Last updated: 11 de November de 2024
Enjoy the Christmas holidays in Torrelodones with our practical event guide. Find all the activities and celebrations that make this season a memorable experience for both residents and visitors alike.
From Plaza Mayor to Casa de Cultura, the town transforms with traditional markets, artisanal nativity scenes, and cultural shows. Visitors can stroll through the decorated streets of the historic center, enjoy performances at Teatro Bulevar, and participate in family activities organized in Parque Pradogrande. Just minutes away, Madrid complements the festive offerings with its famous Christmas markets and light shows.
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Torrelodones Holiday Light Displays
Nativity Scene in the Royal Palace
- What to Expect
- Original 18th-century figures and modern ones inspired by Picasso.
- Description
- The Belén del Príncipe in the Madrid Royal Palace is a Christmas tradition dating back to the 18th century, initiated by Carlos III. This year, the display features over 200 figures, including some inspired by Pablo Picasso's style. The nativity scene spans two rooms of the palace, recreating a Neapolitan market with typical figures and scenes from Naples.
- Where
- Madrid | More Info : Nativity Scene in the Royal Palace
Torrelodones Holiday Markets and Shopping
Christmas Market in Plaza Mayor
- What to Expect
- Traditional Christmas market in a historic setting.
- Description
- The Christmas Market at Plaza Mayor is a traditional market filled with colorful stalls offering Christmas figures, musical instruments, toys, and novelty items. The Plaza Mayor Traditional Christmas Market Association welcomes all vendors in this Madrid landmark to sell their holiday products.
- Where
- Madrid | More Info : Christmas Market in Plaza Mayor
Christmas Market in Plaza de España
- What to Expect
- 450m² natural ice rink.
- Description
- La Navideña in Plaza de España features a 450m² natural ice rink, artisanal and gastronomic stands, and theatrical and circus performances.
- Where
- Madrid | More Info : Christmas Market in Plaza de España
Mercadillo del Gato Market
- What to Expect
- Features unique and exclusive products from various origins.
- Description
- The Mercadillo del Gato is a pop-up market offering unique and exclusive products, including fashion, handicrafts, gourmet food, and accessories. Each edition presents a variety of objects that change to offer a different experience each time.
- Where
- Madrid | More Info : Mercadillo del Gato Market
Beefeater Xmas Market
- What to Expect
- Innovative Hot Gin tastings and live music.
- Description
- The Beefeater Xmas Market is a Christmas market inspired by London, offering a unique experience in the heart of Madrid. Enjoy the best Hot Gins, live music, and explore artisan stalls with flowers, Christmas decorations, and more.
- Where
- Madrid | More Info : Beefeater Xmas Market
Torrelodones Other Holiday Activities
Three Kings Parade
- What to Expect
- Participation of volunteers over 18 years old in the procession.
- Description
- The Cabalgata de Reyes is a traditional procession celebrating the arrival of the Three Wise Men in Madrid, featuring impressive carriages, giant puppets, and a vibrant atmosphere filled with color and music.
- Where
- Madrid | More Info : Three Kings Parade
El Gordo Christmas Lottery
- What to Expect
- Works that blend research with artistic creation.
- Description
- The exhibitions of Asunción Molinos Gordo and Teresa Solar Abboud at the Museo Centro de Arte Dos de Mayo showcase works that reflect on collective memory and cultural identity. Asunción Molinos Gordo explores the social behavior of intestinal bacteria and the historical significance of materials like flint and sheep's wool. Meanwhile, Teresa Solar Abboud creates installations that condense her research on isolation, immunity, and connectivity, presenting hybrid and synthetic beings.
- Where
- Madrid | More Info : El Gordo Christmas Lottery
Ice Skating in Cibeles Palace
- What to Expect
- 400-square-meter ice rink in the Glass Gallery of the Cibeles Palace.
- Description
- Ice skating at the Cibeles Palace is an immersive experience featuring a 400-square-meter ice rink in the Glass Gallery. In addition to skating, you can visit the Christmas market Spain at a Click, where products from small and medium-sized businesses selling on Amazon.es are available.
- Where
- Madrid | More Info : Ice Skating in Cibeles Palace
Ice Skating in Matadero
- What to Expect
- Free figure skating exhibitions.
- Description
- The ice rink at Matadero is an outdoor space perfect for both experts and beginners of all ages to enjoy a fun and exciting activity. It features free and public figure skating exhibitions on December 22, 27, and 29.
- Where
- Madrid | More Info : Ice Skating in Matadero
San Silvestre Vallecana Run
- What to Expect
- 10 km race in Madrid's streets with an urban and homologated course.
- Description
- The San Silvestre Vallecana is an iconic 10 km race held in Madrid, offering a unique experience for runners of all ages.
- Where
- Madrid | More Info : San Silvestre Vallecana Run
Nativity Scene in Plaza Mayor
- What to Expect
- Neapolitan nativity scene with artistic and historical figures.
- Description
- The Belén in Plaza Mayor is a Neapolitan nativity scene featuring highly artistic and historical figures, highlighting the tradition of nativity scenes in Madrid.
- Where
- Madrid | More Info : Nativity Scene in Plaza Mayor
Nativity Scene in Plaza de la Villa
- What to Expect
- An outdoor display with over 150 figures in Hebrew style.
- Description
- The belén in Plaza de la Villa is a spectacular outdoor display with over 150 figures, designed by Enrique Haro and featuring a scenery that combines house constructions and landscape sets in a Hebrew style with inspirations from national natural parks. The exhibition route includes technical corridors to create depth and perspectives, showcasing scenes such as the nativity, the announcement to the shepherds, and the procession of the Magi.
- Where
- Madrid | More Info : Nativity Scene in Plaza de la Villa