Last updated: December 01, 2024
Discover Granada's Christmas spirit with our complete festive event guide. From the historic quarter to the modern shopping district, you'll find all the activities and celebrations that make Granada an unforgettable holiday destination.
Plaza Bib-Rambla transforms with its traditional Christmas market, while the Cathedral hosts carol concerts. The walk along Carrera del Darro offers splendid views of the illuminated Alhambra, and the streets of Albaicín fill with artisanal nativity scenes. Roasted chestnut and hot chocolate stands in Plaza Nueva complement the Granada Christmas experience.
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Largest nativity scene in Andalusia.
The Christmas Market in Plaza Bib-Rambla is a traditional market featuring local artisan stalls, nativity scenes, and holiday decorations. You can find handmade nativity figures by local artisans and those from other cities.
Where: Granada | More Info: Christmas Market in Plaza Bib-Rambla
New Year's Eve dinner with flamenco show and cotillón.
The Special New Year's Eve Dinner at Jardines de Zoraya offers an exclusive menu and an unforgettable flamenco show. Enjoy a unique evening with cotillón, grapes, and champagne.
Where: Granada | More Info: Special New Year's Eve Dinner
Classical and contemporary music in iconic locations.
The Candlelight Christmas concerts in Granada offer a unique musical experience, featuring holiday classics and soundtracks performed by professional musicians in iconic locations such as the Basilica of San Juan de Dios and the Palacio de Santa Paula.
Where: Granada | More Info: Christmas Concerts
Traditional religious celebration with biblical readings and Eucharist.
The Misa del Gallo at San Pedro and San Pablo Parish is a traditional religious celebration featuring biblical readings, psalms, and the Eucharist. This ceremony is a moment of reflection and prayer for the faithful.
Where: Granada | More Info: Misa del Gallo at San Pedro and San Pablo Church
Distribution of 3,000 bags of cotillón and lucky grapes.
At the Town Hall Square, enjoy the lucky grapes and fireworks display while the group el Beso de Judas performs until 02:00.
Where: Granada | More Info: Lucky Grapes at the Town Hall Square
Ferris wheel with spherical cabins and 360-degree views.
The noria mirador is a Christmas attraction in Granada that offers 360-degree views from its spherical cabins, reaching almost 50 meters in height. Visitors can enjoy views of the Alhambra, Sierra Nevada, and the Vega granadina in an LED-illuminated structure.
Where: Granada | More Info: Ferris Wheel in the Salon
Tour of historic and traditional nativity scenes at various points in the city.
The Belen Route is a tour through the best nativity scenes in Granada, where you can enjoy a variety of Christmas scenes made with care and dedication.
Where: Granada | More Info: Nativity Scenes Route
Original route through Granada's streets with over 20 floats and 15,000 kilograms of candies.
The Cabalgata de los Reyes Magos in Granada is a colorful and musical spectacle featuring beautiful floats and a procession of over a thousand people spreading joy and gifts.
Where: Granada | More Info: Parade of the Magi
Traditional Andalusian massage and thermal rituals.
At Hammam Al Ándalus, enjoy a unique hammam experience in a setting of well-being and Andalusian culture. Feel the Journey of Water, massages, rituals, and carefully designed experiences to connect with your Inner Nature.
Where: Granada | More Info: Arab Baths Hammam Al Andalus
Inclusive sports activity with ski lessons and accommodation.
Enjoy three days of skiing in Sierra Nevada with accommodation and ski or snowboard lessons.
Where: Sierra Nevada | More Info: New Activities in Sierra Nevada
Santa Claus and the Three Wise Men skiing down an illuminated slope.
The Descenso de Santa Claus y los Tres Reyes Magos is a Christmas event at Sierra Nevada where Santa Claus and the Three Wise Men ski down the illuminated El Río slope. It includes screenings of children's movies, concerts, and Christmas workshops.
Where: Sierra Nevada | More Info: Descent of Santa Claus and the Three Wise Men
Arrival of the Three Wise Men in the snow.
The Three Wise Men of the East Parade in Sierra Nevada is a Christmas event that concludes on January 5 with the arrival of the Three Wise Men at the resort. The magic of Christmas is experienced in the snow with activities and DJ sessions.
Where: Sierra Nevada | More Info: New Year's Eve Chimes in Sierra Nevada
Guided tour through Granada's historic neighborhoods.
Discover the history of Granada and the Alhambra on a guided walking tour through the Albaicín and Sacromonte neighborhoods. Learn about the Moorish neighborhood of Albaicín and the flamenco heritage of Sacromonte.
Where: Granada | More Info: Albaicin and Sacromonte Guided Tour