One of the most eagerly awaited annual events for residents and visitors alike returns to Costa Dorada this summer. It is the Cambrils International Music Festival, which is held every year in the charming fishing town of Cambrils, one of the area’s major tourist destinations. This festival combines a vibrant mix of musical genres that attracts fans of all ages.
Now in its 49th edition, the festival continues to establish itself as a cultural benchmark, combining performances by renowned artists with the charm of a coastal location. Summer music festivals allow you to enjoy music in the open air, creating a magical and relaxed atmosphere, and the Cambrils Festival is no exception.
If you are planning to visit this town in the next few days, make the most of it and enjoy the latest hits. With Shuttle2Sun‘s shared transfer services and private transfer services, low-cost and sustainable, you can get to this Catalan town from Barcelona airport, Barcelona port, Reus airport, Girona airport and Camp de Tarragona AVE train station. Remember that you can book your transfer up to 24 hours in advance.
Almost 50 years of festival
The Cambrils International Music Festival began in the 1970s, with the aim of enriching the region’s cultural offerings and attracting both tourists and residents. Initially, the festival had a modest programme of performances, including, over the years, a wider variety of musical genres, responding to global musical trends.
As the festival grew, so did its prestige, attracting internationally renowned artists and an increasingly diverse audience. This inclusive approach has allowed the festival to become a meeting point for lovers of classical music, pop, rock, jazz and other genres, offering a varied and high quality programme.
49th edition, a very diverse programme
The 49th edition of the Cambrils International Music Festival has a programme, from the 1st to the 10th of August, that stands out for its diversity and artistic quality.
The opening of the festival will be on the 1st of August, in the Port of Cambrils, with the participation of the Balkan Paradise Orchestra, a female group of Balkan music, made up of 10 wind and percussion instrumentalists, known for their boundless energy and their ability to combine traditional rhythms with a contemporary touch. This opening concert promises to be an explosion of vitality to start the festival with a bang.
The second to perform will be Suasi, on the 2nd of August, in Plaça del Pòsit, with his show ‘Som peces d’antiquari’, offering an intimate and nostalgic experience. And on the 3rd of August, it will be the turn of La Prenda Roja, a group formed by three women, which stands out for its fusion of musical styles ranging from rock to flamenco, through latin music, and that will surprise us in the Parc del Nou Cambrils.
The Cuban pianist Pepe Rivero, along with the singer Ángela Cervantes, will offer a most interesting performance, with a mixture of jazz, latin rhythms and classical music. They will be performing on the 4th of August, in the Torre del Llimó. This same enclave will also be the stage, on the 5th of August, for Barencia, a group formed by Xavi Torres, Bernardo Guerra and Michaelangelo Scandroglio, who will present a dance show with touches of flamenco and jazz.
Las Karamba, with their show ‘Te lo digo cantando’, will fill the Parc del Pescador on the 6th of August with their unique blend of salsa, reggae and other Caribbean rhythms, promoting messages of empowerment and joy through their music. At the same venue on the following day, 7th of August, we will find Andrea Motis, one of the young promises of Spanish jazz. In Cambrils, she will present her new work ‘Temblor’, where she explores new sounds and shows her evolution as an artist. Her performance promises to be a delight for jazz and music lovers in general.
The last days of the festival will be held at the Parc del Pinaret, where Rodrigo Cuevas will perform on the 8th of August with his show ‘La Romería’; the renowned Catalan band Gossos (9th of August), with their unmistakable pop-rock style, emblematic of the Catalan music scene; and finally, Mambo Jambo Arkestra + Alice & The Wonders, who will present ‘El Gran Ciclón’, a show that combines swing, rock & roll and rhythm & blues.
Remember that you can get to Cambrils with Shuttle2Sun‘s shared transfer services and private transfer services, from Barcelona airport, Barcelona port, Reus airport, Girona airport and Camp de Tarragona AVE train station.
Complementary plans in Cambrils, for this coming month of August
In addition to enjoying the concerts of the festival, visitors to Cambrils can take advantage of their stay to explore the numerous activities and benefits that the town has to offer during the month of August.
One of the great tourist attractions of Cambrils are its beautiful beaches of golden sand and crystal-clear waters. Here you can enjoy activities such as paddle surfing, kayaking and scuba diving, or simply relax in the Mediterranean sun. Some of the most outstanding are L’Esquirol beach, Prat d’En Forès – Regueral beach; La Llosa beach and L’Ardiaca beach; all of them ideal to visit with the family.
Cambrils is also famous for its excellent gastronomic offer. Local restaurants offer a variety of traditional Catalan dishes, with a special emphasis on fresh seafood. Don’t miss the opportunity to try the succulent paella and other local dishes.
Another option you can opt for in your free time is to explore its rich history and cultural heritage, for example, exploring the old town, visiting the Cambrils History Museum in the Torre del Port, and discovering historical monuments such as the parish church of Santa Maria.
Make the most of your stay during the Cambrils International Music Festival by getting to Cambrils with Shuttle2Sun‘s low-cost and sustainable shared transfer services and private transfer services from Barcelona Airport, Barcelona Port, Reus Airport, Girona Airport and Camp de Tarragona AVE train station. Remember that you can book your transfer up to 24 hours in advance.
