Last updated: December 01, 2024
Discover the Christmas festivities in La Orotava with our comprehensive guide. Both local residents and visitors will find detailed information about all the celebrations and activities that our historic town offers during this season.
Plaza de la Constitución transforms into the heart of celebrations, with its traditional Christmas market and magnificent municipal nativity scene. The cobblestone streets of the historic quarter host numerous cultural activities, while the Church of La Concepción serves as a meeting point for carol concerts. Visitors can easily explore the historic center, where the manor houses display their traditional Canarian decorations.
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Large Nativity Scene with over 300 life-size pieces.
Christmas in La Orotava is an event filled with cultural and religious activities, including the inauguration of the Nativity Scene in the Town Hall Square, musical concerts, craft workshops, and a wide variety of family events.
Where: La Orotava | More Info: Christmas in La Orotava
Blessing of the Mayor's Nativity Scene with light display.
The Christmas Light Display in Adeje illuminates Plaza de España with a blessing of the Mayor's Nativity Scene, creating a festive and welcoming atmosphere.
Where: Adeje | More Info: Christmas Lights Switch-On in Adeje
Fair with Christmas handicrafts and gifts in the Constitution Square.
The Christmas Fair in La Orotava offers a variety of Christmas items, decorative elements, and gastronomic products. The Gift and Handicraft Fair can be enjoyed from December 15 to January 5.
Where: La Orotava | More Info: Christmas Fair
Presentation of local handicraft products.
The 4th Handicraft Market in Puerto de la Cruz is an event that brings together local artisans to showcase and sell their handicrafts. This market is part of the initiatives by the Cabildo de Tenerife and the municipality of Puerto de la Cruz to promote and sell handicrafts.
Where: Puerto de la Cruz | More Info: Christmas Market in Puerto de la Cruz
Religious and cultural celebrations in honor of Our Lady of the Incarnation.
The Patronal Festivals of Adeje are a series of events that include solemn masses, religious processions, and cultural activities celebrating the devotion to Our Lady of the Incarnation.
Where: Adeje | More Info: Adeje Patron Saint Festivities
A unique night with the best voices of Tenerife's first Gospel choir.
Christmas Music Concerts in Puerto de la Cruz offer a unique night with the best voices of Tenerife's first Gospel choir, presenting the festive program of Puerto de la Cruz at the Pirámides de Martiánez Shopping Center.
Where: Puerto de la Cruz | More Info: Christmas Music Concerts in Puerto de la Cruz
Tapestry made with Teide sand.
The Plaza del Ayuntamiento of La Orotava's carpet is a tapestry made with Teide sand, linking to next year's design with two motifs: a flat silhouette of an apple tree and an angel figure.
Where: La Orotava | More Info: Town Hall Plaza Portal
A playful and educational space for children with dynamic and cultural activities.
The Christmas Ludoteca offers a variety of playful and educational activities for children and girls aged 4 to 14, including cooperative games, Christmas workshops, and cultural visits.
Where: La Orotava | More Info: Christmas Toy Library
Diversity of styles and unique artworks in each nativity scene.
The XVI Ruta de Belenes in Villa de La Orotava features a variety of nativity scenes in different styles, from November 24 to January 8. Each of these nativity scenes is an artwork that reflects the local tradition and creativity.
Where: La Orotava | More Info: Nativity Scene Route
Creating unique objects from recycled materials.
In Santa Cruz de Tenerife, the gift-making and recycling workshops offer a unique opportunity to create unique objects from recycled materials, promoting sustainability and creativity.
Where: Santa Cruz de Tenerife | More Info: Gift Wrapping and Recycling Workshops in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Letter collection throughout the day.
The Cabalgata de los Reyes Magos in La Orotava is a unique tradition celebrated on January 5th. It starts at Parque Cultural Doña Chana and ends at Plaza del Ayuntamiento. Throughout the day, letters are collected at Parroquia de San Juan Bautista and Plaza del Ayuntamiento.
Where: La Orotava | More Info: Cavalcade of the Three Wise Men in La Orotava
Traditional parade through Santa Cruz de Tenerife streets with 16 floats and a comprehensive security setup.
The Cabalgata de los Reyes Magos in Santa Cruz de Tenerife is a traditional event that begins with the reception of the Three Wise Men at the Heliodoro Rodríguez López stadium at 17:00 hours, followed by a parade through the city streets, including iconic avenues and squares such as the Republica Dominicana, Ramón y Cajal, and La Candelaria.
Where: Santa Cruz de Tenerife | More Info: Cavalcade of the Three Wise Men in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Nocturnal religious celebration with multiple masses in various parishes.
The Midnight Mass in Santa Cruz de Tenerife is a deeply religious tradition celebrated with great devotion and solemnity. Masses are held in various parishes of the city, each with its specific schedule.
Where: Santa Cruz de Tenerife | More Info: Midnight Mass in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Over 500 figures in a large structure.
The Municipal Nativity Scene of Candelaria is a large structure representing the Villa Mariana with over 500 figures, providing a detailed view of the locality.
Where: Candelaria | More Info: Candelaria Nativity Scene