Experience Cultural Summer in Tarragona and Costa Dorada with BusPlana

BusPlana brings you the best summer cultural program in Tarragona, Vila-seca, Salou, La Pineda and Cambrils. Keep going to discover a complete guide to shows, festivals and traditions from July and August.  

On the BusPlana website, you can find the timetables for regular routes, so you can travel to any town in Camp de Tarragona and Costa Dorada, such as Salou, Tarragona, Cambrils, Vila-seca and La Pineda. In addition, as we are the official airport transport provider, you can purchase official tickets online for transfers from Barcelona Airport to Costa Dorada.  

Culture and shows in Tarragona  

• Camp de Mart Festival  

The Camp de Mart Festival is a summer cultural event in Tarragona that offers a variety of artistic shows, including music, theatre, circus and dance. It is held at the Teatre Auditori Camp de Mart and other venues in the city and has a diverse program for all audiences.   

The festival includes an opera, 13 concerts, 4 circus shows and 2 dance shows, with artists such as Els Pets, Pasión Vega, Rozalén, La Veronal, Tarta Relena, Oso Leone, Julieta and Galgo. You can enjoy the festival until the 14th of August 2025.  

• Sant Magí Festival  

The Sant Magí Festival is Tarragona's smallest local festival, dedicated to the city's patron saint, Sant Magí. The celebration of Sant Magí has a deep connection with the city of Tarragona, dating back to the early 4th century. Legend has it that Sant Magí, a hermit, made water spring from a rock to quench the thirst of his pursuers, and he is also credited with extinguishing the fuse that was to blow up the city walls during the Peninsular War.  

It is celebrated from the 9th to the 19th of August and is notable for its popular elements, such as giants and big heads, stick dancing, castells (human towers) and, above all, the water of Sant Magí, an essential element of the festival.   

It is also characterized by the arrival of water from Sant Magí de la Brufaganya, a nearby village, to Tarragona, where it is distributed to attendees.   

In addition to the traditional elements, the festival offers a wide variety of activities such as concerts, plays and other popular activities.   

Festivals in Vila-seca and La Pineda  

• Vila-seca Summer Festival  

The Vila-seca Summer Festival is held around the 25th of July, Saint James' Day, and the 3rd of August. These festivities fill the streets and squares of the municipality with music, joy and traditions, during events designed to be enjoyed with family and friends. The festival includes events in La Pineda and Vila-seca, with a program that combines traditions, music, culture and family activities.    

These include events such as the ‘matinades tronades’ (wake-up call with music), the High Mass, the ‘Ball de Sant Esteve’ and the ‘Cercabirra’. The festival is also celebrated in La Pineda, with special events for children and a large fireworks display along the beach.   

• Pirates i Corsaris in La Pineda 

‘Pirates i Corsaris’ in La Pineda is an annual festival that celebrates the maritime history of the area, with re-enactments of pirate attacks, parades, shows and activities for all ages. It is a fun and informative festival that seeks to revive the coast's past and its confrontations with pirates and corsairs. It is an event that combines historical elements with fun for the whole family.   

During the weekend of the 11th – 14th of July 2025, Racó de la Pineda beach becomes the setting for various theatrical performances, such as the abduction of the ‘pubilla’ (maiden) and the pursuit of the pirates, as well as military parades and other activities that transport attendees to another era.   

Magical night in Salou  

• Les Nits Daurades (Santa Maria del Mar)  

Les Nits Daurades is Salou's main summer festival, held around the 15th of August, coinciding with the feast day of Santa Maria del Mar, the town's patron saint. During these nights, Salou is filled with cultural activities, children's activities, music (habanera, flamenco and rock concerts), dancing, shows and a grand fireworks display. The festival aims to encourage interaction between residents and visitors, integrating them into the popular culture of Salou. Beyond the entertainment activities, Les Nits Daurades seeks to promote local talent and encourage the participation of Salou's organizations and associations in the festivities.  

Music in Cambrils 

• Cambrils International Music Festival 

The Cambrils International Music Festival is an annual event that has been held in Cambrils since 1974. It is an eclectic festival that includes a variety of musical genres and dance styles, with the aim of promoting culture and attracting both residents and tourists. Concerts and shows are held in various locations throughout the city, such as Samá Park and Vilafortuny Castle, with a program that combines local and international talent.   

The festival has established itself as a cultural landmark on the Costa Dorada and in southern Catalonia, offering a varied musical and social experience. This year's edition, the 50th, will be held from the 30th of  July to the 10th of August and will feature top-level artists, including the return of the original line-up of Lax'n'Busto.  

The program will be spread between the Parc del Pinaret, for large-scale concerts, and more intimate venues such as the Torre del Llimó and the Parc del Pescador. In addition, there will be a special area in the Parc del Pinaret where the public will be able to enjoy gastronomic and social experiences before and after the concerts. 

Connect easily with BusPlana  

Our regular lines connect Tarragona, Vila-seca, La Pineda, Salou and Cambrils with multiple daily departures. Plan your route now according to the event. 

Recommendations for maximum enjoyment  

Plan your schedule in advance: check the return journeys, especially at weekends, on our website. Also, remember that we are the official airport transport provider, and you can purchase official tickets online for transfers from Barcelona Airport to Costa Dorada.  

Don't miss a thing and join in the most outstanding cultural experiences! See you on Costa Dorada!