Ítaca Sant Joan: Music, beach, and the magic of summer in L’Estartit

The summer season on the Costa Brava kicks off with the Ítaca Festival. From June 19 to 23, L’Estartit’s spectacular Platja Gran will turn into a huge seaside stage to celebrate the legendary Sant Joan festival night with the best live music. If you’re going and need a well-located place to rest, we recommend taking a look at the best accommodation in L’Estartit with Homes in Costa Brava, perfect for combining concert nights with relaxing by the Mediterranean.

The main stage: Unforgettable nights by the sea This year’s line-up features major headliners, including performances by Love of Lesbian and La Maravillosa Orquesta del Alcohol (LA M.O.D.A.). Thousands of people will gather on the sand to welcome summer in an idyllic setting. What’s more, the festival is introducing something new: Ítaca Plaça, a brand-new, completely free stage in the Plaça de l’Església in L’Estartit. So you don’t miss a thing and know which day each band is playing, you can check the official Ítaca Festival schedule in L’Estartit here, where you’ll find the updated times for all performances.

A boutique cultural route: Ítaca Pobles For those looking to explore the Empordà region beyond the big beach party, the festival keeps its essence with Ítaca Pobles. This series offers intimate, close-up concerts in heritage spaces and small squares in charming towns such as Pals, Ullastret, Gualta, La Pera, and Calella de Palafrugell, running from late May through July 5.