Last updated: 11 de November de 2024
Celebrate the holiday season with the Villanueva de la Serena community! Our guide presents all the events that unite us in the festive spirit, both for locals and visitors who wish to discover our city.
From Plaza de España, the heart of our city, to the streets of the old town, you'll find traditional Christmas markets, handcrafted nativity scenes, and cultural activities. The Plaza Mayor hosts the traditional illuminated Christmas tree, while the shopping streets are adorned with lights and festive decorations, creating a welcoming atmosphere that extends throughout the historic center.
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Villanueva de la Serena Holiday Light Displays
Christmas in Villanueva de la Serena
- What to Expect
- Holiday lighting in over 30 areas.
- Description
- Christmas in Villanueva de la Serena features over 30 areas with holiday lighting, including plazas, parks, avenues, and streets. Additionally, there are creative holiday workshops from December 23 to January 4, and a Christmas market on December 20-21 and 22 in Ramón y Cajal Street.
- Where
- Villanueva de la Serena | More Info : Christmas in Villanueva de la Serena
Nativity Scene Competitions
- What to Expect
- Photography contest about "La Nacencia".
- Description
- The Villar de Rena nativity scene, "La Nacencia", is an artistic event featuring a Christmas scene with dioramas and a photography contest about "La Nacencia".
- Where
- Villanueva de la Serena | More Info : Nativity Scene Competitions
Villanueva de la Serena Holiday Markets and Shopping
Christmas Fair
- What to Expect
- Artisanal workshop and children's play area.
- Description
- The Gran Mercadillo Navideño will take place from December 17 to 19 at the Parque de la Constitución. You can find typical Christmas products, artisanal workshops, fantasy Christmas parades, and children's play areas.
- Where
- Villanueva de la Serena | More Info : Christmas Fair
Constitution Day
- What to Expect
- Innovative workshops with pastry-making and facial chocolate therapy.
- Description
- The Chocolate Salon features a variety of activities and workshops in the Constitution Park, including chocolate pastry-making, facial chocolate therapy, and a chocolate and wine pairing.
- Where
- Villanueva de la Serena | More Info : Constitution Day
New Year's Market
- What to Expect
- Comprehensive transformation of the building with a modern and permeable facade.
- Description
- The Villanueva de la Serena Market is being renovated to offer a modern and attractive space, with a permeable facade and a distribution of stalls that will attract customers.
- Where
- Villanueva de la Serena | More Info : New Year's Market
Villanueva de la Serena Holiday Shows and Entertainment
New Year's Eve in the Square
- What to Expect
- Live music performances by local young DJs.
- Description
- In Plaza de España, various DJs will entertain New Year's Eve with their musical performances. Marta Casado will start from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM, followed by JM García from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, and finally Dani Dj from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM.
- Where
- Villanueva de la Serena | More Info : New Year's Eve in the Square
Visit of Santa Claus
- What to Expect
- Parade with holiday music and characters.
- Description
- Santa Claus arrives in Villanueva de la Serena for children to deliver their letters with their best wishes. A grand parade with the music of the Agrupación Musical Nuestro Padre Jesús Nazareno, accompanied by the Goblins and Elves, and giant Toy Story characters.
- Where
- Villanueva de la Serena | More Info : Visit of Santa Claus
Christmas Concerts
- What to Expect
- Christmas market and presence of the Three Wise Men.
- Description
- The Iluzsiona Gran Festival Navideño in Villanueva de la Serena features a wide range of holiday activities, including an infant New Year's Eve celebration, workshops, musical performances, and movies, all aimed at children up to 12 years old. This year’s highlights include a large Christmas market and the presence of the Three Wise Men in the Plaza de Las Pasaderas.
- Where
- Villanueva de la Serena | More Info : Christmas Concerts
Christmas Theater and Dance
- What to Expect
- Active participation of attendees with their panderetas or zambombas.
- Description
- The Zambomba Flamenca "Bailando la Navidad" is a Christmas flamenco show featuring traditional songs and dances, encouraging attendees to join in with their panderetas or zambombas.
- Where
- Villanueva de la Serena | More Info : Christmas Theater and Dance
New Year's Eve Dinner
- What to Expect
- Live music with local DJs.
- Description
- The DJ Session Nochevieja is a musical event held in Plaza de España, Villanueva de la Serena. From 2 PM to 8 PM, DJs Robe, Mangel, and Dani will deliver the best music to enjoy until dinner time.
- Where
- Villanueva de la Serena | More Info : New Year's Eve Dinner
Villanueva de la Serena Holiday Giving Opportunities
Midnight Mass
- What to Expect
- Solidarity dinner for economically disadvantaged people.
- Description
- The 'Mandiles Solidarios' association organizes a Christmas Eve dinner for 110 people in Cáceres, including Ukrainians, Moroccans, Latin Americans, and Germans.
- Where
- Villanueva de la Serena | More Info : Midnight Mass
Christmas Routes
- What to Expect
- Solidarity run benefiting the Parkinson's Association.
- Description
- The Christmas Solidarity Run is a traditional sports event held in the Plaza de España of Villanueva de la Serena. Funds are raised for the Parkinson's Association, ACOPARK.
- Where
- Villanueva de la Serena | More Info : Christmas Routes
Villanueva de la Serena Other Holiday Activities
Parade of the Three Wise Men
- What to Expect
- 17 floats and a pasacalles.
- Description
- The Cabalgata de los Reyes Magos in Villanueva de la Serena is an event that brings together 17 floats and a pasacalles, creating a night filled with illusion and magic. The Three Wise Men parade through the streets from Hernán Cortés Avenue to Spain Square, receiving the welcome of thousands of people and the mayor.
- Where
- Villanueva de la Serena | More Info : Parade of the Three Wise Men
Christmas Activities for Children
- What to Expect
- Christmas activities for all ages with flamenco zambomba and workshops.
- Description
- The ¡Comparte ilusión Christmas campaign offers a variety of activities for all ages, including a Christmas run, children's New Year's Eve, DJ, magic, flamenco zambomba, workshops, and 360-degree photocall.
- Where
- Villanueva de la Serena | More Info : Christmas Activities for Children