Last updated: December 01, 2024
Plan your Christmas celebrations in Fort Pienc with our comprehensive guide. Discover the festive events and activities that bring life to our Barcelona neighborhood during these special dates.
The heart of festivities centers on Fort Pienc Plaza, where the traditional Christmas market showcases local crafts and typical Catalan products. Visitors can stroll through decorated streets connecting to Passeig de Sant Joan, enjoying Christmas lights and nativity scenes displayed in local shops. The proximity to Eixample allows complementing the visit with festive activities in neighboring districts.
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Live-guided nighttime tour with commentary in Catalan, Spanish, and English.
The Barcelona Christmas Tour allows you to enjoy the holiday decorations and lighting in the city's streets, visiting iconic places like Paseo de Gracia, the Basilica of the Sagrada Familia and its Christmas Fair, La Pedrera, and the Sant Antoni Market.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Christmas Walking Tour
Unique location on Avinguda de la Catedral with over 160 stalls selling Christmas products.
The Fira de Santa Llúcia is a Christmas tradition celebrated in the heart of Barcelona's Gothic Quarter. With over 200 stalls, it offers a wide variety of Christmas products, from nativities and decorations to handicrafts and gifts.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Fira de Santa Llúcia Christmas Market
Market with over a hundred artisanal 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 beginning of 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
Large LED-lit Christmas tree and floating nativity scene at the port.
The Port Vell Artisan Market offers a variety of Christmas items and artisanal goods, including decorations, nativity scenes, and traditional holiday food.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Port Vell Artisan Food Fair
Daily liturgical celebrations with multiple services in Catalan and Spanish.
The masses at Barcelona Cathedral are held regularly, offering a rich religious experience with significant cultural value. Services include masses in Catalan and Spanish, both in the Chapel of the Holy Sacrament and the High Altar.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Midnight Mass
Unique route through several streets in Barcelona's city center.
The Cabalgata de Reyes Magos is a traditional parade that starts with the arrival of the Three Wise Men in Barcelona, followed by a procession through several streets in the city center. The parade includes decorated floats, dancers, and a variety of acts celebrating Christmas.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Three Kings Parade
Christmas concert featuring classical pieces and soundtracks.
The Barcelona Chamber Accordion Orchestra (OCAB) presents its Christmas Concert with a selection of classical pieces and soundtracks, including arrangements by Pepita Sellés and works by Strauss, Brahms, and Sibelius.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Christmas Concerts
Presentation of top-level flamenco figures in various venues in Barcelona.
The De Cajón Flamenco Festival is an event that brings together the best flamenco artists in Barcelona, offering a variety of concerts in different locations around the city.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Flamenco Shows
Fireworks display and live music at the Magic Fountain of Montjuïc.
New Year's Eve in Barcelona is an unforgettable celebration featuring a fireworks display, live music, and the tradition of eating 12 grapes at midnight.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: New Year's Eve in Barcelona
Historical recreation of Saint Francis' era with 19th-century clothing.
The traditional Barcelona Nativity Scene is displayed at the Pati del Museu Frederic Marès, commemorating 800 years of nativity scenes. Dedicated to Saint Francis of Assisi, the nativity scene is inspired by painters of the time, particularly Giotto di Bondone. It recreates the era of Saint Francis with clothing from the late 19th century. Classic scenes such as the birth, the announcement, and the journey of the Magi can be seen, along with a scene of Saint Francis and some hidden scenes featuring iconic Catalan nativity figures like the caganer. Students from the art floral specialty of the Casa d’Oficis de l’Espectacle i les Indústries Creatives participate in the floral decoration of the nativity scene.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Nativity Scene
Skate rental and access to facilities with a specific date and time.
The FC Barcelona Ice Rink offers a unique experience next to the Spotify Camp Nou, with skate rental and access to facilities with a specific date and time.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Ice Skating
Holiday food tasting in a historic restaurant in the Gothic Quarter.
The Mercer Restaurant offers a holiday food tasting with traditional Catalan dishes and French influences, using seasonal local ingredients and advanced culinary techniques.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Christmas Food Tasting