to the 18th of June Barcelona will be hosting one of the most long-awaited festivals of the year, the Sonar or International Festival of Advanced Music and Multimedia Art that will be celebrating its 18th anniversary this year. Of course, there will be a top line up of artists and the cream of the cream on the international music scene.

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Those of you coming to Catalonia this spring will be delighted to know that Barcelona is celebrating its own Spring Festival. It may not be on par with the famous Seville Spring Festival but who can resist a fabulous feria anywhere comprising music, food, dancing and attractions, with an added Catalan twist.

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Barcelona Carnival will be hitting the streets on the 5th of March for a real party comprising the locals last opportunity to let-loose before Lent begins and the end of the indulgences. The events are starting a little later this year as Easter falls in April, however it promises to be just as good, if not better than last year's edition.

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From the 12th to the 14th of February the Barcelona Annual Winter Festival will be taking place and bringing an array of activities for locals and tourists a like. This exciting event is a perfect opportunity for those who have never visited the Catalan capital to discover some long-lasting traditions, take part in some Catalan celebrations and learn about the history of the city in a fun and colourful event.