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Skate Love Barcelona is not a traditional nightclub but rather an internationally renowned music and roller skate festival held annually in Barcelona, Spain. It was founded in 2015 by American-Spanish entrepreneur and cultural promoter Sonja Rand. The event was conceived to unite the global roller skating community through music, dance, and self-expression, rapidly becoming a cultural phenomenon within both the skating and nightlife scenes.
Though it does not occupy a permanent venue, Skate Love Barcelona utilizes several outdoor and indoor locations across the city, including iconic spaces like Parc del Fórum and the Mar Bella area, transforming these urban landscapes into vibrant hubs of music, dance, and skating energy each year. Over time, the festival has expanded in scope, attendance, and production value, adapting to increasing demand and incorporating workshops, artistic performances, skate markets, and social gatherings alongside its hallmark parties. Its reputation is built upon exceptional music curation, a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere, and a celebration of skating culture that draws attendees and performers from all over the world.
Skate Love Barcelona holds a significant place in both Barcelona’s alternative cultural calendar and the international skating community, seen as a pioneer in fusing club-style music events with the artistry and athleticism of roller skating. Its nomadic use of venues reflects both the festival’s growth and its roots in reclaiming public space for creative, subcultural expression. Notable artists who have performed at Skate Love Barcelona include international DJs and producers such as Louie Vega, Natasha Diggs, DJ Spinna, DJ Maseo (De La Soul), and Rich Medina, as well as distinguished skating DJs like Jaycee, DJ Sugarstarr, and DJ Chakrasonic.
The festival also showcases a lineup of prominent local talents, such as Barcelona’s own DJ Floro, DJ Ylia, DJ Gon, and DJ Nacho Ruiz, further blending global and homegrown flavors in its musical programming.