Last updated: December 01, 2024
Discover the Christmas season in Villa de Vallecas with our comprehensive guide to festive activities. Find all the essential events that bring our district to life during these cherished dates.
The heart of the celebrations is concentrated in Plaza Villa de Vallecas, where the traditional Christmas market offers crafts and typical sweets. Visitors can walk the decorated streets from Paseo Federico García Lorca to San Pedro Parish, enjoying the festive lights and nativity scenes installed at various points throughout the neighborhood. The Francisco Fatou Cultural Center hosts cultural performances, while the Villa de Vallecas Market keeps the seasonal gastronomic traditions alive.
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Specialized Christmas light tour through Madrid's central streets.
The Naviluz is a special bus for the Christmas season that runs through Madrid's most iconic streets, offering a unique view of the city's Christmas lights and decorations.
Where: Madrid | More Info: Naviluz Christmas Bus
A traditional nativity scene in a historic and iconic location.
The Belén del Palacio de Cibeles is a traditional Christmas display located in the Patio de Operaciones of CentroCentro, offering an artistic and detailed representation of the holiday season.
Where: Madrid | More Info: Nativity Scene at Cibeles Palace
Immersive journey with 400 figures and main scenes.
The Belén de la Real Casa de Correos is a traditional Christmas installation displayed in Puerta del Sol, Madrid. This year, the Belén honors the first nativity created by Saint Francis of Assisi in the Greccio cave, Italy, 800 years ago. With 400 figures and nine main scenes, including four additional ones in the building's windows, this setup is an immersive journey that recalls our Catholic roots.
Where: Madrid | More Info: Nativity Scene at Real Casa de Correos
Decoration of trees with messages and wishes for 2024.
The Bosque de los Deseos is a space where visitors can write their messages and wishes for 2024 on artificial trees set up in the courtyard of the Real Casa de Postas.
Where: Madrid | More Info: Wood of Wishes
Located in the iconic Plaza Mayor of Madrid.
The Plaza Mayor Christmas Market is a traditional event featuring nativity scenes, Christmas decorations, and novelty items in over 100 stalls.
Where: Madrid | More Info: Plaza Mayor Christmas Market
Offers unique products like natural flowers trapped in necklaces and exquisite snacks.
The Mercadillo del Gato is an artisan and fashion market offering a variety of unique products, from jewelry and accessories to clothing and gourmet food. Located at Gran Vía, 13, it is known for its elegance and exclusivity.
Where: Madrid | More Info: Mercadillo del Gato Market
Innovative Hot Gin tasting and live music.
The Beefeater Xmas Market is a Christmas market inspired by London, located in the heart of Madrid. It offers a variety of Hot Gins, live music, and personalized gastronomic proposals.
Where: Madrid | More Info: Beefeater Xmas Market
Mandatory use of gloves on the ice rink.
The Javier Fernández Ice Rink in Plaza de Colón offers an ice skating experience with mandatory gloves. This event is perfect for enjoying winter in Madrid.
Where: Madrid | More Info: Javier Fernández Ice Skating Rink
Neapolitan nativity scene with handmade figures in the Plaza Mayor.
The Belén de la Plaza Mayor is a Neapolitan nativity scene that offers a detailed view of traditional Christmas scenes, with handmade figures that recreate the Mystery and other less represented scenes.
Where: Madrid | More Info: Nativity Scene at Plaza Mayor
Cash and gold prizes for humanitarian projects.
The Cruz Roja Gold Draw is an annual event that distributes over 7 million euros in prizes, with a first prize of 3 million euros. The winning tickets can be redeemed in cash or gold, and the funds raised are dedicated to humanitarian projects.
Where: Madrid | More Info: El Gordo Christmas Lottery
Impressive parade through Madrid's streets with royal carriages and fireworks.
The Cabalgata de Reyes is a unique tradition in Madrid where the Three Kings, Melchior, Gaspar, and Balthazar, parade through the city streets in an impressive procession, accompanied by over 1500 people and thousands of spectators. The caravan starts on the Paseo de la Castellana and ends at the Plaza de Cibeles, with a speech by the Kings and a final fireworks display.
Where: Madrid | More Info: Three Kings Parade
Eating grapes to the sound of twelve chimes in a festive atmosphere.
The Puerta del Sol transforms into the epicenter of New Year's Eve every year, where thousands of people gather to welcome the new year and eat grapes of good fortune to the sound of the twelve chimes of the clock tower of the Real Casa de Correos. This tradition symbolizes good luck for the twelve months of the year and is a night filled with pleasant atmosphere, good music, and a desire to celebrate.
Where: Madrid | More Info: New Year's Eve at Puerta del Sol
Adapted accessories for children.
The Ice Rink in Villa de Vallecas is a festive installation where visitors can enjoy ice skating in a cozy atmosphere. The rink is equipped with adapted accessories for the youngest and offers a variety of children's activities.
Where: Villa de Vallecas | More Info: Villa de Vallecas Ice Skating Rink
Ice skating in a historic and cultural setting.
The 400 m² ice rink in the Crystal Gallery of the Palacio de Cibeles is a traditional spot to enjoy ice skating during the holiday season.
Where: Madrid | More Info: Galería de Cristal Ice Skating
10 km race with two categories and an urban course.
The San Silvestre Vallecana is a 10 km athletic event held in Madrid, featuring two categories: a popular and an international race. The popular race is open to any runner over 16 years old, while the international race requires a time of less than 39 minutes for men and 45 minutes for women.
Where: Madrid | More Info: San Silvestre Vallecana Run
Themed parties and special events for bears and their admirers.
The MAD.BEAR Madrid Weekend is a week filled with events and parties for bears and their admirers, featuring themed nights, special events, and DJs.
Where: Madrid | More Info: Mad Bear Madrid Weekend