Last updated: December 01, 2024
Discover the Christmas celebrations of Avilés with our festive guide. Both residents and visitors will find all the necessary information to enjoy the traditions and events that adorn our coastal city during these special dates.
The historic center of Avilés transforms during the Christmas season, with Plaza de España as the epicenter of celebrations. Traditional markets extend through the medieval streets, from Plaza del Carbayo to Parque del Muelle, offering local crafts and typical Asturian gastronomy. The main streets showcase festive lighting, while the Teatro Palacio Valdés hosts concerts and traditional performances.
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Special lighting with 379 light decorations in 79 locations.
The Christmas Light Display in Avilés is an event that illuminates the city's streets and plazas with 379 light decorations spread across 79 locations. It includes luminous arches, streetlight details, and unique elements like a transitable star and a 16-meter tall cone-shaped tree.
Where: Avilés | More Info: Christmas Lights Switch-On
Sale of traditional Christmas handmade products.
The Feria D’Avientu is a Christmas market offering handmade products such as jewelry, accessories, wood, ceramics, and glass, as well as traditional Christmas items.
Where: Avilés | More Info: Avientu Fair
Thematic event design adapted to any historical period.
Rivendel Tematic Markets offers high-quality thematic events, with extensive decorations and various activities. Themes range from the Roman Empire to the Medieval and Renaissance periods, including maritime and artisanal markets.
Where: Avilés | More Info: Rivendel Thematic Market
Medieval market recreation with artisanal products and live activities.
The Avilés Medieval Market is a recreation of the Franco de Alcabala market, granted by the Catholic Monarchs to the town. It features a wide range of artisanal products, jewelry, ceramics, leather, and jewelry, along with live demonstrations of craftsmanship and traditional cooking.
Where: Avilés | More Info: Medieval Market
Diverse artisan products in one place.
The Avilés Christmas Market features 20 diverse artisan stalls at La Exposición, offering items ranging from jewelry to home and food utensils.
Where: Avilés | More Info: Christmas Market Stall
Themed route through Avilés' city center.
The Christmas Tourist Train is a themed route that runs through the main streets of Avilés' city center, offering a unique experience during the Christmas season. With a duration of approximately 15 minutes, the train will run from December 15 to January 7, with departures and arrivals at Plaza de España and La Exposición Fairground.
Where: Avilés | More Info: Christmas Tourist Train
Searches for the Nataliegu in a colorful procession with gaita music.
The Cortexu del Nataliego is a traditional procession that recovers the magic of Christmas in Avilés. The colorful procession, led by L’Angulero and Lolina, searches for the Nataliegu in the Las Meanas park with the music of the Banda de Gaitas La Laguna del Torollu.
Where: Avilés | More Info: Nataliego Parade
Carol concerts in iconic city squares.
The Christmas orchestras in Avilés provide concerts of carols and classical music in iconic city squares, creating a cozy and traditional atmosphere.
Where: Avilés | More Info: Christmas Orchestras
Family theater program with performances in various cultural centers.
The cultural centers in Avilés are organizing 71 free activities until the end of the year, including family theater, children's storytelling, and cultural workshops in Versalles, La Xungarosa, La Carriona, and the Bances Candamo Library.
Where: Avilés | More Info: Family Theater
Family-friendly movies at family hours.
In Cine Familiar en los Barrios, two family-friendly movies are scheduled to be shown at different cultural centers in Avilés. All sessions take place at 18:15 hours.
Where: Avilés | More Info: Family Cinema in the Neighborhoods
Free artificial ice rink with eco-friendly technology.
The artificial ice rink will be installed at the La Exposición ice rink, offering a 450-meter square surface for skating. Admission and skate rentals will be free, and the installation will use artificial ice technology to reduce energy consumption and atmospheric emissions.
Where: Avilés | More Info: Artificial Ice Rink