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PortAventura Postpones 30th Anniversary Celebration as Labor Dispute Intensifies

The park delays its milestone event scheduled for April 28, citing strike plans for May 1–2 and ongoing negotiations with unions over wages and working conditions.

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Overview

  • PortAventura has postponed its April 28 institutional celebration due to planned worker strikes on May 1 and 2.
  • The strikes, organized by UGT and CCOO, follow unresolved negotiations over a collective agreement that expired in late 2024.
  • Management cited an inability to ensure optimal conditions for the event, which was to feature prominent officials including Salvador Illa.
  • The April 19 strike disrupted operations, with attractions partially closed and ticket sales suspended, highlighting the impact of the labor dispute.
  • Negotiations are ongoing under regional mediation, with both sides seeking a resolution to avoid further disruptions during a peak tourism period.