Primavera Sound Barcelona 2025 - Who’s Playing & How to Get There

If you’re after a music festival that doesn’t follow the usual formula, Primavera Sound Barcelona is it.

Held every June at Parc del Fòrum, right on the Mediterranean, it’s known for smart programming, unexpected artist pairings, and a crowd that’s truly there for the music.

The 2025 lineup is one of its strongest in years, mixing big-names with cult favourites and new voices worth paying attention to. 

Who’s Playing?

Charli XCX returns with Brat summer, while LCD Soundsystem headlines with their usual dance-punk. Jamie xx is set to bring one of the most anticipated electronic sets of the weekend.

Sabrina Carpenter adds some spice, coming off a huge 2024 with strong vocals and even stronger stage presence. Haim will be back with their signature mix of rock & pop, while FKA twigs brings something entirely different - an experimental, art-driven performance.

Ireland’s own Fontaines D.C. continue their rise with their post-punk music, and Chappell Roan makes her Primavera debut.

Sturgill Simpson adds some alt-country grit to the mix, and Beach House returns for a dream-pop set that’ll likely draw one of the festival’s biggest evening crowds.

Other notable names include Turnstile, Idles, ANOHNI and the Johnsons, TV on the Radio, Black Country, New Road, Stereolab, and Beabadoobee - all delivering something fun and fresh.

Tickets are still available, but hard to find, so make sure you’re only purchasing from the official retailer website or trusted resellers.

Getting There with Aer Lingus

Traveling from Ireland to Primavera Sound is simple with Aer Lingus, which offers direct flights from Dublin to Barcelona-El Prat. The flight takes just over two hours, and if you book early, return fares typically land between €90 and €150.

Once you land, the festival site at Parc del Fòrum is about 30 minutes by taxi or metro from the airport. Public transport is frequent, straightforward, and designed to handle large events like Primavera.