Last updated: December 01, 2024
Welcome to the complete Christmas activities guide for Provenals del Poblenou. This compendium brings together all the festive events, traditional markets, and celebrations that transform our neighborhood during the holiday season.
From the emblematic Rambla del Poblenou to Plaza de Can Saladrigas, the neighborhood fills with lights and festive atmosphere. Christmas markets offer artisanal products and local gastronomy, while the main streets host cultural performances, exhibitions, and activities for the whole family. The Diagonal Mar shopping center and the district's cultural spaces complement the offerings with special programming during this period.
Contact information and details below.
Ornamental lighting in hundreds of streets and squares.
The Christmas lights in Barcelona are turned on November 23 and remain until January 6, illuminating hundreds of streets and squares with innovative and energy-efficient designs.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Christmas Lights Switch-On
The only fair in the world with more than 160 spaces selling strictly Christmas products.
The Fira de Santa Llúcia is a traditional Christmas fair held in Barcelona's Gothic Quarter, in front of the Cathedral. It offers a wide variety of Christmas products, including nativity scenes, Christmas trees, decorations, and handmade gifts.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Santa Llúcia Christmas Fair
Christmas market with unique handmade products and decorations.
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 handmade products, Christmas decorations, traditional foods, and unique gifts.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Sagrada Familia Christmas Fair
Features a selection of the best national and international designers and artisans.
Festivalet is an annual independent craft and design fair in Barcelona, offering unique products directly created by local artists.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Christmas Fair at La Fàbrica de Creació
Holiday market with seasonal products and local handicrafts.
The Sant Antoni Christmas Market is a holiday market where you can find seasonal products and local handicrafts, creating a cozy and traditional atmosphere.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Sant Antoni Christmas Market
Unique experience combining Catalan Christmas traditions with panoramic city views.
Discover Barcelona's most iconic Christmas markets with a local guide. Visit the Fira de Santa Llúcia, climb to the rooftop of Barcelona Cathedral, and enjoy the Food Artisans Market.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Merry Markets Christmas Tour
Traditional and creative activities for the whole family in a maritime setting.
The Fira de Nadal al Moll de la Fusta is an event that offers a variety of creative and fun activities for all ages, including workshops, live music performances, and traditional activities for children.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Christmas Day
Giant procession and fire run.
The Festa Major de la Sagrera is a cultural event celebrating the Christ the King festival with giant processions, dances, and a fire run.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: La Sagrera Festival
Giant's parade and performance by the Castellers de Barcelona.
The Festa Major de la Verneda i Sant Martí de Provençals is a celebration in honor of Saint Martin. During the first two weekends of November, it features various sports, cultural, and leisure activities, including the giant's parade, the performance by the Castellers de Barcelona, and the final concert of habaneras.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Verneda and Sant Martí de Provençals Festival
Street and plaza decorations with family-friendly and cultural activities.
The Festa Major del Congrés is an event that celebrates street life with music, painting, dance, workshops, games, and popular meals. The Plaza del Congrés is the central hub where notable activities such as the correfoc, the Pregón, and concerts will take place.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Sant Andreu Festival
Live-guided nighttime tour with privileged views of the illuminated city.
The Barcelona Christmas Tour allows you to enjoy the holiday decorations and lighting in the city's streets, visiting iconic places like Plaza de Cataluña, Paseo de Gracia, and the Basilica of the Sagrada Familia.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Barcelona Christmas Bus Tour
Special menus and cozy atmospheres for groups.
The Nochebuena guide in Barcelona features a selection of the best restaurants to celebrate Christmas with special menus and cozy atmospheres.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Christmas Eve
Musical celebration with diverse repertoire and direction by Salvador Brotons.
The Cap d'Any concert is a musical celebration led by Salvador Brotons, featuring the Barcelona Municipal Band. The repertoire includes works by Jan Van der Roost, Anthony Girard, Aram Khatxaturian, Franz von Suppé, and Johann Strauss II.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: New Year's Eve
Traditional route through several central streets of Barcelona with an illuminated royal procession.
The Cabalgata de Reyes Magos is a traditional event in Barcelona where the Three Wise Men, Melchor, Gaspar, and Baltasar, arrive in the city on a boat and are received by the giants of Barcelona. The parade then begins, following a route through several central streets, including Avenida del Paral·lel and Ronda de Sant Pau, led by the paje Estel and the renewed star carriage.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Epiphany
Activities for all ages with music, culture, and cuisine.
The Festa Major del Clot – Camp de l’Arpa is a traditional celebration that takes place in the Clot and Camp de l’Arpa neighborhoods, where music, popular culture, cuisine, and performances come together to create an unforgettable experience.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: Clot – Camp de l’Arpa Festival
Traditional Catalan celebration with roasted chestnuts and panellets.
La Castanyada is a traditional Catalan celebration honoring the dead, featuring roasted chestnuts and panellets.
Where: Barcelona | More Info: The Chestnut Festival