Christmas festivals

On the 1st of January, Palencia celebrates the traditional Baptism of the Child, a procession that has become an ancestral custom, with more than five centuries of history, where the amusing pedrea of sweets and candies takes place.

Every 5th January you can enjoy the Three Kings Parade in Santillana del Mar, an experience where all those attending will witness an authentic journey into the past.

The Three Kings Parade in Alcoy is one of the oldest in the country, and one of the most special. In this parade the royal pages go up to the balconies to leave the presents, a real spectacle!

The dazzling themed lighting event everyone has been eagerly anticipating, featuring thousands of lights, a tree over 40 meters tall, festive markets, ice rinks, monumental nativity scenes, and enchanting attractions. Let yourself be embraced by the Christmas warmth of Vigo.

If you want to live Christmas in the flesh, come to the Buitrago del Lozoya Living Nativity Scene, with more than 40 biblical scenes represented by real people, an amazing Christmas experience!

The university community says goodbye to the year in advance in the Plaza Mayor of Salamanca, with the traditional jelly beans, enjoying concerts and continuing the party in the bars of the most literate city in Spain.

Another of the most awaited nativity scenes at Christmas time is the Living Nativity Scene of Arcos de la Frontera, where you will find artisans, bakers, goldsmiths, and even a real baby in the role of the baby Jesus.