2026 will be a historic year for Barcelona and for the global understanding of Antoni Gaudí’s legacy
2026 will be a historic year for Barcelona and for the global understanding of Antoni Gaudí’s legacy. One hundred years after his death, the architect will be commemorated through an official, year-long programme known as Gaudí Year 2026 (Año Gaudí 2026), recognised by public institutions in Catalonia and linked to a city-wide cultural agenda.
Rather than a single celebration, Gaudí Year 2026 unfolds as a sequence of key moments that explore different dimensions of Gaudí’s work — architecture, spirituality, culture and popular heritage — creating a continuous narrative throughout the year.
This guide brings together the official framework of Gaudí 2026, its main phases, key dates and cultural highlights. As programmes are progressively confirmed, this page will be updated and expanded, becoming a living reference for the year.
What is Gaudí Year 2026? (Official context)
Gaudí Year 2026 commemorates the centenary of Antoni Gaudí’s death (1926–2026). It has been officially recognised as a major cultural and heritage milestone, with the objective of:
- Promoting rigorous research into Gaudí’s scientific, technical and artistic legacy
- Offering new perspectives on his work beyond iconic imagery
- Reinforcing public understanding of Gaudí as a universal architect
- Connecting his ideas with contemporary architectural and cultural discourse
Barcelona stands at the heart of this commemoration, with Gaudí’s buildings and legacy shaping the city’s cultural agenda throughout the year.
Gaudí 2026 within Barcelona World Capital of ArchitectureBarcelona
Gaudí Year 2026 coincides with Barcelona’s designation as World Capital of Architecture 2026, awarded by UNESCO and the International Union of Architects (UIA).
From February to December 2026, Barcelona will host a city-wide programme of exhibitions, conferences, debates and public initiatives focused on architecture and urban culture. Within this global framework, Gaudí occupies a central place — not only as a historical figure, but as a reference whose ideas continue to inspire architectural thought today.
The convergence of both initiatives gives Gaudí 2026 an exceptional international dimension.
Gaudí Year 2026: the four key moments shaping the year
Rather than a single celebration, Gaudí Year 2026 unfolds as a sequence of four key moments, officially referred to as Momentum. Each momentum highlights a different dimension of Antoni Gaudí’s legacy — from his spiritual vision to his architectural influence and popular impact — shaping a continuous cultural narrative throughout the year.
Below you will find the official momentum structure with all currently announced events. Each entry links directly to the official source, ensuring accuracy and transparency.
This section will be updated as new events are confirmed.
Momentum 1 — Setting the foundations
October – December 2025
This opening phase introduces the centenary through educational, family-oriented and historical initiatives. It focuses on Gaudí’s origins, early milestones of the Sagrada Família and the symbolic foundations of the year ahead.
Momentum 1 — Official events
| Date | Event | Type | Location | Official link |
| 22 Nov 2025 – 23 May 2026 | Be Like Gaudí for a Day and Build the Tower of Bernabé: Family Visit – Workshop | Workshop / Family activity | Sagrada Família | View event |
| 30 Nov 2025 – 26 May 2026 | Exhibition: “1925–2025. One Hundred Years Since the Completion of the Tower of Bernabé. Gaudí’s First Witness at the Sagrada Família” | Exhibition | Sagrada Família | View event |
Momentum 2 — Architecture, faith and reflection
January – April 2026
This phase explores Gaudí as a total architect, deeply connected to spirituality, theology and symbolic thought. Architecture, faith and artistic expression converge through exhibitions, concerts and liturgical celebrations.
Momentum 2 — Official events
| Date | Event | Type | Location | Official link |
| 06 Feb 2026 – 08 Feb 2026 | Illumination for Barcelona 2026, World Capital of Architecture | Light installation | Sagrada Família | View event |
| 12 Feb 2026 | Theological Conferences | Conference | Sagrada Família | View event |
| 19 Mar 2026 | Celebration of the Mass Dedicated to Saint Joseph | Religious celebration | Sagrada Família | View event |
| 19 Mar 2026 | Concert with the Orfeó Català to Commemorate the Anniversary of the Laying of the Cornerstone | Concert | Sagrada Família | View event |
| 27 Apr 2026 – 26 Jul 2026 | Exhibition: “The Sagrada Família and Barcelona. 144 Years of a Shared Journey” | Exhibition | Sagrada Família | View event |
Momentum 3 — The centenary moment
May – July 2026
This is the symbolic and emotional core of Gaudí Year 2026. It includes the centenary of Antoni Gaudí’s death, major institutional ceremonies, international architectural dialogue and the expected inauguration of the Tower of Jesus Christ.
