Last updated: December 01, 2024
Discover the Christmas celebrations in el Besòs i el Maresme with our comprehensive holiday event guide. We have prepared this detailed journey so that both neighbors and visitors can enjoy all the activities our district has to offer.
The heart of the festivities is concentrated along Rambla Prim and Plaza de los Porxos, where you'll find the traditional Christmas market with local crafts and gastronomy stalls. From here, you can walk through the illuminated streets towards the Besòs Civic Center, home to concerts and exhibitions, while the Fòrum Park hosts the winter fair with attractions for the whole family.
Contact information and details below.
The only fair in the world with over 160 stalls dedicated to Christmas products.
The Fira de Santa Llúcia is a Christmas tradition held in the heart of Barcelona's Gothic Quarter, in front of the Cathedral. With over 200 stalls, it offers a wide variety of Christmas products, including nativity scenes, Christmas trees, decorations, and handmade gifts.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Fira de Santa Llúcia Christmas Market
Traditional market with over a hundred stalls.
The Fira de Nadal de la Sagrada Familia is a traditional Christmas market held in the Sagrada Familia square since 1962. It starts at the end of November or early December and can be visited until Christmas. The numerous stalls are divided into four sectors: Christmas trees and plants, nativity scenes and traditional figures, food, and gifts.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Sagrada Familia Christmas Market
Traditional and creative activities for the whole family.
The Port Vell Christmas Fair offers a variety of creative and fun activities for all ages, including children's workshops, live music performances, and traditional events.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Port Vell Christmas Fair
Unique handmade crafts and holiday decorations.
The Port Vell Artisan Market offers a variety of creative and handmade items, including jewelry, bisutería, and unique holiday decorations.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Port Vell Artisan Market
Illuminated floats and collection of children's letters.
The Cabalgata de los Reyes Magos is a traditional parade that begins with the arrival of the Three Wise Men at Portal de la Pau, followed by a procession through several streets in the center of Barcelona. The parade includes illuminated floats, music, and dance, and collects letters from children to the rhythm of Christmas songs.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Three Kings Parade
Daily liturgical celebrations with multiple services in various languages.
The masses at Barcelona Cathedral offer a rich and traditional religious experience, with services in Catalan and Spanish throughout the day.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Midnight Mass
Christmas concert with Pepita Sellés arrangements and castanet soloist.
The Barcelona Chamber Accordion Orchestra (OCAB) presents its Christmas Concert, a musical event featuring arrangements by Pepita Sellés and works by Strauss, Brahms, Sibelius, Morera, and Granados, among others. The concert takes place at the Sala 2 Oriol Martorell of the Auditori, directed by Jesús Otero and featuring Consol Grau as the castanet soloist.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Christmas Concerts
Reception of the Three Kings at Portal de la Pau.
The Three Kings will arrive at Port de Barcelona on January 5, where they will be received by the president of the Port, Lluís Salvadó, and other directors. The ceremony will take place at Portal de la Pau.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Visit of the Three Kings to Port Vell
Symbolic representation of Christmas on the facade of the Sagrada Familia.
The Nativity facade of the Sagrada Familia represents Christmas as the triumph of life, featuring typical Christmas scenes and theological symbolism.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Nativity Scene