Barcelona Christmas Markets

Barcelona’s Christmas markets, a centuries-old tradition, become part of the city’s daily life from December to early January. Each with its own unique character, these markets spread across different points of the city, from Cathedral Square to Sagrada Familia, from Port Vell to the side streets of Eixample.

This year, 12 different markets open their doors to visitors, where you can find everything from traditional crafts to modern designs, local delicacies to antique items. Whether you experience the 237-year-old atmosphere of the historic Fira de Santa Llúcia or spend time in the lively environment of the modern Nadal al Port set up at the harbor, Barcelona’s Christmas markets will offer you a unique shopping experience.

Explore Christmas Markets in Barcelona

Christmas markets set up in Barcelona’s historic streets are not just shopping venues, but also living pieces of the city’s cultural heritage. These markets, each telling a different story, typically stay open from late November to early January. While you can find handmade Christmas ornaments at the stalls in Cathedral Square, the aroma of traditional sweets welcomes you around Sagrada Familia.

Most markets open at 10:00 AM and serve until 21:00 PM. On weekends, closing times usually extend until 22:00. These markets, which are particularly part of locals’ daily life, offer a wide range of products from modern design items to antiques, from homemade jams to hand-knitted sweaters.

The Fira de Santa Llúcia

Barcelona’s most established Christmas market opens its doors again this year at Cathedral Square (Avinguda de la Catedral). The world’s oldest fair dedicated to nativity figures and Christmas traditions, with a 237-year history, is being held between November 29 and December 23.

At the 200 stalls set up in the square, you can find various gifts such as textile accessories, ceramic works, jewelry, accessories, and leather products. The market area also features important symbols of Catalan culture, Tió Gegant and Carassa. Regular entertainment programs for visitors and special activities for children are also an important part of the market.

📅 29 November – 23 December 2024

Festivalet

Festivalet, held at the historic Fabra i Coats factory in the Sant Andreu district, is a meeting point for independent artisans. Opening its doors for the 16th time this year, the market stands out with local producers showcasing small-scale handmade products. In the outdoor local delicacies section, you can also find examples from Catalan cuisine.

📅 16 – 27 December 2024

Sagrada Familia Christmas Market

The most established Christmas market in the Eixample district is set up in the shadow of the iconic basilica. The market area features nativity scenes and figurines, handmade local delicacies, particularly traditional nougat sweets, cheese varieties, and charcuterie products.

The market’s opening hours are 10:00-21:00 on weekdays. On Saturdays and holiday eves, it remains open until 22:00.

📅 23 November – 23 December 2024

Natalis – Poble Espanyol Christmas Fair

Poble Espanyol transforms into a Christmas village called Natalis this year, as it does every year. Located in the heart of Barcelona, this event space welcomes visitors with its own special Christmas market.

📅 Open dates:

• November 30 – December 1
• December 6-8
• December 14-15
• December 20-29 (except December 25 and 26)
• January 2-5

Design Market

Design Market, held at the Textile Pavilion of Fira de Barcelona in Montjuïc, returns this year between December 13-15 with a larger space. The event, which will feature more than 100 participants, will showcase fashion items, accessories, contemporary jewelry designs, publications, graphic design products, furniture, illustrations, lighting products, games, and handicrafts.

Outside the pavilion, a pleasant gastronomy area will be set up. You can take a shopping break in this section featuring food trucks and bars.

📅 13-15 December 2024

Nadal al Port

One of Barcelona’s most striking Christmas markets, Nadal al Port stands out with its special atmosphere set up by the seaside. The port area is completely transformed with Christmas lights meeting the Mediterranean’s blue, market stalls, and entertainment areas. This temporary Christmas world set up in Port Vell takes the shopping experience to a different dimension with its sea view.

📅 29 November 2024 – 6 January 2025

Three Kings Market (Fira de Reis) on Gran Via

The sidewalks of Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes host a colorful market during the Epiphany period. At Fira de Reis, set up between Muntaner and Rocafort streets, you can find the most special gifts for Three Kings Day.

The market’s daily operating hours are 10:00-21:00. On Saturdays and holiday eves, it remains open until 22:00. Specifically on Three Kings Night, the market serves until the early hours of the morning.

📅 14 December 2024 – 6 January 2025

Sant Antoni’s Three Kings Market

The historic Three Kings Market in the Sant Antoni neighborhood was revived last year after a twenty-five-year break. This year, the tradition continues on the pedestrianized street of Avinguda Mistral. Between January 2-5, more than 50 stalls set up by neighborhood vendors keep this historical tradition alive.

