Christmas in Valencia

Christmas in Valencia is an ideal time to discover the city on a visit with even more charm. The entire city is dedicated to celebrating one of the most important holidays on a cultural level.

Illuminated streets, roasted chestnut stalls, Christmas markets, ice rinks, and much more. We’ll tell you how to enjoy Christmas in Valencia.

Although Valencia might not be the first city that comes to mind when you think of Christmas, the Turia capital has more Christmas plans every year.

The Plaza del Ayuntamiento is the nerve center of Christmas in Valencia. The city's official Christmas tree, an ice skating rink, a carousel, etc., are usually set up there.

The square is not the only place in the city with Christmas spirit. In recent years, Christmas trees have been installed in the city's different neighborhoods. In addition, from the end of November, the streets are filled with lights (which can be seen from dusk) and poinsettias.

Business shop windows are also adorned with all kinds of Christmas details, and parks and squares such as the Parc Central or the Plaza del Mercado Central and the Lonja are transformed into Christmas markets with typical gastronomic products like turrones or polvorones, gifts, and entertainment and activities for the whole family.

A good Christmas plan in Valencia is to have a hot chocolate (or an appetizer) at the Mercado de Colón, which features one of the most beautiful trees (and Christmas decorations in general) in the city.

During these dates, activities for children are organized in Valencia. ExpoJove (at Feria Valencia) is a classic. An event dedicated to children with all kinds of recreational activities. On the other hand, in the area near the port, the Christmas Fair is set up every year, with attractions, tombolas, and activities for all tastes.

In Valencia, as in many Spanish cities, setting up the Nativity scene is part of the Christmas tradition. We can find Nativity scenes on the streets as well as in museums, shopping centers, or iconic places. A good family Christmas plan is to take a “Nativity scene route” to discover artistic gems. One of the most important is the one at the city hall (located in its Crystal Hall), which is over 40 square meters and has 100 figures. Also, the Neapolitan Nativity scene at the National Museum of Ceramics and many more.

Welcoming the New Year in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento is a great plan. You can start the year with the 12 chimes and the 12 grapes accompanied by other Valencians to have a year of good luck. Afterward, there are usually public parties until late into the night.

On the eve of Three Kings' Day, a grand parade is celebrated in Valencia before the most magical night of the year. The route may vary, but it usually starts at the port (where the Kings from the East disembark) and passes through the main streets of the center until it reaches the Plaza del Ayuntamiento.

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