Momentum 3 — Official events
| Date | Event | Type | Location | Official link |
| 14 May 2026 | Presentation of Biographical Books about Antoni Gaudí, Dr. Armand Puig and Father Josep Maria Blanquet, S.F. | Book presentation | Sagrada Família | View event |
| 10 Jun 2026 | Mass in Commemoration of the Centenary of Antoni Gaudí’s Death | Religious ceremony | Sagrada Família | View event |
| June 2026 (date TBC) | Blessing and Inauguration of the Tower of Jesus Christ | Institutional ceremony | Sagrada Família | View event |
| June 2026 | Procession of Popular Culture | Popular celebration | Barcelona / Sagrada Família | View event |
| 19 Jun 2026 | Art and Humanity: Concert with the Municipal Band of Barcelona on the Occasion of its 140th Anniversary | Concert | Sagrada Família | View event |
| 20 Jun 2026 | Dreams That Spark Hope: Actions with Third-Sector Organizations | Social initiative | Sagrada Família | View event |
| 27 Jun 2026 | Architectural Dialogue Between Heritage and Contemporaneity at the Sagrada Família. Conference with Pritzker Prize Winners | Conference | Sagrada Família | View event |
| 30 Jun 2026 | International Architecture Congress: Awards Ceremony | Congress / Awards | Barcelona | View event |
| 04 Jul 2026 – 15 Nov 2026 | Exhibition: “Avinguda Gaudí, a Living Memory Between the Sagrada Família and the Hospital de Sant Pau” | Exhibition | Barcelona | View event |
Momentum 4 — Gaudí’s living legacy
September – December 2026
The final phase looks toward the future, highlighting Gaudí’s influence on popular culture, education and collective memory. Exhibitions, performances and festive events connect Gaudí’s work with everyday life and contemporary creativity.
Momentum 4 — Official events
| Date | Event | Type | Location | Official link |
| 01 Sep 2026 – 01 Dec 2026 | “Sagrada Família: The Strength of a Shared Dream” | Exhibition | Sagrada Família | View event |
| 19 Sep 2026 | Opening Ceremony of Popular Culture | Public ceremony | Sagrada Família | View event |
| 26 Sep 2026 & 03 Oct 2026 | Performances for the Public: Music, Traditions and Popular Culture | Performances | Sagrada Família | View event |
| 04 Oct 2026 | Enjoying Gaudí: Discover the Architect at the Family Architecture Day | Educational event | Barcelona | View event |
| November 2026 | Presentation of the Book “100 Years, 100 Photographs” | Book presentation | Barcelona | View event |
| 07 Nov 2026 | Young People and the Meditative Prayer of Taizé | Religious event | Sagrada Família | View event |
| 08 Dec 2026 | Mass of the Immaculate Conception | Religious celebration | Sagrada Família | View event |
| 13 Dec 2026 | Discover the Basilica with All Your Senses | Experiential visit | Sagrada Família | View event |
| 18 Dec 2026 | For Christmas, Originality Is Returning to the Origin | Christmas event | Sagrada Família | View event |
* All events listed above are part of the official Gaudí Year 2026 programme. Dates, formats and venues may be subject to updates.
This page will be continuously revised as new information is released by the official institutions.
Download the Gaudí Year 2026 Official Calendar (PDF)
For a clear, structured overview of Gaudí Year 2026, including key moments, events and timelines, download our curated PDF guide.
The document brings together official information in a single, easy-to-use format, with direct links to the official Sagrada Família website for each event.
>> Download the “Gaudí Year 2026 – Official Calendar & Key Moments” PDF guide
FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions — Gaudi 2026
Is 2026 officially the Gaudí Year?
Yes. Gaudí Year 2026 officially commemorates the centenary of Antoni Gaudí’s death.
What happens on 10 June 2026?
It marks exactly 100 years since Gaudí’s death and represents the symbolic peak of the commemorative year.
Is this calendar final?
No. It is an evolving framework that will be updated as institutions confirm full programmes.
Is 2026 a good year to visit Barcelona if I’m interested in Gaudí?
Absolutely. 2026 offers an unparalleled opportunity to experience Gaudí’s work with added historical, cultural and institutional context — something that happens only once in a lifetime.
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