Christmas
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Christmas in Sant JaumeA giant 20-point star in Plaça de Sant Jaume will enchant both young and old. For this first time, this year the traditional Nativity scene will be located inside City Hall.
- Where: Plaça de Sant Jaume
- When: from 29 November to 5 January, from 6.30 pm to 10 pm.
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The Santa Llúcia fairIn the heart of the Ciutat Vella district, the Santa Llúcia Christmas fair offers everything necessary to decorate the home at Christmas.
- Where: in front of the Cathedral
- When: 29 November to 23 December
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Sons de CiutatMusic in a diverse array of styles performed by top quality formations comes to streets, squares and markets all around the city, with a programme of dozens of free concerts.
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Christmas fairsEnjoy a festive stroll around the traditional Christmas Fairs set up in several of the city's districts this Christmas
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Barcelona gets lit up for ChristmasIn Barcelona we’re continuing to improve the quality of the lights on the city’s streets, making it possible for hundreds of streets and squares to dress up for Christmas. You can also admire the lit-up facades of some of the city’s hotels and follow new routes highlighting iconic establishments and innovative window displays.
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Christmas Festival in Plaça de CatalunyaThe Christmas Festival is back in Plaça de Catalunya with a programme of events including music, theatre, dance and street circus. There will be shows for all audiences. Don’t miss them!
- Where: Plaça de Catalunya
- When: 20 to 30 December
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Result of the Parade entriesWant to know if you’re taking part in the 2025 Parade?
All you need do is enter here to confirm your place.
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Responsible Consumption FairOrganisations are back to showcase their products and raise awareness of good practices in responsible and local consumption.
- Where: Plaça de Catalunya
- When: from 19 to 29 December (except 25 and 26 December)
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Christmas and commerceThis festive season, the city’s trade associations, together with the Directorate for Commerce, Restaurants and Food, are once again offering up a feast of cultural, leisure and arts activities so that everyone can enjoy Christmas in the city.
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Give Barcelona books as giftsThe festive season is a great time to visit bookshops and give books on Barcelona as gifts. Here, we recommend the latest and most outstanding publications from the Barcelona City Council.
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Letter to the Three KingsEvery Christmas, the Three Kings wait impatiently for the letters from millions of children who, like you, have been good boys and girls all year. Write your letter here and we'll make sure it gets to your favourite king.
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Christmas in the museumsChristmas is a good time for discovering another, more playful and fun side to museums. See you there!
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Christmas at the portPort Vell fills with light, shows, children’s activities and fairs again this Christmas.
- Where: Moll de la Fusta
- When: 29 November to 6 January
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A sustainable ChristmasChristmas is usually a time when people consume a lot, make more journeys and use more energy in their homes. Follow these ten tips for preventing waste!
