Tàrrega will once again pulse with life from May 9 to 17, as its Festa Major de Maig transforms the city into a dense network of music, popular culture and shared rituals. Rooted in centuries-old traditions like the Processó de les Santes Espines, the festival continues to evolve while preserving its strong local identity.

This year’s edition stands out for its balance between heritage and experimentation — from castellers and sardanes to urban concerts, DJ nights and hybrid formats that redefine what a “concert” can be.

Opening weekend – tradition meets live music

The Festa Major kicks off with one of its most symbolic moments: the official opening, marked by bells ringing across the city and the explosive energy of the Diables de BAT.

Music quickly takes over with live concerts at Plaça de les Nacions:

Lurretik, blending Pyrenean traditions with contemporary sound
Band The Cool, delivering a high-energy repertoire of hits
DJ Sega, mixing reggaeton, pop-rock and electrolatino into a danceable set

Meanwhile, the cultural backbone of the festival unfolds through:

A major casteller gathering
The Aplec de la Sardana, celebrating Catalan dance and music traditions
Theatre and exhibitions that connect past and present
Midweek – identity, rituals and local sound

As the festival progresses, Tàrrega leans into its deepest cultural roots.

The Processó de les Santes Espines, dating back to 1551, remains one of the most powerful moments — a ritual blending spirituality, history and collective memory.

This leads into L’Eixida, the city’s emblematic dance, where citizens and authorities share the same space in a symbolic act of unity.

At night, music returns with a strong local flavor:

Faves Tendres, bringing fresh, dynamic live energy
The Targarians, channeling ska-rock with Jamaican influences and a positive message
Targa Bongo – breaking the rules of live music

One of the most original highlights of 2026 is Targa Bongo, a hybrid format that turns the main square into an interactive experience.

Neither concert nor bingo, it blends music, humor and participation into a collective game where the audience becomes part of the show.

It’s a perfect example of how Tàrrega pushes the boundaries of traditional Festa Major programming — creating new ways to experience music beyond the stage.

Final weekend – fire, urban sound and big nights

The closing stretch of the festival brings its most intense and diverse program.

Friday night mixes urban and electronic energy:

Ouineta, exploring identity through reggaeton, dembow and contemporary pop
DJ sets and the Flaix FM party, guaranteeing a full-on dancefloor atmosphere

Saturday delivers one of the most iconic experiences:

La Nit del Tararot, a large-scale street spectacle rooted in medieval history
A massive correfoc, filling the old town with fire, rhythm and adrenaline

Musically, the night continues with:

Fades, blending pop, house and urban sounds with an LGBTIQ+ perspective
Sexenni, one of the most exciting acts in Catalan pop today
PD Xena, closing with an eclectic and playful DJ set
Closing – celebration, community and spectacle

Sunday brings a more festive and communal atmosphere:

The Trobada gegantera, a large gathering of giant figures
The Firacoc, celebrating local gastronomy
A final dance with Orquestra Maravella, one of the most iconic names in Catalan festive music

The festival ends with a fireworks display, closing nine days of celebration with a shared visual and emotional climax.

Nine days where culture, music and collective identity turn the streets into a living stage