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Sant Pere, Santa Caterina i La Ribera Christmas 2024

The best holiday event site on earth.

Last updated: 11 de November de 2024

Discover the Christmas joy in the historic neighborhoods of Sant Pere, Santa Caterina i La Ribera! This guide presents all the festive events and activities that transform these medieval streets into a winter celebration setting.

From the traditional Christmas market at Passeig del Born to the festive lights adorning the Basilica of Santa María del Mar, the neighborhood comes alive with music, gastronomy, and local culture. Visitors can wander through the narrow cobblestone streets while enjoying artisanal shops, traditional nativity scenes in the main squares, and numerous cultural activities taking place in the civic centers and historic spaces of the neighborhood.

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Sant Pere, Santa Caterina i La Ribera Holiday Markets and Shopping

Santa Llúcia Christmas Market

What to Expect
The only fair in the world with more than 160 stalls dedicated to Christmas products.
Description
The Fira de Santa Llúcia is a Christmas tradition in Barcelona dating back to 1786. It features over 200 stalls selling Christmas items, including nativity scenes, decorations, Christmas trees, and handmade gifts.
Where
Barcelona | More Info : Santa Llúcia Christmas Market
Tags : Fira de Santa Llúcia, Barcelona, Christmas, Handicrafts, Gifts, Nativity Scenes

Sagrada Familia Christmas Market

What to Expect
Market with over a hundred artisanal stalls.
Description
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 early December and can be visited until Christmas. The numerous stalls 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
Tags : Christmas market, holiday shopping, Sagrada Familia, artisanal goods, Christmas gifts.

Kings' Fair

What to Expect
Commercial stalls with a wide variety of gifts and traditional products.
Description
The Fira de Reis de la Gran Via is a Christmas market held on Gran Via, between Comte Urgell and Calabria streets. It offers a wide range of gifts and traditional products, including toys, clothing, and accessories. The event also features activities like Santa Claus visits and letter delivery to the Royal Page.
Where
Barcelona | More Info : Kings' Fair
Tags : Christmas Fair, Gift Market, Gran Via, Barcelona

Port Vell Christmas Fair

What to Expect
Children's activities and traditional events in an attractive space surrounded by boats.
Description
The Fira de Nadal al Moll de la Fusta offers 30 days of creative and fun activities for children of all ages, including workshops, shows, and traditional attractions.
Where
Barcelona | More Info : Port Vell Christmas Fair
Tags : Christmas Fair, Christmas Market, Children's Activities, Traditional, Boats

Medieval Market in Vic

What to Expect
Transformation of the historic center into a medieval town with various activities.
Description
The Medieval Market in Vic transforms the historic center of the city into a medieval town, with over 300 stalls of artisanal goods, vendors, animators, and street food. Activities include medieval dance exhibitions, processions, historical reenactments, and archery demonstrations.
Where
Vic | More Info : Medieval Market in Vic
Tags : Medieval market, artisanal goods, street food, historical activities, medieval dances.

Festivalet

What to Expect
A space to promote independent creators with local products.
Description
Festivalet is an annual fair of handicrafts and design that gathers the best national and international creators. It takes place in the old Fabra i Coats factory and offers a wide variety of local products.
Where
Barcelona | More Info : Festivalet
Tags : handicrafts, design, local products, annual fair, Barcelona

Merry Markets Christmas Tour

What to Expect
Private experience with panoramic views from the rooftop of Barcelona Cathedral.
Description
Discover Barcelona's Christmas traditions 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
Tags : Christmas Market, Food Artisans Market, Barcelona Cathedral, Christmas Traditions.

Sant Pere, Santa Caterina i La Ribera Holiday Shows and Entertainment

Barcelona Christmas Tour by Bus

What to Expect
Guided nighttime tour through the illuminated city.
Description
The Barcelona Christmas Tour allows you to enjoy the holiday decorations and lighting in the city's streets, visiting iconic places like Passeig de Gracia, the Sagrada Familia Basilica and its Christmas Market, La Pedrera, and Sant Antoni Market.
Where
Barcelona | More Info : Barcelona Christmas Tour by Bus
Tags : Christmas tour, city lighting, iconic places, live guide.

Three Kings Parade

What to Expect
New carriages and inclusive choreographies.
Description
The Three Kings Parade in Barcelona is an iconic event that brings together the community in a celebration filled with color and music. The Three Kings, Melchor, Gaspar, and Baltasar, will arrive in the city aboard the Santa Eulàlia boat, and be received by the mayor and the giants of Barcelona. The royal procession will include new carriages, inclusive choreographies, and music composed by local artists.
Where
Barcelona | More Info : Three Kings Parade
Tags : Three Kings Parade, Barcelona, Christmas, Three Kings, carriages, choreographies, local music.

New Year’s Eve at Montjuïc

What to Expect
Fireworks and lights that transform Avenida Reina María Cristina into a unique setting.
Description
The New Year's Eve celebration at Montjuïc is an impressive event that combines fireworks, lights, and music. The show takes place on Avenida Reina María Cristina and is directed by Christophe Berthonneau, a renowned pyrotechnics expert. The celebration features iconic images of Barcelona and significant moments of 2024, such as the Tapias Year and the America's Cup.
Where
Barcelona | More Info : New Year’s Eve at Montjuïc
Tags : Fireworks, Montjuïc, New Year, Barcelona, Christophe Berthonneau

The World of Banksy

What to Expect
Permanent exhibition of Banksy's street art.
Description
The Banksy Museum in Barcelona offers an immersive experience with over 130 works by Banksy, highlighting his street art and critical work.
Where
Barcelona | More Info : The World of Banksy
Tags : street art, permanent exhibition, Banksy, critical art