Girona transforms with the seasons, and each time of year offers a different way to enjoy the city. If you’re looking for the best time to visit Girona, here are three must-see events you can’t miss. In May, the Temps de Flors exhibition turns the Old Town into a dreamlike garden. In September, the Temporada Alta festival fills the city with theatre, music and dance. And in October, the Sant Narcís Fairs bring streets and squares to life with tradition, concerts and family-friendly activities. Three perfect moments to experience Girona at its most cultural, festive and authentic.
Every year in May, Girona hosts the Temps de Flors exhibition, one of the city’s most eagerly awaited events. For a few days, flowers and plants take centre stage, transforming courtyards, gardens, historic buildings and iconic landmarks into true works of art.
The event unfolds across dozens of spaces throughout different neighbourhoods, especially in the Barri Vell (Old Town), where passageways, medieval courtyards and monumental corners are dressed with striking floral displays. Visiting Girona at this time of year means discovering the city from a new perspective, with artistic installations, walking routes and decorative details that invite you to stroll at a relaxed pace.
Beyond the beauty of the displays, Temps de Flors is also a great opportunity to connect with Girona’s heritage and cultural scene. Must-see places such as the Cathedral, the Arab Baths and the Old Town squares take on a special charm, while concerts, exhibitions, guided tours and complementary activities enrich the experience.
Temps de Flors is the perfect occasion to enjoy Girona at its most inspiring, with a springtime atmosphere and a programme designed for all audiences. For a calmer visit, it’s best to come on a weekday, take advantage of the quieter times of day and get around on foot with comfortable shoes, leaving your car at park-and-ride car parks or arriving by public transport.
One of the must-see cultural highlights in the Girona region is Temporada Alta, a performing arts festival held every autumn in Girona and Salt, between September and December. Founded in 1992, it has become a European benchmark thanks to a programme of theatre, music and dance that combines quality, innovation and new artistic languages.
Over several weeks, the festival brings to life some of the most iconic venues in Girona and other towns across the area, bringing together major international names alongside national talent and emerging voices. Temporada Alta 2026 edition returns with a varied programme that alternates concerts and large-scale productions with more intimate performances, while maintaining the hallmark quality that has made it an unmissable event on the European cultural calendar.
The festival is designed for all kinds of audiences, with family-friendly shows, performances with surtitles and adapted options for people with hearing or visual impairments. Most venues are also accessible for visitors with reduced mobility. For the best experience, we recommend checking the programme in advance and buying your tickets on the official website or at the box office, where you can also join a waiting list for sold-out performances.
Around 29 October, Girona celebrates the Sant Narcís Fairs, one of the most eagerly awaited autumn festivities. For several days, the city fills with colour and joy, offering a programme for all audiences that blends local tradition, live music and family-friendly activities across streets, squares and parks.
The celebrations kick off with parades in different parts of the city, featuring the procession of giants and big-headed figures, the giants’ dance and the official opening speech in Plaça del Vi. Highlights include the diades castelleres (human tower events) and the traditional “Pujada del Pilar de 4” up the steps of Girona Cathedral, along with sardana dances in various central locations, children’s activities, shows, markets and exhibitions.
The Devesa Park becomes one of the main hubs of the festivities, with fairground rides and stalls, including the popular “silent fair” sessions, with sound and lighting adaptations designed for children with sensory disorders. The celebration is rounded off with concerts at the La Copa esplanade and the Parc del Migdia, and ends with a fireworks display at Ribes del Ter Park, visible from different points around the city.
Staying near Girona is the best way to make the most of its top events: Temps de Flors, Temporada Alta festival and Sant Narcís Fairs. For that, we recommend Rosamar Hotels, in Lloret de Mar (Costa Brava), a perfect base just a few kilometres from the city, with all the comfort you need.
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