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