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Salamanca sparkles for Christmas 2025 near Plaza Mayor and the university, with golden sandstone façades glowing in festive light. Residents and visitors share markets, ice skating and seasonal concerts that blend academic charm with lively holiday traditions and warm evenings.
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Top Christmas Events In and Around Salamanca
- Monumental Nativity Scene at Palacio de la Salina
- La luz que nos une. Navidad en Salamanca 2024
- Salamanca Ice Skating Rink
- Mercado de Navidad en Salamanca 2025
- Navidad en Salamanca 2025
- Salamanca Christmas Celebrations
- Salamanca Christmas Market
- I Concurso de Postales Navideñas 2024
- II Christmas Balcony and Facade Decoration Contest (Aldeatejada)
- Living Nativity in Ledesma (Ledesma)
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Salamanca Christmas Events
Salamanca Christmas Markets and Shopping
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Salamanca's Plaza de Anaya transforms into a magical Christmas Market from December 5, 2025, to January 5, 2026. Discover over 30 stalls filled with artisan crafts, festive decorations, and local culinary delights. Experience daily video mapping shows, special holiday lighting, and traditional performances, all set against the stunning backdrop of Salamanca's historic cathedrals.
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Salamanca transforms into a winter wonderland for Navidad en Salamanca 2025, offering a rich program of cultural events and festive activities. From early December to early January, the city buzzes with holiday cheer, featuring a special Christmas Market, dazzling light displays, and traditional Nativity scenes. Families can enjoy a variety of entertainment, including theater, music, and the spectacular Three Kings' Parade, making it a perfect destination for the holiday season.
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Salamanca transforms into a winter wonderland from November 29 to January 5 with 'Salamanca es Navidad.' This festive celebration features a dazzling 23-meter Christmas tree in Plaza Mayor with immersive light and sound shows, a charming Christmas Market in Plaza de Anaya, and the enchanting 'Senda de los Animales del Hielo' experience. Explore nearly a hundred activities, including concerts, workshops, and a grand Three Kings Parade.
Salamanca Christmas Light Displays
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Experience 'La luz que nos une' (The Light That Unites Us), a spectacular 360º audiovisual show in Salamanca's Plaza Mayor. This original production by Imaginart Teatro Videomapping combines stunning light, immersive sound, and captivating videomapping to tell an emotional story about the city's Christmas traditions and identity. Prepare to be mesmerized by a magical journey of light and color, accompanied by an original soundtrack and narration, celebrating the festive spirit.
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Salamanca transforms into a winter wonderland with 'Salamanca es Navidad.' Experience a towering 23-meter Christmas tree in Plaza Mayor, featuring an immersive 360º light and sound show. Explore the magical 'La Senda de los Animales del Hielo' in Huerto de Calixto y Melibea, a path of illuminated arctic creatures and celestial wonders. Browse a vibrant Christmas Market in Plaza de Anaya, offering unique seasonal products from forty stalls. Discover a detailed biblical Nativity scene and a charming Christmas village diorama.
Salamanca Other Christmas Activities
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Discover the monumental Nativity scene at the Palacio de la Salina, a cherished holiday tradition in Salamanca. This impressive display features around 200 figures, meticulously crafted by the internationally acclaimed sculptor José Luis Mayo Lebrija. The 'a la hebrea' style scene brings to life the Nativity, Annunciation, and the journey of the Three Wise Men, offering a visually stunning experience for all visitors.
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Lace up your skates and glide into the holiday spirit at Salamanca's popular ice skating rink. Located in the Plaza de la Concordia, this festive attraction offers sessions for all ages. Enjoy the winter wonderland and create memorable moments on the ice.
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Young artists are invited to showcase their creativity in the I Concurso de Postales Navideñas 2024. Participants can design postcards reflecting the Christmas spirit, focusing on themes of friendship, family, and solidarity. The event offers prizes for the most creative and artistically skilled entries, including access to 'Puppy Park' and discounts on a Christmas Workshop.
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Aldeatejada invites residents to participate in its II Christmas Balcony and Facade Decoration Contest. This event aims to liven up the holiday season by transforming homes into festive displays. Registration is free via email, with decorations visible from mid-December to early January. Winners will be announced in early January and awarded gourmet prizes.
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Step back in time and experience the magic of Christmas at the Living Nativity in Ledesma. This traditional event brings the story of the nativity to life with authentic reenactments and a festive atmosphere. It's a heartwarming way to celebrate the holiday season and connect with local traditions.
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Peñaranda de Bracamonte comes alive during the holiday season with a vibrant Christmas program running from mid-December to January 6th. Visitors can immerse themselves in a festive atmosphere filled with numerous concerts and solidarity galas. A special highlight is the 'Comparsa Peñarandina,' who fill the streets with music and carols on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve, bringing a unique local charm to the celebrations.
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Lace up your running shoes for the XL San Silvestre Salmantina, a celebrated annual race held in Salamanca on December 29th. This event offers multiple race distances catering to all ages and abilities, from children's short courses to a demanding 10km for elite athletes. More than just a race, it's a community tradition that has united thousands of participants for over four decades, fostering a spirit of effort, passion, and solidarity.
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