Tarragona Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025

Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Tarragona and surrounding areas

Tarragona welcomes Christmas 2025 with glowing Holiday lights along the Rambla Nova and festive things to do around the Roman Amphitheatre. Local events like the Cabalgata de los Reyes Magos de Oriente bring parade magic and lively holiday markets that fill the old town with seasonal charm. Stroll candlelit plazas for winter festivals, enjoy family-friendly activities and seek out tree lighting ceremonies and lights displays that make the holiday season here feel both historic and warmly modern.

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Tarragona Christmas Events

All Christmas Events Within 25 Miles of Tarragona

Tarragona Christmas Light Displays

Christmas at the Port of Tarragona 2025

💰 $
📍 Port de Tarragona

This December, the Port of Tarragona transforms into a dazzling seaside celebration of light, music, and festive activities. Experience a unique Christmas atmosphere with enchanting light displays, lively street performances, and engaging children's workshops. Discover the magic of the Royal Warehouse and enjoy seasonal gastronomy, all set against the picturesque...

PortAventura World Christmas Events (Vila, Tarragona)

💰 $$$
📍 PortAventura World
Avinguda Alcalde Pere Molas, s/n, Vila-seca, Tarragona 43480

PortAventura World transforms into a magical Christmas wonderland from late November to early January. They offer a festive escape with thrilling rides, captivating shows, and enchanting parades. Families can meet Santa, explore themed areas, and enjoy a truly memorable holiday experience with a unique blend of excitement and Christmas spirit.

PortAventura Christmas (Vila, Tarragona)

• 5 mi from Tarragona 💰 $$
📍 PortAventura World
Avinguda Alcalde Pere Molas, Km 2, Vila-seca, Tarragona 43480

PortAventura World transforms into a magical Christmas destination from November 22, 2025, to January 6, 2026. They offer a festive escape with thrilling rides, captivating shows, and enchanting parades. Families and friends can enjoy a wide range of attractions across PortAventura Park, Ferrari Land, and Caribe Aquatic Park, all set...

Tarragona Christmas Markets and Shopping

Mercat de Nadal i Fira de Capons, Aviram i Motius Nadalencs – FICAP (Valls)

• 13 mi from Tarragona 💰 $
📍 Valls City Center

Experience the magic of Valls' traditional Christmas Market and the Capons, Poultry, and Christmas Motifs Fair (FICAP). This unique event offers a chance to purchase live poultry, including capons and turkeys, with on-site butchering. Browse a wide array of festive goods, from nativity figures and decorations to artisanal crafts and...

Christmas Market Sitges 2024 (Sitges, CT)

• 30 mi from Tarragona 💰 $$
📍 Hotel Sabàtic Sitges
Av. Sofia 65, Sitges, CT 08870

Experience the magic of the Christmas Market Sitges 2024, set against breathtaking views of the town. This festive event brings together local commerce, artisans, and live music for a truly enchanting day. Children can unleash their creativity in the dedicated kids' area with face painting and crafts, while adults can...

Tarragona Christmas Food, Drink and Parties

New Year's Eve and New Year's Day Dining in Salou (Salou)

• 6 mi from Tarragona 💰 $$$
📍 Salou

Celebrate the transition into the new year with exquisite dining experiences in Salou. Discover restaurants offering special New Year's Eve and New Year's Day menus, featuring curated dishes and festive atmospheres. Explore top-rated establishments known for their culinary excellence and unique ambiance, perfect for ringing in the year.

Tarragona Other Christmas Activities

Santa Tecla Festival

💰 FREE
📍 Various locations throughout Tarragona

Discover the vibrant Santa Tecla Festival in Tarragona, a celebration steeped in tradition and community spirit. This multi-day event features a rich tapestry of cultural performances, including traditional music, captivating dances, and the spectacular human towers known as 'castells'. Explore engaging exhibitions that highlight local art and history, and witness...

Cabalgata de los Reyes Magos de Oriente (Three Wise Men Parade)

💰 FREE
📍 Tarragona
C/ Major, 39, Tarragona 43003

Experience the magical arrival of the Three Wise Men in Tarragona on January 5th, 2025. Witness their grand entrance by boat at El Serrallo, followed by a spectacular parade featuring dazzling floats and vibrant music. The Kings will then receive the keys to the city before embarking on their gift-giving...

Sant Silvestre New Year's Eve Dive

💰 FREE
📍 Playa del Miracle
Playa El Miracle, Tarragona, CT

Join the vibrant tradition of the Sant Silvestre New Year's Eve Dive in Tarragona, now in its 38th year. Thousands gather on the small beach of Miracle to take a bracing dip in the Mediterranean Sea on the last morning of the year, a ritual believed to bring good fortune...

Tarraco Gel Ice Rink

💰 $$
📍 Tarraco Gel
C/ Josep Maria Folch I Torres, 14, Tarragona 43006

Lace up your skates for a magical winter experience at Tarraco Gel, Tarragona's premier ice rink. Open from late November to early January, this seasonal attraction offers a fantastic opportunity for families and friends to enjoy classic winter fun. Glide across the ice, rent skates, and embrace the festive spirit.

Noche de Reyes en Vila-seca (Vila, Tarragona)

• 5 mi from Tarragona 💰 FREE
📍 El Castell de Vila-seca
Plaça de l'Església, Vila-seca, Tarragona 43480

Vila-seca comes alive on January 5th for the Noche de Reyes, a cherished tradition with origins in the early 20th century. Experience the magic as the Reyes Magos arrive on horseback, culminating in a spectacular light and sound mapping show at El Castell de Vila-seca. Don't miss the unique 'estirar...

