Last updated: September 8, 2026.
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The Mostra Internacional de Dansa Popular de Cerdanyola del Vallès is scheduled for July 4–8, 2027. CIOFF identifies Andreu Sala as director and Esbart Dansaire Sant Marçal as organiser. Founded in 1984 under its current name, the festival brings international ensembles and Catalan dance into public spaces across Cerdanyola.
The location matters: Cerdanyola is its own city in the Barcelona metropolitan area, not a central-Barcelona venue. A hotel beside the Ramblas can add unnecessary late-night travel.
2027 evidence ledger
| Item | Current evidence |
|---|---|
| Dates | July 4–8, 2027 |
| City | Cerdanyola del Vallès, Catalonia |
| Organiser | Esbart Dansaire Sant Marçal |
| Director | Andreu Sala |
| Format | International and Catalan dance at several city spaces |
| 2027 groups, stages and hours | Pending |
| Admission and accessibility | Pending |
The municipality reported that the 2026 edition used different city spaces and offered free performances by groups from Indonesia, Ireland, Mexico and Catalonia. That confirms the recent model, but it does not confirm those countries, sites or free entry for 2027.
Choosing a programme
Look for an opening or parade-style encounter, a mixed international gala and a host-ensemble performance. The latter gives context for Catalan repertoire rather than treating the event as a sequence of visiting costumes. If workshops or school events appear, check whether they are public and whether registration is required.
Keep clear of dance surfaces and procession routes. Ask before close portraits, identify groups by their preferred name, and avoid describing living traditions as relics. July heat can make shaded daytime events more comfortable than exposed plazas.
Travel and where to stay
Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) is the main gateway. Continue to Cerdanyola by metropolitan rail and local transport, transfer or rental car. Use the final venue address when selecting the correct station; Cerdanyola del Vallès and Universitat Autònoma-area stops are not interchangeable for every event.
A Cerdanyola hotel minimises late returns. Barcelona, Sant Cugat or Sabadell can work if the current rail timetable matches the evening finish. Reserve July 3–9 with cancellation and do not rely on a last train that leaves before an encore or weather delay.
Prioritise air-conditioning and a quiet room. Ask the organiser for step-free station-to-venue routes, seating, accessible toilets and drop-off details. A municipal square may be level yet crowded or crossed by temporary cables.
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Sources and final check
- CIOFF profile: https://www.cioff.org/festival/spain/4725
- Cerdanyola municipality, 2026 edition: https://www.cerdanyola.cat/actualitat/la-mostra-internacional-de-dansa-popular-portara-cerdanyola-els-ritmes-i-tradicions
- Cerdanyola municipal calendar: https://www.cerdanyola.cat/calendar-node-field-event-day/month/2026-07
- Organiser: https://www.esbartsantmarcal.com/
Hero image: a licensed Barcelona-area context image, not Cerdanyola or the festival. Recheck the 2027 groups, locations, admission, transport and accessibility before travel.
Featured image credit: Photo by urtimud.89 via Pexels. The image is representative and is not presented as documentary evidence from this event.