Last updated: December 01, 2024
Ready for the Christmas excitement in Madrid? Our guide offers everything you need to celebrate these holidays. For both Madrid locals and visitors alike, this festive compendium will help you discover every Christmas corner of the capital.
From the emblematic Puerta del Sol to Plaza Mayor, Madrid transforms itself with traditional Christmas markets, artisanal nativity scenes, and lighting that adorns the main streets. The historic center hosts Christmas sweets and craft stalls, while Retiro Park and Gran Vía offer activities for the whole family. The Salamanca and Chamberí neighborhoods complement the experience with their characteristic decorations and festive shops.
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Immersive tour with 35 volunteers and 400 figures.
The president of the Community of Madrid, Isabel Díaz Ayuso, inaugurated the traditional Nativity Scene of the Royal Post Office, which this year honors the first birth that took place in Italy 800 years ago. The installation features 35 volunteers and reproduces nine main scenes with approximately 400 figures.
Where: Madrid | More Info: Nativity Scene at Real Casa de Correos
Presentation of unique and authentic handmade products.
The Community of Madrid's Artisan Market Fair is an event that brings together over 130 artisan workshops, offering a wide variety of handmade products such as ceramics, jewelry, jewelry, and textile decoration. It takes place from December 1st to 30th, 2024, at Paseo de Recoletos, Madrid.
Where: Madrid | More Info: Christmas Market in Paseo de Recoletos
Features over 60 exhibitors with select products related to fashion, handicrafts, gourmet food, decoration, and accessories.
The Mercadillo del Gato is an artisan market and exclusive product fair offering a variety of unique items, from art jewelry to high-quality clothing.
Where: Madrid | More Info: Mercadillo del Gato
30K Hot Gins and 300 hours of live music.
The Beefeater Xmas Market is a holiday event that brings the essence of London to Madrid, offering Hot Gin tastings and live music sessions.
Where: Madrid | More Info: Beefeater Xmas Market
30-year celebration of gospel with international choirs.
The Gospel Festival celebrates its 30th anniversary with an impressive lineup featuring Soweto Gospel Choir, Mississippi Mass Choir, and The South Carolina Gospel Choir, among others. This edition will present shows like "Hope" and "The Gospel Legend Tour".
Where: Madrid | More Info: Gospel Festival
Presentation of new discographic works and tour beginnings by national artists.
Inverfest is a winter festival celebrating music and culture in Madrid with over 100 shows including concerts, poetic evenings, film, and winter nights.
Where: Madrid | More Info: Inverfest
Recovering the Christmas spirit with music and dance.
The Christmas show at Circo Price features an exciting story where five friends try to recover the spirit of Christmas after living incredible adventures around the world. The production includes music, dance, humor, and songs performed by the best contemporary circus artists.
Where: Madrid | More Info: Circo Price Christmas Spectacular
Caravan of the Three Wise Men with royal carriages and pages distributing candies.
The Cabalgata de Reyes is a festive tradition where the Three Wise Men, Melchor, Gaspar, and Baltasar, parade through Madrid's streets in an impressive caravan, distributing gifts and candies to children and adults. This celebration symbolizes the unity and respect between generations.
Where: Madrid | More Info: Three Kings Parade
Immersive ice rink with a Christmas market.
The ice rink at the Cibeles Palace is a 400 square meter space where you can ice skate and visit a Christmas market featuring small and medium-sized businesses that sell on Amazon.es.
Where: Madrid | More Info: Ice Skating Rink at Palacio de Cibeles
Free artistic ice skating exhibitions organized by the Madrid Winter Sports Federation.
The ice rink at Matadero is an impressive outdoor space with a 600 m² surface, perfect for both experts and beginners of all ages. It offers free ice skating and artistic ice skating exhibitions.
Where: Madrid | More Info: Ice Skating Rink at Matadero
Original Napoletan figures and nods to modernity.
The Belén del Palacio Real is a Christmas tradition initiated by Carlos III, featuring Napoletan and Genovese figures crafted by artisans from Naples. This year, the nativity scene includes nods to modernity, such as paintings in the style of Pablo Picasso.
Where: Madrid | More Info: Nativity Scene at Royal Palace
Lottery with significant prizes and high public anticipation.
The Lotería de Navidad is an annual lottery offering significant prizes, including the Gordo, which awards 4.000.000 euros.
Where: Madrid | More Info: Christmas Lottery El Gordo