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Last updated: December 01, 2024

Welcome to the Christmas guide for Barri de les Corts, where you'll find all the necessary information about festive celebrations in this historic Barcelona district. From traditional markets to cultural activities, this guide will help you discover the best of the festivities.

The heart of the celebrations is centered in Plaça de la Concòrdia, where the traditional Christmas market comes alive with local craft stalls and typical Catalan products. The main streets, such as Travessera de les Corts and Avenida Diagonal, are illuminated with festive decorations, while Parc de les Corts offers family activities and the Can Deu Civic Center presents Christmas exhibitions and concerts.

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Barri de les Corts Holiday Light Displays

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Discover the history behind the most typical holiday traditions.

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The Barcelona Christmas Tour allows you to enjoy the holiday decorations and lighting in the city streets while discovering the traditions and secrets surrounding this time of year. You will visit iconic places like Passeig de Gracia, the Basilica of the Sagrada Familia and its Christmas Fair, La Pedrera, Sant Antoni Market, and other points of interest.

Where: Barcelona | More Info: Barcelona Christmas Bus Tour

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Barri de les Corts Holiday Markets and Shopping

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Gift stalls and family activities in a festive atmosphere.

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The Fira de Reis de la Gran Via is a Christmas market held on Barcelona's Gran Via, offering a wide variety of gifts and traditional products for the Three Kings' Day celebrations.

Where: Barcelona | More Info: Three Kings Christmas Fair

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Unique location on Avinguda de la Catedral in Barcelona.

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The Fira de Santa Llúcia is a Christmas tradition in Barcelona dating back to 1786. It features over 200 stalls selling Christmas products, including nativity scenes, decorations, Christmas trees, and handicrafts.

Where: Barcelona | More Info: Santa Lucia Christmas Market

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Christmas market with artisanal crafts and food products.

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The Fira de la Sagrada Familia offers a wide variety of Christmas complements, including figures and accessories for nativity scenes, Christmas trees, and various decorations. It also highlights the craftsmanship of different countries and artists, complemented by artisanal food products such as nougat, cheeses, sausages, sweets, and chestnuts.

Where: Barcelona | More Info: Sagrada Familia Christmas Market

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Children's activities and creative workshops in a maritime setting.

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The Fira de Navidad al Moll de la Fusta is an event offering 30 days of performances and creative and fun activities every day, including children's workshops and live music shows. Located at the Moll de la Fusta, this attractive space is surrounded by boats, color, and sea smell, with lighting, cuisine, and Christmas parades.

Where: Barcelona | More Info: Christmas Market at Port Vell

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Includes a responsible consumption game with a roulette to encourage visitors to participate.

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The Fair of Responsible Consumption and Social and Solidarity Economy promotes responsible consumption and social economy, offering sustainable products and services in areas such as energy, finance, food, and culture.

Where: Barcelona | More Info: Responsible Consumption Fair

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Fashion designers and artisans in one space.

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Estació Disseny is an event where fashion designers, accessories, interior design, and art come together to showcase their creations. It offers a unique opportunity to discover innovative and handmade products.

Where: Barcelona | More Info: Estació Disseny

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Careful selection of innovative and high-quality design products.

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The Design Market Barcelona is an independent designers' market organized by the Fomento de las Artes y del Diseño (FAD) every Christmas. It features the best products and creations in fashion and accessories, home and personal items, contemporary jewelry, handcrafted products, publications, graphic elements, furniture, illustration, lighting, and limited-series artworks.

Where: Barcelona | More Info: Design Market by FAD

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Barri de les Corts Holiday Shows and Entertainment

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Traditional floats and dance with unique choreography.

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The Cavalcada de Reis is a traditional parade that runs through several streets in the center of Barcelona, accompanied by floats, music, and dance. The Magi Melchor, Gaspar, and Baltasar will be received by the giants of Barcelona and the mayor, and then start the parade at 6:00 PM.

Where: Barcelona | More Info: Three Kings Parade

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Traditional Catalan theatrical representation with complex artistic elements.

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Els Pastorets is a traditional Catalan theatrical representation that tells the story of Christmas with music, dance, and special effects. This theatrical piece is a meeting point for various generations and contributes to the cultural richness of the region.

Where: Barcelona | More Info: The Little Shepherds

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Magical decorations and lighting in five Christmas worlds.

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Poble Espanyol transforms into five magical worlds during Christmas, with over 20 decorations and magical lighting. The streets will be filled with joy, offering an endearing journey for children, adults, with magic shows, circus, music, and chocolate throughout the Poble.

Where: Barcelona | More Info: Poble Espanyol Christmas Market

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Free activities and cultural events in an iconic modernist recinto.

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The Sant Jordi Day at the Sant Pau Modernist Recinto is a day filled with free activities celebrating the history and architecture of the old hospital. There will be informational videos about the 10 years of activity, concerts, readings, and jam sessions in the Lluís Domènech i Montaner hall.

Where: Barcelona | More Info: Sant Jordi Christmas

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Barri de les Corts Other Holiday Activities

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Artistic dioramas with cork and moss representing the birth of Jesus and the flight to Egypt.

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The Real Monastery of Santa María de Pedralbes presents a new Christmas nativity scene display, featuring dioramas depicting the birth of Jesus and the flight to Egypt, created by Domènec Talarn i Ribot and Montserrat Ribes i Daviu. The display includes constructions of cork and moss that recall the rural environments of Catalonia.

Where: Barcelona | More Info: Pedralbes Monastery Nativity

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