Diada 2026: Independence March in Barcelona

On the Catalan national day, the streets of Barcelona fill with a massive, decentralized demonstration calling for independence. Organized jointly by the Assemblea Nacional Catalana, Òmnium Cultural, the Consell de la República, the AMI, the Intersindical, and the CIEMEN, the mobilization also takes place in Girona and Amposta, each rally highlighting the themes of present and future. The present represents a Catalonia that refuses to resign, while the future embodies the country they want to build—with better welfare, dignified public services, an economy at the service of people, a living language, and full capacity to decide.

Attendees can expect a vibrant, civic atmosphere as thousands take to the streets to make their voices heard. The event emphasizes individual commitment and collective action, with volunteers helping to maintain security cordons, hydration points, and merchandise sales. For those without transportation, local assemblies offer information on how to get there. It's a powerful moment to witness the strength of the Catalan independence movement and the passion of its supporters.