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Alicante unveils Christmas 2025 around Santa Bárbara Castle and the Explanada, with panoramic views and illuminated promenades. You'll discover festive parades, caroling events and markets that line the waterfront, offering warm treats, music and family moments.
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Top Christmas Events In and Around Alicante
- Alicante Christmas Lights
- Alicante Monumental Nativity Scene
- Alicante Christmas Fair
- Casa de Papá Noel en Alicante
- Fiesta a honor de San Nicolás
- San Vicente del Raspeig Christmas and New Year's Events (San Vicente del Raspeig)
- Alicante Bike Contra el Cáncer por Navidad
- Exponadal 2025
- San Silvestre Alicantina Solidaria
- Campamento y Cabalgata de los Reyes Magos (Elche)
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Alicante Christmas Events
Alicante Christmas Markets and Shopping
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Experience the magic of the Alicante Christmas Fair, returning to Avenida de la Universidad. This festive event features a spectacular Ferris wheel offering breathtaking views, alongside a wide array of stalls showcasing traditional crafts and seasonal delights. It's the perfect destination for holiday shopping and soaking in the festive spirit.
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Exponadal is a festive holiday event designed to bring joy and entertainment to children during their Christmas vacation. They offer a dynamic program filled with creative arts and crafts workshops, engaging popular and board games, exciting dance contests, and even sports like football and Ping Pong. Live musical performances and other spectacles ensure a lively atmosphere for young attendees.
Alicante Christmas Light Displays
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Alicante transforms into a dazzling spectacle of light during the Christmas season. The city's streets and plazas are illuminated with spectacular decorations, featuring large, walkable figures and original lighting designs. Key areas like La Explanada de España, Plaza del Ayuntamiento, Avenida Alfonso El Sabio, and La Rambla are adorned with festive lights, including a giant Christmas tree and luminous garlands, creating a magical atmosphere for all to enjoy.
Alicante Other Christmas Activities
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Alicante unveils its spectacular Monumental Nativity Scene in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento, a world-renowned Christmas tradition. Despite initial weather-related safety measures, the giant Nativity offers a magical glimpse into the holiday spirit, making it a must-see attraction for visitors seeking festive cheer.
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Santa Claus has arrived early in Alicante, setting up his house in Plaza Séneca. This popular Christmas attraction, which has already sold out all its reserved visits, offers children the chance to meet Santa, hand over their wish lists, and take memorable photos. The event coincides with the city's Christmas lights switch-on, promising a magical start to the holiday season.
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Alicante honors its patron saint, San Nicolás, on December 6th with a day steeped in tradition. The festivities begin with a solemn mass at the Concatedral de San Nicolás, followed by a procession where the 'Voto de la Ciudad' is renewed. The day culminates in a vibrant parade of Moros y Cristianos through the historic center, concluding at the Plaza del Ayuntamiento.
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San Vicente del Raspeig is buzzing with festive cheer, offering a rich program of Christmas and New Year's events. From the energetic San Silvestre race and a lively New Year's Eve party to enchanting children's shows and a spectacular musical gala celebrating film hits, there's something for everyone. Don't miss the traditional Three Kings' Parade and the unique 'A New World' New Year's Concert.
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Join the Alicante Bike Contra el Cáncer por Navidad, a virtual cycling event designed to support cancer research during the holiday season. Participants can complete their challenge on their own schedule on January 7, 2025. All participants receive a high-quality commemorative cycling jersey from Gobik, featuring the Asociación Española Contra el Cáncer logo. Share your journey on social media to help spread awareness for this important cause.
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Lace up your running shoes for the San Silvestre Alicantina Solidaria, a vibrant 5km race that lights up the streets of Alicante. This popular event combines athletic fun with a strong sense of community spirit, all while supporting local charitable causes. It's a fantastic opportunity for runners and spectators alike to enjoy a festive atmosphere and contribute to a good cause.
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