Last updated: December 01, 2024
Plan your perfect Christmas itinerary in Santurtzi with our complete guide to events and activities. Whether you're a regular visitor or it's your first time in our coastal town, you'll find everything you need to enjoy these holidays.
From Plaza Juan José Mendizábal, heart of the celebrations, to the traditional Christmas market in the Central Park, Santurtzi transforms during this season. Visitors can walk through the decorated streets of the old town, enjoy the monumental nativity scene next to San Jorge Church, and participate in cultural activities at the Mamariga Cultural Center and the port area, where Christmas lights reflect our town's seafaring character.
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Offering of gastronomic products and festive decorations in wooden stalls.
The Bilbao Christmas Market is located at Muelle de Ripa, where local vendors offer food, gifts, and seasonal decorations. The wooden stalls decorated with festive motifs are available from December 1 to January 5.
Where: Bilbao | More Info: Bilbao Christmas Market
Christmas concert featuring prominent choirs and soloists.
The Grand Christmas Concert in Santurtzi will bring together the Santurtzi Music Band, the Lagun Zaharrak Choir Society, and the Zirzira Ahots Zuriak Choir, featuring tenor Alberto Nuñez and soloist Estíbaliz Sánchez. It will take place on December 30 at the Serantes Kultur Aretoa.
Where: Santurtzi | More Info: Christmas in Santurtzi
Traditional religious celebration with prayers and masses.
The Feast of the Nativity of the Lord is a religious celebration commemorating the birth of Jesus, marked by prayers, masses, and traditional rituals.
Where: Bilbao | More Info: Christmas Day
Special illumination with over 15,000 candles and torches.
The Feria Navideña de Vitoria-Gasteiz is an event that illuminates the Casco Medieval with over 15,000 candles and torches, culminating in a special show.
Where: Vitoria-Gasteiz | More Info: Christmas Fair in Vitoria-Gasteiz