Christmas is one of the most anticipated times of the year in the city, especially for families with children, but anyone can enjoy the Christmas atmosphere that permeates the streets. And these days, the proposals are multiplying, from markets full of artisan products and delicious typical sweets to musical performances, to workshops where you can learn to cook or make crafts. Fun and creative activities designed to share. And, of course, we cannot forget the visit of Santa Claus and the Three Wise Men.
Prepare your agenda and don't miss everything that is going to happen these days in the city.
From December 16 to 29, between 11 a.m. and 9 p.m. (depending on the day), Plaza Catalunya in Barcelona will be filled with activities for all audiences: children's workshops, musical performances, theater, dance, … more information at barcelona.cat/.
One of the most emblematic hotels in Barcelona, El Palace, is preparing a Christmas market for the weekends of December 16 and 17 and December 22 and 23, between 12 and 9 p.m. The Rooftop Garden will become a lively market of stalls with local suppliers who will offer their products to give as gifts, such as bags and leather accessories from Carbone Bags, clothing from La meva paradeta, jewelry from Veraklau, scarves from Carol de la Torre, Kandela BCN's soy candles, Latabarra's canned food, Kate Deckman's fitness clothing, Natalia Udanasart's decorative paintings, Laiaart's decorative illustrations, Hilda Lucia's handmade notebooks, bags, cushions and decoration Christmas from Monbaq, artisanal ceramics made in Barcelona from Mi puta casa and artisanal jewelry from Antojos by Susy. In addition, the royal page will come by on January 2 and 3, during the Afternoon Tea, to collect the letters from the little ones.
Christmas is to be spent with the family, and the little ones know it, which is why the InterContinental Barcelona hotel has a unique proposal for next Sunday, December 17, they plan to celebrate the first Brunch and Xmas Market. At the Arrel restaurant
One of the favorite places of Santa Claus and the Three Wise Men is the Mandarin Oriental Barcelona, where every corner is overflowing with magic and illusion. In addition, there is the magical post office where children can deposit their letters, they they will make it arrive. These days, and until January 5, you can visit a Christmas market, from 4 to 8 p.m., Monday to Friday, and from 12 to 8 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. Among its proposals there is a varied range of workshops (some paid): origami, cooking for children, a wine tasting for 49 euros, whiskey for 39 euros and a story-telling workshop. Capacity is limited, so you must make a reservation in advance on their website.
And one more year, in collaboration with the Soñar Despierto Foundation and Llar Nova Esperança, a huge Wishing Tree will be decorated with the letters that the children from the shelters in Catalonia can make come true.
On December 16 and 17, from 12 to 7:30 p.m., at the Cotton House Hotel in Barcelona, there will be a market that will revolve around gastronomy, and where the sweet proposals from Rocambolesc and Jordi Roca's Bikineria will be present, In addition to the L'Atelier pastry shop, and at the Batuar stand, the hotel restaurant, you can taste mulled wine, and churros and chocolate, without forgetting the traditional Christmas broth from the Mary's Mea Foundation charity stop.
Along with the gastronomic offer, on Saturday several workshops open to the public (which must be booked in advance) have been prepared for the artisanal manufacture of espardenyes at a cost of 69 euros, another to make a floral crown with Soraya Hatem for 45 euros, and a Free gingerbread cookie decorating workshop for children. In addition, Santa Claus and the royal page have confirmed their visit to the hotel and will be collecting the little ones' letters. Among other things, in the market there will be a wishing tree, raffles for stays, massages from Mayan Spa and live music. On Sunday there will be a Christmas carol concert by the Musicals'Choir at 4 and 6 p.m.
With almost 30 booths, Madrid's Paseo Colón becomes a Christmas market from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., where you can stroll and buy unique craft products, as well as delicious sweets. Highlighted this year is the spectacular skating rink that invites you to slide on the ice and immerse yourself in the Disney magic. The carousel will also spin to the rhythm of Christmas, offering nostalgic fun for everyone.
The UMusic hotel in Madrid offers a great plan for those who want to attend the Christmas by Starlite festival, from December 14 to 20, which includes accommodation and breakfast in this five-star establishment, with a pre-concert cocktail, entrance to the gold box, preferential access, dinner in a VIP gastronomic space, parking and transfer from the hotel to the venue. A luxury Christmas experience available from 1,070 euros.
Santa Claus will arrive in Madrid to collect the children's letters, and to do so he will make a stop in one of the most exclusive suites of the BLESS Hotel Madrid, which will become his little house until December 24, and where he will receive all the children If you wish, you just have to book through the Fever link. Days 16 and 17 from 12:00 to 14:00 and from 17:30 to 20:30, on the 22nd from 17:30 to 20:30, on the 23rd from 12:00 to 14:00 and from 17:30 to 20 :30. And in the afternoons, at Pinzelada Lounge a delicious snack awaits in which you can taste recipes that awaken memories and emotion, such as the Roscón de Reyes from Pan.Delirio, the chocolate with churros from San Ginés, the acclaimed panettone from Torreblanca or the exquisite cake of nougat by Álex Cordobés.
One of the most famous musicals on the planet, Pretty Woman, comes to Madrid's Gran Vía. But in addition to sitting in one of the theater seats and enjoying the show, it is possible to shine like a star with a proposal that goes beyond the golden seat, adding to the premium tickets a gastronomic experience with a most cosmopolitan brunch , offered by the La Pr1mera restaurant, recognized with a Sol Repsol, all for 97 euros, or a dinner or lunch for 107.50 euros, and there is also the beauty experience and the experience with a personal shopper for 89 euros each.
From December 5 to 19, the Hotel Las Arenas Balneario Resort in València will host in its hall, from Monday to Thursday from 4 to 8 p.m., and from Friday to Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., a pop-up of Casa Cacao, the chocolate shop bean-to-bar from El Celler de Can Roca led by Jordi Roca, with very special products that will range from its classic snacks to new creations and, especially, those designed exclusively for the Christmas season: its chocolate figures, nougats and panettones (traditional or cocoa).
On December 17, Only YOU Hotel Valencia celebrates a very special Xmas Market, where you can find the shops; By Pétalos, We are UO, Proyecto Mare, Atelier de la Flor, Elena Ilustraciones al momento (@elen.art28) or Singularu, among others. In addition, it will host a solidarity workshop for 15 euros of Christmas decorations together with the Proyecto Mare Nazaret association, in which clothing items that are no longer used will be recycled to create beautiful Christmas wreaths. Advance reservation required.
