Best Christmas markets in Spain 2025: events, dates and highlights

If you’re hunting for the best Christmas market in Spain 2025, think twinkly plazas, proper regional treats like turrón, and stalls stacked with handmade gifts. Across big city squares and historic corners, it’s all about relaxed browsing, street music and a warm cup of chocolate to keep the chill off.

Madrid: Plaza Mayor Christmas Market

One of Spain's oldest and most iconic Christmas markets, the Plaza Mayor Market has over a hundred stalls tucked under the arcades. The market sells everything from nativity figures to tree ornaments and silly hats. It’s always lively, especially at weekends. 

Don’t miss a mug of thick hot chocolate and a plate of churros while you wander under the lights—just keep an eye out for photo ops with the square’s costumed “elves”.

• Dates: 27th November - 31st December 2025
• What you can find: handmade baubles, nativity figurines, quirky hats, and Christmas sweets.

Barcelona: Fira de Santa Llúcia

Right in the shadow of Barcelona Cathedral, the Fira de Santa Llúcia is a Catalan classic that began in 1786. Expect plenty of locals hunting down quirky caganer figures, a typical Christmas tradition here, and moss for their nativity scenes. Plus, you'll get the chance to hear folk bands or join in a craft workshop. 

It gets crowded most evenings, so if you fancy a quieter browse, weekday mornings are your friend.

• Dates: 28th November - 23rd December 2025
• What you can find: unique Catalan crafts, caganers (traditional figurines), moss and greenery for nativity scenes, and sweet roasted chestnuts.

Seville: Mercado Navideño de Artesanía

Seville’s main Christmas market has shifted to the leafy Cristina Gardens this year. It’s spot on for unique, handmade Andalusian crafts—pottery is a local strong point. Early afternoons are the calmest for browsing, and don’t forget to swing by the Nativity Scene Fair (9th November – 23rd December) if you love a proper belén with all the trimmings.

• Dates: 5th December 2025 - 5th January 2026
• What you can find: hand-painted ceramics, Andalusian pottery, jewellery, artisan gifts, and intricate nativity scene displays (belenes).

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Málaga: Mercado de Navidad en el Paseo del Parque

Málaga's market, tucked along the Paseo del Parque, is best for a wander after taking in the Calle Larios Christmas lights. You’ll find local snacks, festive sweets, and all sorts of Spanish stocking fillers, all with a whiff of oranges from the park’s trees. Double-check opening dates before heading over, and don’t skip the live music if you happen to catch a street band.

• Dates: 1st December 2025 - 7th January 2026
• What you can find: Spanish sweets like turrón, artisan crafts, festive street snacks, Christmas decorations, and seasonal music performances.

Valencia: Christmas market in the City of Arts and Sciences

Valencia's City of Arts and Sciences hosts a properly modern Christmas market. Over 65 stalls bring together ceramics, wooden ornaments, foodie treats, and workshops where you can watch artisans at work—or let the kids loose painting candles and nutcrackers. Grab something tasty from a food truck, then have a wander along the futuristic Paseo de Arbotantes del Umbracle.

• Dates: tbc
• Highlights: food trucks, regional sweet treats, children’s crafts, live demonstrations, and festive workshops.

Zaragoza: Plaza del Pilar Christmas Market

The Plaza del Pilar market lights up around Zaragoza’s famed basilica each December. Expect wooden stalls, a decent-sized ice rink, plenty of sweet treats and local crafts, and a giant nativity that’s a real focal point for families. 

• Dates: 29th November - 6th January 2026
• Highlights: local Aragonese treats, handmade decorations, an ice-skating rink, oversized nativity scenes, and winter fairground rides.

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Granada: Plaza Bib-Rambla Christmas Market

Granada’s market on Plaza Bib-Rambla makes the most of its mountain backdrop. Wrap up warm and browse for handmade decorations and local snacks before nipping off for a view of the Alhambra by night. Bakers usually tempt you with sweet pestiños; if you want the cosiest atmosphere, late afternoon as the lights come on is tough to beat. 

• Dates: 1st December 2025 - 6th January 2026
• Highlights: hand-decorated ornaments, sweet pestiños, local handicrafts, and festive snacks.

Tips for visiting Christmas markets in Spain

1. Beat the crowds by going first thing in the morning or later in the evening.
2. Bring some cash, as smaller vendors often still prefer it.
3. Keep an eye out for local snacks unique to each region, like honeyed pestiños in Andalusia or neules in Catalonia, as well as traditional Spanish food like turrón and polvorones.
4. Chuck an extra layer in your bag, especially if you’re market-strolling in the north or anywhere near the mountains.
5. Look for specialist stalls if you're after nativity figures, or seek out the feria del belén (Nativity Fair) in the bigger cities.

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