Summer nights in Reus have a special charm. Lively streets, bustling terraces, modernist heritage and a cultural calendar that invites you to enjoy the city at a slower pace. This July, one of the must-attend events for live music lovers is the Reus Blues Festival 2026, an event that once again fills the city with rhythm, energy and plenty of blues.
From 9 to 12 July 2026, the festival will celebrate its 36th edition at Racó de la Palma, one of Reus’ best-known cultural venues. Over four days, the city will become a meeting point for those looking for a different, authentic and memorable way to enjoy summer evenings.
A festival with history and character
The Reus Blues Festival is one of those events that forms part of the city’s cultural identity. Its programme combines concerts, jam sessions, educational activities and events linked to blues, gospel, soul and other roots music styles.
According to the official Costa Daurada agenda, the festival will take place from 9 to 12 July at Racó de la Palma, with four days of live music and a lively summer atmosphere. The Cultural Agenda of the Government of Catalonia also outlines a varied programme designed both for regular blues fans and for those discovering the genre for the first time.
Highlights of the Reus Blues Festival 2026 programme
This year’s edition will begin on Thursday 9 July with a Blues Jam Session, from 9:00 p.m. to midnight. It is the perfect way to open the festival, with live music, improvisation and local musicians taking part.
Friday 10 July will be one of the festival’s standout moments, with the appearance of Eric Steckel. The day will include a guitar masterclass at 9:00 p.m., followed by his concert at 10:30 p.m. It is an ideal date for fans of blues-rock and guitars with real personality.
Saturday 11 July will centre around the Gospel Experience + Blues Night. The programme includes a gospel talk with David Álvarez, a barbecue with blues, a gospel workshop with Karol Green and a concert by Cecilya & The Candy Kings at 10:00 p.m.
The festival will come to a close on Sunday 12 July with a very special proposal: Vermut & Fideuà Blues with Marta Seck & The Preachers at 1:00 p.m., followed in the afternoon by a performance from the students of the Laboratori Musical.
Advance tickets are available through Entradium.
The perfect plan if you are staying in the centre of Reus
Enjoying the Reus Blues Festival is even easier when you stay right in the city centre. From Hotel Centre Reus, you can experience the cultural atmosphere of Reus and move around its streets, restaurants, shops and most emblematic spaces with ease.
The hotel is located in the old town, making it an ideal base for those who want to explore Reus on foot, enjoy its summer nights and return afterwards to rest without any hassle. Its rooms are designed to offer a comfortable, modern and peaceful stay in the heart of the city.
Reus, music and summer: a different kind of getaway
The Reus Blues Festival 2026 is much more than a series of concerts. It is an opportunity to experience the city from a different perspective: through live music, evening atmosphere, culture and open-air plans.
During the day, you can wander through the historic centre, discover the modernist heritage of Reus, visit Plaça del Mercadal or enjoy a gastronomic route through the city. At night, blues takes centre stage and turns Reus into the perfect setting for a summer getaway.
If you are looking for a different cultural plan on the Costa Daurada, this festival is an excellent reason to visit the city and stay in the centre.
Book your stay at Hotel Centre Reus
If you would like to enjoy the festival in complete comfort, book your stay at Hotel Centre Reus and experience summer from the heart of the city. In addition, when you book through our website, you can enjoy a 10% discount.
For more information or any questions about your stay, you can contact the hotel directly through the contact page.
This July, let the blues set the rhythm for your getaway. Reus awaits you with music, culture and summer nights that are well worth experiencing.