Christmas 2026

Christmas in Nerja

The markets, the lights and the parties — and when each is worth it.

15 days to go16 Nov – 26 Dec · 8 ideas

  • 4 for families
  • 5 free

Don't miss

  1. Living Nativity Scene of Las Protegidas (Belén Viviente)

    Sun 20 Dec · 16:00Plaza de Andalucía, Las Protegidasfree

  2. Christmas Concert 'Navidad de Ayer y de Hoy'

    Tue 8 Dec · 18:00Bodegas Los ÁngelesCheck ticket price on event

  3. Christmas Concert by Nerja Music Band

    Sat 19 DecCentro Cultural Villa de Nerjafrom 15€

Monday 7 December

  • Day after Constitution Day - Public Holiday

    free

    Public holiday in Andalusia, transferred from Sunday, December 6. Many businesses may be closed or have reduced hours.

    Free

Tuesday 8 December

  • Christmas Concert 'Navidad de Ayer y de Hoy'

    18:00Bodegas Los ÁngelesCheck ticket price on event

    A Christmas concert titled 'Christmas of Yesterday and Today' at Bodegas Los Ángeles.

    Source: Eventbrite

  • Immaculate Conception - Public Holiday

    free

    Public holiday in Andalusia. Most shops and businesses will be closed. Churches will hold special services.

    Free

Saturday 19 December

  • Christmas Concert by Nerja Music Band

    Centro Cultural Villa de Nerjafrom 15€

    The traditional Christmas concert performed by the Nerja Municipal Music Band.

    Family

Sunday 20 December

  • Living Nativity Scene of Las Protegidas (Belén Viviente)

    16:00Plaza de Andalucía, Las Protegidasfree

    A traditional living nativity scene where local residents recreate the Nativity in period costume. This event is declared a Festival of Local Tourist Interest and Provincial Tourist Singularity.

    FamilyFree

Tuesday 22 December

  • Spanish Christmas Lottery Draw (Sorteo Extraordinario de Navidad)

    09:00Teatro Real de Madrid (National Event)20€ per décimo

    The highly anticipated national Christmas lottery draw, known for its 'El Gordo' prize. Millions across Spain participate, buying 'décimos' (tickets) often shared among family and friends. The draw is broadcast live nationwide.

Thursday 24 December

  • Christmas Eve (Nochebuena)

    free

    Shops and offices typically close early. Families gather for their main festive meal, usually eaten late in the evening. Midnight Mass (Misa del Gallo) is celebrated in churches. Traditional sweets like turrón, polvorones, and mantecados are enjoyed.

    FamilyFreeSource: Explore Nerja

Friday 25 December

  • Christmas Day (Navidad) - Public Holiday

    free

    Public holiday in Spain. A peaceful day with families celebrating at home. Most towns are quiet. Some hotels and restaurants may offer special Christmas dinners.

    FamilyFree

Times and prices change, so check with the organiser before you go. Updated 29 Oct

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