Last updated: December 01, 2024
Welcome to your complete holiday season guide for Porta. Here you'll find all the information about festive events and attractions our city offers during this special season.
From the Plaza Mayor, heart of our celebrations, to the illuminated streets of the old town, Porta transforms during the holidays. Traditional markets fill the historic squares with local craft stalls and typical gastronomy, while cultural activities take place at the main monuments and public spaces of the city, creating a festive atmosphere that extends throughout the urban center.
Contact information and details below.
Thematic lighting in Barcelona's streets and squares.
The Christmas light displays in Barcelona are an exhibition of ornamental lights that illuminate hundreds of streets and squares in the city, including Passeig de Sant Joan, Plaça d'Urquinaona, and La Rambla.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Christmas Lights
The only fair in the world with more than 160 spaces selling strictly Christmas products.
The Fira de Santa Llúcia is a Christmas tradition in Barcelona dating back to 1786. It features over 200 stalls with Christmas products, including nativity scenes, decorations, Christmas trees, and handmade gifts.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Santa Llúcia Christmas Market
Market with over a hundred stalls of artisanal and traditional Christmas items.
The Fira de Nadal de la Sagrada Familia is a traditional Christmas market held in the Sagrada Familia square since 1962. It offers a variety of products, including Christmas trees and plants, nativity scenes and traditional figures, food, and handmade gifts.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Sagrada Familia Christmas Market
Synthetic ice rink and holiday market in a maritime setting.
The Christmas Fair at Port Vell is an event that offers a variety of holiday activities and attractions, including a synthetic ice rink, a market with holiday items, and musical and light shows.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Port Vell Christmas Fair
Unique procession with illuminated floats and dynamic choreographies.
The Cabalgata de los Reyes Magos is a traditional parade that runs through several streets in the center of Barcelona, filling the city with color and music. The Three Kings, Melchor, Gaspar, and Baltasar, will arrive at the Portal de la Pau aboard the Santa Eulàlia boat, and then begin their procession from the Avenida del Marquès de l’Argentera to the Font Màgica de Montjuïc.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Three Kings Parade
Christmas concert featuring classical music and film soundtracks.
The Barcelona Chamber Accordion Orchestra (OCAB) presents its Christmas Concert at the Sala 2 Oriol Martorell of the Auditori. The repertoire includes arrangements by Pepita Sellés and works by Strauss, Brahms, Sibelius, Morera, and more. The castanet soloist is Consol Grau.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Christmas Concerts
Daily liturgical celebrations with services in Catalan and Spanish.
Masses at Barcelona Cathedral are held regularly, offering a variety of services in Catalan and Spanish. Daily services include masses in the Chapel of the Holy Sacrament and the High Altar, while Sundays and holidays have a special schedule.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Midnight Mass
Open water swimming competition with participants of all ages.
The Copa Nadal is an open water swimming competition held in Barcelona's harbor every December 25th. Participants must swim 200 meters from the Portal de la Pau to the other side of the harbor.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Barcelona Swimming Club Christmas Cup