Valencia Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Valencia and surrounding areas
Valencia marks the festive season with neighborhood light shows and holiday attractions around Valencia Town Center and nearby Castaic Lake where Christmas lights, things to do, and family-friendly events create a festive atmosphere. Events like Holiday in the Park and Castaic Lake Winter Magic & Lighted Boat Parade bring large-scale displays and seasonal entertainment. Wander through markets, enjoy live performances, and take part in activities under sparkling lights that make Valencia a bright destination during the holiday season.
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Christmas Shows
19 eventsMagical Christmas ballet with international cast and European-crafted sets.
Christmas Markets
18 eventsWeekend holiday festivals with parades and artisan marketplace.
Christmas Parties
13 eventsRoaring Twenties themed NYE party with premium open bar
Christmas Lights
12 eventsIconic holiday lighting celebration on Rodeo Drive
Christmas Activities
38 eventsAmerica's New Year Celebration
Editor's Picks (6)
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Rose Parade and Rose Bowl Game
(Pasadena)
America's New Year Celebration
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Hollywood Christmas Parade
(Los Angeles)
93rd annual Hollywood Christmas Parade
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Holidays Made Here at Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood
(Burbank)
Immersive Gilmore Girls holiday celebration on studio sets.
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Rodeo Drive Holiday Lighting Celebration
(Beverly Hills)
Iconic holiday lighting celebration on Rodeo Drive
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Holiday in the Park
Holiday transformation of a theme park
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Pasadena Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl
(Pasadena)
The Official Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl
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Valencia Christmas Events Map
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Valencia Christmas FAQ
The main events include the Christmas lights switch-on at Plaza del Ayuntamiento, the ice rink in the central square, and the traditional Christmas markets in the historic center.
Valencia celebrates with a unique blend of local customs, including the Apostles’ Gate tradition at the Cathedral and the festive atmosphere in the city’s markets and plazas.
The historic center, including El Carmen and the area around Plaza del Ayuntamiento, is the best for festive light displays and holiday decorations.
The main markets are at Plaza de la Reina and Mercado de Colón, where local artisans and food vendors gather during the holiday season.
Enjoying the Christmas lights, visiting public markets, and attending free concerts or nativity scenes are great ways to celebrate without spending much.
The ice rink at Plaza del Ayuntamiento, Christmas markets with kid-friendly activities, and festive events at the Oceanogràfic are excellent choices for families.