Last updated: 11 de November de 2024
Discover the Christmas spirit in Premià de Mar! Our guide presents all the festive activities and events celebrated in this charming coastal town of Maresme, perfect for both locals and visitors who wish to explore our Mediterranean traditions.
From the Town Hall Square to the Maritime Promenade, the city transforms with its traditional Christmas markets and cultural activities. The old town hosts craft stalls and local products, while the Gran Via offers shows and entertainment for all ages. The celebrations extend to neighboring Maresme towns, where every corner comes alive with the festive atmosphere characteristic of the Catalan coast.
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Premia de Mar Holiday Markets and Shopping
Santa Llúcia Fair
- What to Expect
- The only fair in the world with more than 160 spaces selling strictly Christmas products.
- Description
- 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, Christmas trees, decorations, and handmade gifts.
- Where
- Barcelona | More Info : Santa Llúcia Fair
St. Thomas Market
- What to Expect
- Celebration of txistorra and field products in a rural market.
- Description
- The Santo Tomás Fair is a unique celebration where Donostia/San Sebastián transforms into a rural market, with txistorra as the main attraction. The sales stalls offer a variety of products, including talos and field products, while the contests attract visitors with their diversity.
- Where
- Barcelona | More Info : St. Thomas Market
Premia de Mar Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Midnight Mass
- What to Expect
- Regular liturgical celebrations in a historic cathedral.
- Description
- Masses at the Barcelona Cathedral are held regularly, offering services in Catalan and Spanish. The schedules include 09:00, 11:00, 12:00, and 19:15 on weekdays, and 09:00, 10:30, 12:00, 13:00, 18:00, and 19:15 on Sundays and holidays.
- Where
- Barcelona | More Info : Midnight Mass
Flamenco for Christmas
- What to Expect
- Intensity and passion of flamenco in a vibrant atmosphere.
- Description
- Flamenco per Nadal is a flamenco show held at the Palau de la Música Catalana, known for its intensity and passion. The night is filled with castanets, train dresses, and fans, creating a vibrant and emotional atmosphere.
- Where
- Barcelona | More Info : Flamenco for Christmas
Christmas Concerts
- What to Expect
- Classical Christmas concert with music by Chaikovski and other composers.
- Description
- The Christmas Concert by the Barcelona Municipal Band (BMB) features a selection of classical and contemporary Christmas music, including Piotr Ilich Chaikovski's Suite from The Nutcracker, Alfred Reed's Russian Christmas Music, and Salvador Brotons' Catalan Carols.
- Where
- Barcelona | More Info : Christmas Concerts
Three Kings Day
- What to Expect
- Unique route through several streets in Barcelona's city center.
- Description
- The Three Kings Parade in Barcelona is a traditional event that starts with the arrival of the Three Kings at the Portal de la Pau aboard the Santa Eulàlia boat. The royal procession then travels through various streets in the city center, including the Avenida del Marquès de l’Argentera, Passeig de Colom, Avenida Paral·lel, and Plaza España, ending at the Magic Fountain of Montjuïc.
- Where
- Barcelona | More Info : Three Kings Day
New Year's Eve
- What to Expect
- Musical celebration with classical and contemporary repertoire.
- Description
- The New Year's Concert is a musical celebration that begins with Jan van der Roost's exuberant "Jubilus!" and continues with Anthony Girard's emotive "Gaïa." The first part ends with Aram Khatxaturian's ballet suite "Gayaneh." The second part features the essential Viennese melodies and rhythms of Franz von Suppé and Johann Strauss II.
- Where
- Barcelona | More Info : New Year's Eve
The Shepherds
- What to Expect
- Traditional theatrical presentation with musical and dramatic elements.
- Description
- Els Pastorets is a traditional Catalan theatrical show that narrates the story of the shepherds and the Virgin Mary in a dramatic and musical style.
- Where
- Barcelona | More Info : The Shepherds
The Living Nativity Scene
- What to Expect
- Interactive 1.5 km route with traditional biblical scenes.
- Description
- El Pessebre Vivent is a living Nativity scene in Castell d'Aro, featuring biblical scenes that unfold along a 1.5 km route through the town and its natural surroundings.
- Where
- Barcelona | More Info : The Living Nativity Scene
Premia de Mar Holiday Giving Opportunities
Christmas Dinners
- What to Expect
- Helps people aged 65 and over with unwanted loneliness.
- Description
- Dinars de Nadal is a Christmas celebration aimed at combating unwanted loneliness among people aged 65 and over. It focuses on solidarity and the well-being of these individuals.
- Where
- Barcelona | More Info : Christmas Dinners
Premia de Mar Other Holiday Activities
The Caganer and Tio de Nadal
- What to Expect
- Unique caganer figure in a Christmas nativity scene.
- Description
- The Caganer i Tio de Nadal is a Catalan Christmas tradition featuring the caganer, a man with a red beret and Catalan scarf defecating, and the Tió de Nadal, a log that children beat to receive sweets.
- Where
- Barcelona | More Info : The Caganer and Tio de Nadal
Winter Major Festival
- What to Expect
- Cultural and social celebration with a rich tradition.
- Description
- The Winter Festival Major is a celebration that brings the community together to enjoy cultural and social activities, highlighting its rich tradition and diversity of events.
- Where
- Barcelona | More Info : Winter Major Festival