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Barcelona’s main Christmas fair has been running for over 237 years and is set up beneath the city’s imposing Gothic Cathedral. Most stalls sell festive decorations, nativity-scene figures (including the infamous Caganer in all his classic and celebrity guises!), handmade crafts, traditional zambombas (friction drums), and seasonal trees and shrubs.
WHERE: From November 24th to December 23rd 2024
WHEN: Plaça de la Catedral
TIME: 10:00 a.m. until 09:00 p.m. daily
Japanese culture and Barcelona combine at Manga Barcelona, a premier event for manga and anime enthusiasts held at Fira de Barcelona Gran Via. The fair showcases the latest trends, specialized publishers, and booksellers in the manga and anime world, with opportunities to enjoy roundtable discussions, talks, author meet-and-greets, competitions, and diverse activities, including the international World Cosplay Summit.
When: From December 5th to December 8th 2024
Where: Fira Barcelona – Gran via
Time: 10:00 a.m. until 08:00 p.m.
As Christmas draws near, the Sant Pau Modernista Complex becomes a place filled with fantasy, joy, and color, delighting young and old alike. Els Llums de Sant Pau presents a unique light show experience—a fully immersive event in an extraordinary setting, designated a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is an unmissable event for families to experience the magic of Christmas together.
When: From November 21st to January 12th. 2024
Where: Hospital of Sant Pau
Time: Several daily shows between 06:00 p.m. and 09:00 p.m.
Every year, Barcelona closes out the sports season on December 31 with a unique and festive run that has become a true Christmas tradition in the city. The main event, The Nose Race, is a 10 km run open to all and attracts large numbers of runners through the streets of Barcelona. There is also an exclusive 5 km race, the International Nose Race 5K, limited to 50 professional runners and widely considered one of the world’s best 5K races.
When: December 31st 2024
Where: Poble Nou and Vila Olimpica neighbourhoods
Time: starts at 05:15 p.m.
Step back into the gaiety and glamour of 19th-century Vienna with this dazzling gala concert featuring renowned waltzes, polkas, and marches by the “Waltz King,” Johann Strauss, in the New Year’s Concert. Be swept away by exhilarating melodies from beloved classics such as On the Beautiful Blue Danube, Tales from the Vienna Woods, Radetzky March, and many more.
When: December 26th 2024 and January 1st/6th2025
Where: Liceu de Barcelona (Opera House)
Time: 05:30 p.m.
Barcelona bids farewell to the year with a spectacular countdown at Montjuïc’s iconic Magic Fountain. Music, fireworks, a monumental stage setup, and cutting-edge technology transform Av. Reina Maria Cristina into an extraordinary place to say goodbye to 2024 and welcome 2025. This show promises to captivate anyone wishing to celebrate a New Year’s Eve filled with magic, emotions, and the best of company.
When: December 31st 2024
Where: Avinguda Maria Cristina & Plaça Espanya
Time: right before midnight
Insider’s tip Barcelona
The Barcelona Christmas Tour offers a unique experience that allows participants to feel the magic of Christmas. This panoramic bus tour takes guests on an evening journey through the city’s grandest streets and avenues, showcasing its most iconic buildings, such as Passeig de Gràcia, the Sagrada Familia, the Cathedral, and the Arc de Triomf, all specially decorated and illuminated for the festive season. The tour follows a colourful route where the authentic Christmas ambiance will envelop you, and participants will discover the traditions and secrets surrounding Christmas in Barcelona, explained by knowledgeable tourist guides on board the bus.
This amazing experience will be available from November 23rd to January 4th, with two daily bus rides at 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.
The activity will last 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Cost per ticket:
Meet our Clefs d'or concierge: Alex Moreno
Alex Moreno has worked at the Hotel Arts Barcelona for over 25 years and considers himself a passionate foodie and a traveller. Whenever you feel the urge to satisfy a sweet tooth while exploring Barcelona, be aware that the new generation of local pastry chefs is making a significant impact on the city.
Whether you are strolling through the alleys of the trendy Born district (Pastisseria Hoffman or Bubó) or the Eixample downtown area (La Pastisseria), you will find it difficult to choose from the impressive display of designer cakes available. However, I encourage you to visit the café and candy shop owned by the most brilliant and innovative of them all, Mr. Christian Escribà. In this establishment, you will have the opportunity to taste some of his creations while discovering his unique designs that have elevated his name and reputation internationally.
Pastisseria Escriba
Gran via de les corts catalanes 546