The market isn’t limited to just shopping. Activities for families, children’s workshops, hot chocolate treats, street theater performances, and many more surprises await visitors. Like the Three Kings Market on Gran Via, the stalls here also stay open until after midnight on Three Kings Night.

📅 2-5 January 2025

Christmas Market at Fàbrica Lehmann

The Lehmann Factory, a hidden industrial architectural treasure on the left side of Eixample, is one of Barcelona’s most interesting spots during the Christmas period. Built in 1893 and transformed into a creative space today, this historic building adds color to the city’s festival program with its artisans’ Christmas market. This market, consisting of special designs by local masters, is an ideal destination for those seeking unique gifts.

📅 Open dates and hours:

• Saturday, December 14: 11:00-20:00
• Sunday, December 15: 11:00-18:00

Espinelves Pine Tree Fair

The traditional pine tree fair held in Espinelves in the Osona region offers a completely different experience away from Barcelona’s urban life. Held between December 2-10 in this charming town that still manages to preserve the old village atmosphere of winter, the scent of wood, and the warmth of fireplaces, the fair has a unique atmosphere.

The most important feature of the fair is that the pine trees are sold with their roots intact – making it possible to replant them after Christmas. Located about an hour from the city center near Vic, this fair has become a tradition for Barcelona residents to get their Christmas trees. This year, organizers expect 90,000 visitors and indicate that approximately 3,000 pine trees will be offered for sale.

📅 2-10 December 2024

Christmas Markets Around Barcelona

Barcelona’s Christmas markets have their own magic, but if I may offer some local advice: don’t leave without exploring the traditional Christmas markets in Catalonia’s rural areas. While historic markets like Santa Llúcia in the city center and modern events like Design Market are worth seeing, I recommend taking a short trip outside the city to experience genuine Catalan traditions.

These traditional markets spread across Catalonia offer great opportunities to discover local customs you may not have heard of before. Each has its own unique story, from the pine tree fair in Espinelves where Catalans have been buying their Christmas trees for years, to the traditional Tió market in Solsona.

When you come to Barcelona, don’t limit yourself to just the city center. These traditional Christmas markets in the surrounding regions will give you a chance to experience real Catalan culture and local life. Moreover, you can enjoy a calmer and more authentic Christmas experience away from the crowded city center.

Christmas Markets in Barcelona

In addition to the city’s large Christmas markets, local markets set up in every neighborhood reflect Barcelona’s Christmas spirit. Here are all the Christmas markets by neighborhood:

Brocanters Antique Market (Mercat gòtic d’antiguitats)
📅 Date: December 27, 2024 – January 4, 2025
📍 Location: Avinguda de la Catedral

Montbau Solidarity Market
📅 Date: December 15, 2024
📍 Location: Pla de Montbau 1

Degà Bahí Christmas Market
📅 Date: December 14, 2024
📍 Location: C. Degà Bahí, 86

Christmas Book Market
📅 Date: January 2-4, 2025
📍 Location: C. Comte d’Urgell 1, (Eixample)

Diagonal Christmas and Kings Market
📅 Date: December 15, 2024 – January 5, 2025
📍 Location: Av. Diagonal 593-595, (Les Corts)

Christmas Book Festival
📅 Date: December 19-21, 2024
📍 Location: C. Comte d’Urgell 1, (Eixample)

Via Júlia Christmas Market
📅 Date: December 4, 2024 – January 4, 2025
📍 Location: Via Júlia (between Batllori and Mas Duran)

Sarrià Christmas Market
📅 Date: December 14-15, 2024
📍 Location: Plaça de Sarrià

Barceloneta Shopping Day
📅 Date: December 21, 2024
📍 Location: Barceloneta shops (Ciutat Vella)

Sants Square Christmas Market
📅 Date: November 28 – December 23, 2024
📍 Location: Plaça de Sants 4-5, (Sants-Montjuïc)

Plaça del Pi Traditional Products Market
📅 Date: Permanently open
📍 Location: Pl. del Pi 1, (Ciutat Vella)

Tres Torres Christmas Market
📅 Date: December 14-15, 2024
📍 Location: C. Nena Casas 37-47, (Sarrià-Sant Gervasi)

Rambla de Badal Christmas Market
📅 Date: December 21-22, 2024
📍 Location: Rambla de Badal 70-76, (Sants-Montjuïc)

Circular Street Market
📅 Date: December 22, 2024
📍 Location: C. de Roc Boronat 116-126, (Sant Martí)