Last updated: December 01, 2024
Discover all Christmas activities in Alcázar de San Juan with our complete event guide. Designed for both locals and visitors, this guide will help you enjoy all the festive celebrations in our La Mancha city.
Plaza de España transforms during this season with its traditional Christmas market and magnificent municipal nativity scene. From here, decorated streets lead to Plaza de Santa María, where concerts and children's activities take place. The route continues through the historic center, with its illuminated windmills and local crafts fair in Plaza de Santa Quiteria, offering a festive experience that reflects La Mancha traditions.
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Festive lighting in Plaza de España.
The lighting of the Christmas lights illuminates Plaza de España with festive and colorful decorations, creating a cozy and cheerful atmosphere.
Where: Valdepeñas | More Info: Christmas Lights Switch-On
Gastronomic tastings with show cooking and tastings for all audiences.
The Feria de los Sabores features a variety of gastronomic tastings, including show cooking, cheese and migas tastings, and a paella solidarity event for AFADIS.
Where: Alcázar de San Juan | More Info: Gastronomic Tastings
Presentation of local and national chirigotas and murgas.
The Festival of Murgas and Chirigotas is a cultural event that brings together local and national groups to present their musical and choreographic numbers, known for its fun and originality.
Where: Alcázar de San Juan | More Info: Murga Festival
"Dynamic adaptation of the classic work by Fernando de Rojas."
"La Celestina is a classic tragicomedy that tells the story of Calisto and Melibea, with a dynamic and emotional adaptation that reflects the central idea of 'carpe diem'."
Where: Alcázar de San Juan | More Info: Troupes Parade
Inaugural parade with Giants and Heads.
The Feria y Fiestas 2024 in Alcázar de San Juan is a lively event featuring a variety of activities, including concerts, verbenas, gastronomic tastings, and children's shows. The festival takes place from September 3 to 8 with over 40 activities scheduled.
Where: Alcázar de San Juan | More Info: Fair and Festivals 2024
Charity concerts and free events in Plaza Joven.
The 2024 Fair and Festivities of Alcázar de San Juan feature a wide musical program with charity concerts and free events in Plaza Joven.
Where: Alcázar de San Juan | More Info: Concerts
A cultural event with a variety of activities and performances.
The Verbenas is a cultural event that offers a variety of activities and performances in Alcázar de San Juan. From concerts and exhibitions to workshops and family events, there's something for every taste and age. The Verbenas is the perfect opportunity to discover the rich culture and entertainment that the city has to offer.
Where: Alcázar de San Juan | More Info: Night Parties
Carnival celebration during Christmas.
Carnavalcázar is a unique celebration that combines the joy of carnival with the magic of Christmas. It includes children's parades, grand parade of comparsas, cycle-gata, and the traditional burial of the sardine.
Where: Alcázar de San Juan | More Info: Carnival of Alcázar de San Juan
Hanging of old clothes figures, a unique carnival tradition.
The Cuelga de Peleles is a tradition where figures made from old clothes are hung from the balconies of Alcázar de San Juan, announcing the upcoming carnival.
Where: Alcázar de San Juan | More Info: Hanging of the Puppets
Raffle at the end of the parade.
The Children's Parade of Moors and Christians is a fun and exciting event for children aged 4 to 16. It will take place on Emilio Castelar Street, Plaza de España, Doctor Bonardell Street, Herencia Avenue, and Constitution Avenue to the Alces Park entrance. Participants will receive t-shirts at the beginning of the parade and there will be a raffle at the end. Additionally, Medieval Workshops will be offered in the Plaza de Toros area.
Where: Alcázar de San Juan | More Info: Children's Parade
Costumed bicycle ride through the city.
The Ciclalgata is a bicycle ride through the city of Alcázar de San Juan where participants dress up and pedal 4 km, filling the streets with color and good humor.
Where: Alcázar de San Juan | More Info: Bicycle Parade
Sardine burial ritual during Carnavalcázar celebrations.
The Sardine Burial is a central ritual of Carnavalcázar, where the simulated burial of a sardine is celebrated with a public sardine feast.
Where: Alcázar de San Juan | More Info: Burial of the Sardine
Innovative attractions and educational workshops for children and youth.
Chicolandia is a completely renovated children's and youth hall offering a variety of attractions and workshops for all ages. It includes a 11-meter-high Batman slide, a Spiderman inflatable trampoline, and various educational activities.
Where: Valdepeñas | More Info: Chicolandia