Castelldefels Castanyada
Castelldefels brings together stories, workshops, theatre, chestnuts and a zombie afternoon in a Castanyada for all ages.
Usual date and duration
Around All Saints' Day.
Where it is held
Activities are spread across Ramon Fernàndez Jurado Library, Teatro Plaza, Plaça de l'Església, Plaça Neus Català and Carrer Arcadi Balaguer.
Province: Barcelona.
Autonomous community: Catalonia.
Events and traditions
Chestnuts, sweet potatoes and muscatel preserve the classic flavours of the Castanyada alongside contemporary family activities.
Culture and tradition
Stories, workshops, theatre and film introduce different audiences to the Castanyada. The celebration also preserves its traditional flavours in central public spaces.
The programme has included music and zombie-themed entertainment in Plaça de l’Església, alongside chestnuts and sweet potatoes in the centre. Stage activities are announced for each event.
A zombie afternoon
The library and cultural venues programme activities for children and families. Film titles, screening venues and times are listed in Castelldefels’s calendar.
The event coincides with chestnuts and sweet potatoes in nearby Plaça Neus Català.
Family activities
The library schedules events for children and families.
An outdoor screening of Coco closes the programme on Sunday.