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Barcelona Imposes 24/7 Citywide Ban on Pub Crawls

Officials cite neighborhood disturbances as a public-safety risk.

Overview

  • The decree took effect on October 29, 2025, and is set to remain in force for four years.
  • It bans the promotion, organization and operation of pub crawls citywide at all hours, and prohibits related advertising.
  • Organizers face fines ranging from €1,500 to €3,000, while participants are not fined for joining but can be ticketed for public drinking or noise.
  • The measure replaces earlier nighttime restrictions limited to Ciutat Vella and L'Eixample.
  • City officials cite police data showing reduced activity under the pilot bans, and some operators have already listed events as unavailable.