Last updated: December 01, 2024
Discover the wonderful Christmas season in Olesa de Montserrat! This comprehensive guide presents all the festive activities and traditional celebrations that our Mediterranean city offers during these cherished dates.
From Plaza de la Vila, the heart of our celebrations, to the old town streets decorated with Christmas lights, you'll find traditional markets, artisanal nativity scenes, and cultural performances. The proximity to Montserrat enriches our program with choral concerts at Santa María Church, while the Municipal Park hosts the traditional craft and local products fair.
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Unique ice rink inside the Modernist Recinto.
At the Modernist Recinto of Sant Pau, enjoy a unique ice skating experience surrounded by modernist architecture. The ice rink is located in the basement of the Convent building, providing a cool and ideal environment to keep the ice in perfect conditions.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Ice Skating at Hospital de Sant Pau
The only fair in the world with more than 160 stalls dedicated to Christmas products.
The Fira de Santa Llúcia is a Christmas tradition in Barcelona dating back to 1786. It features over 200 stalls selling Christmas items, such as nativity scenes, Christmas trees, and handicrafts.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Santa Llúcia Christmas Fair
Traditional market with over a hundred 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 filling the square 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 activities for children in a maritime setting.
The Port Vell Christmas Fair features 30 days of performances and creative and fun activities for children of different ages. Located at the Moll de la Fusta, this event is a meeting point and union between different entities and schools of the neighborhood to promote port and maritime culture.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Port Vell Christmas Fair
Christmas markets with traditional handicrafts and decorations.
The Christmas markets and fairs in Barcelona offer a variety of gift items and holiday decorations, including Christmas trees, nativity scenes, and handmade crafts.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Christmas Markets Tour
Daily liturgical celebrations in Catalan and Spanish.
The masses at Barcelona Cathedral offer a rich and traditional liturgical experience, with daily services in Catalan and Spanish.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Midnight Mass at the Cathedral
Christmas concert with unique arrangements by Pepita Sellés.
The Orquestra de Cambra d'Acordions de Barcelona (OCAB) presents its Christmas Concert at the Sala 2 Oriol Martorell of the Auditori. This musical event features arrangements by Pepita Sellés, works by Strauss, Brahms, Sibelius, Morera, and more. The orchestra will be directed by Jesús Otero and will include the participation of Consol Grau on castanets.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Christmas Concerts
Unique experience with five Christmas-themed magical worlds.
In Natalis, discover five magical worlds designed to enjoy a day with family filled with illusions and fantasy. Wishland is the place where dreams come true, while Ilusionarius surprises with the magic and illusion of Christmas. Tradicionarius revives the Christmas traditions like the Caga Tió and the nativity scene, and Candy Fun is the sweetest and most colorful world with handicraft workshops and games. Elfland is a magical corner inhabited by the smallest Christmas characters.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Santa's Visit at the Christmas Market
Live-guided nighttime tour with information in Catalan, Spanish, and English.
The Barcelona Christmas Tour allows you to enjoy the holiday decorations and lights in the city streets, discover the traditions and secrets surrounding these dates, and visit iconic places like Plaza de Cataluña, Paseo de Gracia, and the Basilica of the Sagrada Familia.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Christmas Lights Tour
Concerts in unusual locations in Barcelona.
The Ciutat Vella Jazz and Creative Music Festival features innovative concerts in various iconic locations in Barcelona, highlighting its social commitment and selection of emerging artists.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Jazz and Blues Concerts
Parade through the most commercial street of the Sants neighborhood.
The Barcelona Christmas Parade of Santa Claus is a traditional event in the Sants neighborhood, where it parades through the most commercial street of the neighborhood, offering a unique and exciting experience for all attendees.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Father Christmases Parade
Collection of Mexican nativity scenes and family holiday workshops.
The Christmas exhibition at the Diocesan Museum of Barcelona features an exceptional collection of nativity scenes and holiday dioramas, including a selection of Mexican nativity scenes. Family holiday workshops allow children to learn how to make miniature nativity scenes.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Christmas Exhibitions
Holiday food tasting in a unique historical setting.
The Mercer Restaurant offers a holiday food tasting with traditional Catalan dishes, French influence, and advanced culinary techniques, using seasonal local ingredients.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Christmas Food Tasting