Salou Winter Festival and Coso Blanco (Salou)

• 6 mi from Tarragona 💰 $
📍 Various locations in Salou

Salou, Spain, comes alive with its Winter Festival and the spectacular Coso Blanco parade. This vibrant celebration features a diverse program for all ages, including traditional Catalan performances, music concerts, and family-friendly attractions. The highlight is the Coso Blanco, a dazzling parade of illuminated floats, marking the peak of the...

Salou Christmas Program (Salou, Tarragona)

• 6 mi from Tarragona 💰 $
📍 Various locations in Salou

Salou transforms into a festive wonderland with a packed Christmas program running from December 5th to January 5th. They offer over forty activities, including the enchanting Christmas light switch-on, a 'Hidden Nativity Scene' scavenger hunt, and a vibrant 'Christmas Park' with attractions for all ages. Enjoy charitable events like the...

Reus, a Dream Christmas (Reus, CT)

• 7 mi from Tarragona 💰 $$
📍 Various locations in Reus

Reus transforms into a winter wonderland with 'Reus, a Dream Christmas,' offering a magical holiday experience. Explore charming wooden market stalls, marvel at dazzling light displays inspired by Gaudí, and enjoy interactive attractions like a Wi-Fi-controlled Christmas tree. Families can delight in a giant toboggan, ice skating, and festive food...

Three Kings Parade 2025 (Reus)

• 7 mi from Tarragona 💰 FREE
📍 Reus
Plaza del Mercadal, Reus 43201

Reus prepares for the magical arrival of the Three Kings on January 5th, 2025. This beloved parade features a vibrant procession with floats, music, and community groups. Special accommodations are made for attendees with sensory sensitivities and reduced mobility, ensuring everyone can enjoy the festivities. The event culminates with the...

New Year Countdown (Global)

• 12 mi from Tarragona 💰 FREE
📍 Online

Witness the global transition into the New Year with a dynamic countdown. This event highlights the progression of New Year's Day across various time zones, offering a unique perspective on how the world celebrates the arrival of January 1st. Explore related articles on New Year trivia and traditions.

Festa Major d'Hivern (Vilanova i la Geltrú, CT)

• 26 mi from Tarragona 💰 FREE
📍 Vilanova i la Geltrú

Discover the Festa Major d'Hivern in Vilanova i la Geltrú, a vibrant winter festival offering a rich tapestry of Catalan traditions. From early January to early February, the town comes alive with a diverse program of activities, including lively music, parades, and cultural celebrations. It's a fantastic opportunity to immerse...

Tres Tombs Festival (Vilanova i la Geltrú, CT)

• 26 mi from Tarragona 💰 FREE
📍 Vilanova i la Geltrú

The Tres Tombs Festival in Vilanova i la Geltrú celebrates Saint Anthony Abat with a vibrant procession of horses, mules, and donkeys. This event, considered a festive heritage of Catalonia, includes the traditional blessing of animals and a ceremonial flag transfer. Festivities span several days with concerts, balls, and exhibitions,...

Sunway Sitges International Chess Festival (Sitges, CT)

• 29 mi from Tarragona 💰 $$$
📍 Hotel Sunway Playa Golf & SPA

Experience the thrill of international chess at the Sunway Sitges International Chess Festival. This premier event brings together players of all levels for a series of exciting tournaments, including the main Open competition, rapid chess, and fast-paced blitz games. Beyond the boards, enjoy a packed schedule of workshops, social events,...

Pessebre Vivent Parlat (Living Nativity Scene) (Sant Pere de Ribes, CT)

• 29 mi from Tarragona 💰 $$
📍 Sant Pere de Ribes
C. Major, 13, Sant Pere de Ribes, CT 08810

Immerse yourself in the Pessebre Vivent Parlat, Catalonia's sole itinerant living nativity scene, which transforms a new, special location in Sant Pere de Ribes each year. This deeply moving theatrical production features around 120 actors, bringing the nativity story to life with remarkable dramatic intensity. Since 1989, this event has...

Cabalgata de Reyes 2025 in Sant Pere de Ribes (Sant Pere de Ribes)

• 29 mi from Tarragona 💰 FREE
📍 Sant Pere de Ribes

Sant Pere de Ribes comes alive with the magic of Melchor, Gaspar, and Baltasar for the 2025 Three Kings' Parades. Experience two spectacular parades, one in Ribes and another in Les Roquetes, filled with tradition and wonder. Pre-parade activities include letter delivery to Paje Gaudí and festive workshops, with special...

Pessebre Vivent Parlat (Living Nativity Play) (Sant Pere de Ribes)

• 29 mi from Tarragona 💰 $$
📍 Various locations in Sant Pere de Ribes
C. Major, 13, Sant Pere de Ribes 08810

Immerse yourself in the magic of the Pessebre Vivent Parlat, Catalonia's unique itinerant living nativity play. Each year, this captivating performance unfolds in a new, special location, featuring a fresh narrative and around 120 dedicated actors. Experience a deeply moving spectacle that has been a tradition since 1989, bringing the...

Reyes Magos Sitges 2025 (Sitges, CT)

• 30 mi from Tarragona 💰 FREE
📍 Sitges Town Center

Experience the enchantment of the Reyes Magos (Three Wise Men) arriving in Sitges on January 5th. This magical event includes a vibrant parade, the 'Letter to the Kings' workshop, and the opportunity for children to deliver their wishes directly to Melchor, Gaspar, and Baltasar. Join the community for a night...

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