Last updated: December 01, 2024
Welcome to the Christmas season in Leganés! This comprehensive guide offers all the information you need to enjoy the festive celebrations in our city. Whether you're a local or a visitor, you'll find the best holiday events and activities.
The historic center of Leganés transforms during this season with its traditional Christmas market in Plaza Mayor, where craft and food stalls come to life. The main streets, from Avenida Fuenlabrada to Plaza de España, light up with festive decorations, while Parque de la Chopera hosts shows and activities for the whole family. The proximity to Madrid allows you to complement the experience with the capital's celebrations, located just 20 minutes away by public transport.
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Lights designed by children and specialists in LED technology.
During the Christmas festivities, the streets, squares, and buildings of Madrid are illuminated with millions of LED lights, meeting the requirements of environmental respect and energy efficiency. The national football selector, Luis de la Fuente, will light up the lights at Puerta del Sol on November 28.
Where: Madrid | More Info: Stroll through Christmas Lights
Over 100 stalls with unique holiday products.
The Christmas Market in Plaza Mayor is a traditional event featuring over 100 stalls filled with nativity scenes, musical instruments, toys, and novelty items. The Plaza Mayor Traditional Christmas Market Association welcomes all vendors to offer their holiday products.
Where: Madrid | More Info: Christmas Market in Plaza Mayor
Diversity of artisanal and gastronomic products in a festive atmosphere.
The Christmas markets in Madrid offer a wide variety of holiday products, including decorations and nativity scenes, as well as artisanal goods and food. These traditional markets are set up in iconic locations throughout the city, such as Plaza Mayor and Paseo de Recoletos, and are open throughout December.
Where: Madrid | More Info: Christmas Markets
Parade through Madrid's streets with royal carriages and candy distribution.
The Three Kings Parade is a unique tradition in Madrid where the Three Kings, Melchor, Gaspar, and Baltasar, ride through the streets in royal carriages, accompanied by pages and other characters, distributing candies and gifts to children. The procession starts on Paseo de la Castellana and ends at Plaza de Cibeles, culminating in a fireworks display.
Where: Madrid | More Info: Three Kings Parade
A unique program combining classical and carol pieces.
The 2024 Christmas Concert by the Madrid Philharmonic Orchestra is a musical event featuring a variety of classical and Christmas pieces, directed by Maestro Pascual Osa. The program includes iconic works such as Bach's Oratorio of Christmas and Falla's Danza I from La Vida Breve, along with carols and operas.
Where: Madrid | More Info: Christmas Concerts
Articulated figures with colorful clothing and detailed accessories.
The Belén del Museo de Historia de Madrid features over fifty animal and human figures depicting scenes from the Nativity of Jesus and the trades, customs, and habits of 18th century Naples. The figures are articulated with colorful clothing and detailed accessories, made using a wire framework covered with twine.
Where: Madrid | More Info: Nativity Scenes
Nighttime parties with open bar and commercial music at various venues.
New Year's Eve in Madrid offers a variety of parties in different discos and venues, with open bar, commercial music, and reggaeton, catering to all tastes.
Where: Madrid | More Info: New Year's Celebration