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A Feast Of Christmas Magic and Tradition

The Christmas Market at the City of Arts and Science in Valencia has opened its doors, filling one of the city’s most iconic spaces with yuletide spirit.

Until 6 January 2025, this event offers festive fun for all ages, making it a must-see during the holiday season. (See the full schedule below.)

The weekend of 21 and 22 December promises especially memorable activities, such as children's candle-making, glass painting and Christmas decoration workshops, as well as carols from the "Proyecto Canta’m" choir on both days at 7pm. Children will enjoy a creative and inclusive experience in a warm and family-friendly environment.

After Christmas, on 27 and 28 December, the market continues with magical offerings, including storytelling and Christmas-themed face painting, perfect for the little ones. Don't forget hand-crafted decorations and local products are available at the market the whole time, making it the perfect opportunity to find some unique gifts.

With extended hours and activities adapted for the season, this market combines tradition, art and fun for the whole family. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy this unforgettable Christmas experience!

Schedule

General hours: 11am to 11pm
Special hours: December 24 and 31 from 11am to 5pm
December 25 and January 1 from 5pm to 11pm

16 and 17 December

12 noon to 2pm and 5pm to 8pm:

Children’s workshops – Mask Workshop and Nutcracker Painting Workshop

18 December

12 noon to 2pm and 5pm to 8pm:

Children’s workshops – Christmas Paintings and Nutcracker Painting Workshop

12 noon to 2pm and 5pm to 8pm:

Christmas crafts – Glass Christmas Figures

19 and 20 December

12 noon to 2pm and 5pm to 8pm:

Christmas crafts – Glass Christmas Figures

5pm to 8pm:

Children’s participatory workshop – Nutcracker Painting Workshop

21 December

7pm:

Proyecto Canta’m (carol singing)

12 noon to 2pm and 5pm to 8pm:

Children’s workshops – Candle-making, Glass Painting Workshop and Nutcracker Painting Workshop

12 noon to 2pm and 5pm to 8pm:

Christmas Crafts – Czech Christmas Pastries

22 December

7pm:

Proyecto Canta’m (carol singing)

12 noon to 2pm and 5pm to 8pm:

Children’s workshops – Christmas Paintings, Candle-making, Glass Painting Workshop and Nutcracker Painting Workshop

12 noon to 2pm and 5pm to 8pm:

Christmas Crafts – Czech Christmas Pastries

23 December

12 noon to 2pm and 5pm to 8pm:

Santa’s House

12 noon to 2pm and 5pm to 8pm:

Children’s workshops – Nutcracker Painting Workshop

12 noon to 2pm and 5pm to 8pm:

Christmas Crafts – Rakú: Ceramic Figures

24 December

Special hours – 11am to 5pm

12 noon to 2:30pm:

Santa’s House

12 noon to 2pm:

Children’s workshops – Nutcracker Painting Workshop

12 noon to 2pm:

Christmas crafts – Rakú: Ceramic Figures

25 December

Special hours – 5pm to 11pm

5pm to 8pm:

Children’s participatory workshop – Christmas Ball Paintings and Nutcracker Painting Workshop

5pm to 11pm:

Christmas crafts – Rakú: Ceramic Figures

26 December

6:30pm to 8pm:

Christmas Elf (Theatrical Parade)

12 noon to 2pm and 5pm to 8pm:

Children’s participatory workshop: Painting Nativity Figures

12 noon to 2pm and 5pm to 8pm:

Christmas crafts – Rakú: Ceramic Figures

27 December

12 noon to 2pm and 5pm to 8pm:

Christmas Face Painting and Storytelling

12 noon to 2pm and 5pm to 8pm:

Christmas crafts – Rakú: Ceramic Figures

28 December

12 noon to 2pm and 5pm to 8pm:

Christmas Face Painting and Storytelling

12 noon to 2pm and 5pm to 8pm:

Christmas crafts – Rakú: Ceramic Figures

29 December

6pm to 8pm:

Christmas Musical Performance

12 noon to 2pm and 5pm to 8pm:

Children’s workshops – Christmas Wreath Making

12 noon to 2pm and 5pm to 8pm:

Christmas crafts – Glass Christmas Figures

30 December

12 noon to 2pm and 5pm to 8pm:

Children’s workshops – Christmas Wreath Making

12 noon to 2pm and 5pm to 8pm:

Christmas crafts – Glass Christmas Figures

31 December

Special hours – 11am to 5pm

12 noon to 2:30pm:

Santa’s Farewell Visit

12 noon to 2pm:

Children’s workshops – Christmas Wreath Making

12 noon to 2pm:

Christmas crafts – Glass Christmas Figures

1 January

Special hours – 5pm to 11pm

5pm to 8pm:

Children’s workshops – New Year’s Craft Creations

5pm to 11pm:

Christmas crafts – Glass Christmas Figures

2 January

6pm to 8pm:

Three Wise Men’s Parade (Theatrical Performance)

12 noon to 2pm and 5pm to 8pm:

Children’s workshops – Three Kings’ Ornaments

12 noon to 2pm and 5pm to 8pm:

Christmas crafts – Glass Christmas Figures

3 January

12 noon to 2pm and 5pm to 8pm:

Children’s workshops – Three Kings’ Ornaments

12 noon to 2pm and 5pm to 8pm:

Christmas crafts – Glass Christmas Figures

4 January

6pm to 8pm:

Three Wise Men’s Parade (Theatrical Performance)

12 noon to 2pm and 5pm to 8pm:

Children’s workshops – Three Kings’ Ornaments

12 noon to 2pm and 5pm to 8pm:

Christmas crafts – Glass Christmas Figures

5 January

12 noon to 2pm and 5pm to 8pm:

Children’s workshops – Three Kings’ Ornaments

12 noon to 2pm and 5pm to 8pm:

Christmas crafts – Glass Christmas Figures

6 January

5pm to 8pm:

Children’s workshops – Epiphany Paintings

5pm to 11pm:

Christmas crafts – Glass Christmas Figures

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