The tenth edition of the Barcelona Rock Fest brought together thousands of fans at the Parc de Can Zam over three days of music and emotions.
The Parc de Can Zam, in Santa Coloma de Gramenet, once again became the epicentre of rock and metal last weekend. The Barcelona Rock Fest celebrated its tenth edition on July 3, 4, and 5, 2026, with a massive attendance of followers from across the province of Barcelona and beyond.
The festival, organised by the Barcelona Rock Fest brand itself, offered a varied lineup that combined legends of the genre with emerging bands. The Friday, July 3, lineup was headlined by Megadeth and Sex Pistols, two iconic bands that attracted an intergenerational audience. They were joined by Gotthard, Latzen, Loudness, Pretty Maids, Starace, and Tyketto.
Saturday, July 4, featured Helloween, Sabaton, and Accept, among others. The German band Helloween, which performed at the festival last year, returned with a show that delighted attendees. Also performing were Testament, Primal Fear, Napalm Death, Bleed From Within, Tankard, Chino Banzai, and Dünedain.
The final day, Sunday the 5th, included The Offspring, Powerwolf, and Cavalera as the main acts. The Californian band The Offspring, known for hits like 'Pretty Fly (for a White Guy)', capped off three days of intense music. They were joined by Bad Religion, Evaristo, Chevelle, Breaking Benjamin, Steel Panther, Rienda Suelta, and Orden Ogan.
The atmosphere at the venue was, according to attendees, unbeatable. The Parc de Can Zam, a green space usually reserved for large events, transformed into a hive of black t-shirts, sweat, and distorted chords. The organisers highlighted the positive reception from the public and the absence of serious incidents.
For the residents of Santa Coloma de Gramenet, the festival represents a significant economic and cultural boost. Local hospitality businesses reported a significant increase in customers over the three days, and many fans took the opportunity to explore the city. The Santa Coloma de Gramenet City Council collaborated on the event's logistics, facilitating public transport and signage.
The Barcelona Rock Fest thus establishes itself as an unmissable event in the musical calendar of the metropolitan area of Barcelona. The organisers have already confirmed they are working on the 2027 edition, although they have not yet revealed dates or potential headliners.
Attendees wishing to relive the best moments of the festival can check the official photo gallery, created by photographer Marc Tomàs i Gimó, which captures snapshots of the concerts and the atmosphere at the venue.
The festival, which began in 2017, has grown with each edition. The tenth edition has been, according to the organisers, the most attended, although they have not provided official attendance figures. What is clear is that rock and metal have a home in Santa Coloma de Gramenet.
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