The Gran Price Vinyl Fest is a music and collectors’ gathering held at the Mercat de Sant Antoni. Each year, during the neighbourhood’s summer festivities, the space fills with stalls and tables brimming with nostalgia, showcasing legendary record sleeves from around the world. It’s easy to lose track of time browsing treasures and swapping stories with vendors who know their craft. Beyond celebrating vinyl, the fair features DJ sets that set the mood for the day, tapping into the city’s most classic and authentic rhythms.
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The festival takes its name from the former Sala Price, once known as “the temple of boxing,” a legendary multi-purpose venue that also hosted concerts and political rallies.
Don’t miss the highlight: DJs vs. Dealers. Guest DJs arrive without their record bags and are randomly assigned a stall at the fair. In just one hour, they must put together a set using only the vinyl they find there, with no recourse to their usual collection.
Don’t just leaf through the sleeves. Ask questions, haggle and, if you’re feeling adventurous, invite the sellers to point out a hidden gem. Often, the best finds aren’t on the flashiest table but tucked away in a dusty crate beneath the speaker.