Christmas in Barlovento is packed with activities for the whole family, with a programme running from 8th December to 4th January. This year, highlights include Christmas baking workshops, perfect for enjoying together as a family, as well as a wide range of activities designed especially for children, such as inflatables, creative workshops, and entertainment at various locations around the municipality.
From the traditional lighting ceremony to the celebrations of Christmas Eve and New Year, Barlovento offers a festive atmosphere full of magic and fun for all ages.
Christmas Programme in Barlovento 2024
Sunday, 8th December
6:30 PM: Lighting of the municipal Christmas decorations, with chocolate and churros tasting. Blessing of the Municipal Nativity Scene and castanets performance by "Los Amigos de las Castañuelas de Barlovento" at Recinto del Drago.
8:30 PM: Concert by the "Tabladitos" Music Band at Recinto del Drago.
Monday, 9th December
6:00 PM: Family Christmas baking workshop (prior registration required) at Recinto del Drago.
Wednesday, 11th December
6:00 PM: Family Christmas baking workshop (prior registration required) at Recinto del Drago.
7:00 PM: Christmas dinner for the Ludoteca children (ages 8 to 12, prior registration required).
Thursday, 12th December
6:00 PM: Family Christmas baking workshop (prior registration required) at Casa de la Cultura Gallegos.
5:00 PM: Celebration of the anniversary of the Elderly Residence in Barlovento with a performance by MarÃa Jesús and her accordion at Recinto del Drago.
Friday, 13th December
4:00 PM: Mixed volleyball tournament (6x6, prior registration required).
Saturday, 14th December
7:00 PM: Christmas gathering in Gallegos, including the opening of the Nativity Scene by the "El Trapiche" Neighbourhood Association, blessed by Father Rubén Gallego del Pozo. Musical performances by the "Barlovento Accordion Group," "Las Divinas de San Andrés y Sauces," and Pedro RodrÃguez at Casa de la Cultura Gallegos.
Sunday, 15th December
10:00 AM: Nativity Route excursion, organized by the "El Trapiche" Neighbourhood Association of Gallegos, visiting municipalities around the island.
10:00 AM: Christmas agricultural and craft market, featuring a special performance by "Los Gofiones" at Recinto del Drago.
Tuesday, 17th December
5:00 PM: Children's basketball tournament (prior registration required).
6:00 PM: Christmas party by the Unión Norte Seniors Association, featuring "Las Divinas de la Galga" at the Unión Norte Association Hall.
Wednesday, 18th December
5:00 PM: Christmas gathering in La Cadena, with the opening of the Nativity Scene created by CEIP La Cuesta students, blessed by Father Rubén Gallego del Pozo. Christmas play performed by CEIP La Cuesta students, with contributions from "Los Amigos de las Castañuelas" and the "Barlovento Shepherd Dance."
8:30 PM: Performance by the Rondalla "Lo Divino" from the Tabladitos Music Association.
Thursday, 19th December
5:00 PM: Christmas gathering in Las Cabezadas, featuring a nativity performance by CEIP Las Cabezadas students.
5:30 PM: Mass celebrated by Father Rubén Gallego del Pozo, with performances by the Rondalla "Lo Divino" of the Tabladitos Music Association and the "Barlovento Accordion Group" at Plaza de Las Cabezadas.
Friday, 20th December
11:00 AM: Christmas party at CEO Barlovento.
6:00 PM: Parade by students from the Tabladitos Music Classroom.
7:00 PM: Christmas party by the "Faro Norte" Seniors Association, featuring a performance by students from the Tabladitos Music Association at the Faro Norte Association Hall.
Saturday, 21st December
6:00 PM: "Di-Vinos" Enogastronomic Gathering, featuring performances by Rondallas "Lo Divino," "Lo Divino Juvenil," "Divinos Marjues," and "Las Divinas," followed by the Christmas Rock musical show at Plaza del Rosario.
Sunday, 22nd December
6:00 PM: Family Christmas cooking workshop focusing on starters (prior registration required) at Recinto del Drago.
Monday, 23rd December
4:30 PM: Children's afternoon event in La Cuesta with inflatables, workshops, and entertainment at Plaza de MarÃa Auxiliadora.
Tuesday, 24th December
6:30 PM: Christmas Eve celebration in Gallegos at Iglesia de La Cruz Gallegos.
8:00 PM: Christmas Eve celebration featuring the Shepherd Dance at Iglesia de Nuestra Señora del Rosario.
Wednesday, 25th December
6:30 PM: Christmas Mass at Iglesia de Nuestra Señora del Rosario.
7:30 PM: Christmas Mass at Iglesia de MarÃa Auxiliadora in La Cuesta.
Thursday, 26th December
5:30 PM: Children's indoor football tournament (prior registration required).
Friday, 27th December
9:00 PM: Comedy festival featuring Kike Pérez at Recinto del Drago.
Saturday, 28th December
9:00 PM: Premiere of the musical show "A Solas," with soloists Yumara Luis, Guacimara Montelongo, and Israel MartÃn, directed by Sergio Vargas at Recinto del Drago.
Sunday, 29th December
9:00 AM: Special Christmas fishing tournament (prior registration required).
Monday, 30th December
4:30 PM: Children's afternoon event in Barlovento with inflatables, workshops, and entertainment at Recinto del Drago.
5:00 PM: Christmas domino tournament (prior registration required) at Faro Norte Seniors Association Hall.
Tuesday, 31st December
11:30 PM: Grand New Year’s Eve Party with "Orquesta Nueva LÃnea" and "DJ Equis," featuring party bags, lucky grapes, champagne, and lots of fun at Recinto del Drago.
Wednesday, 1st January
4:30 PM: New Year’s Mass at Iglesia de Santa Cruz Gallegos.
6:30 PM: New Year’s Mass at Iglesia de Nuestro Señor del Rosario.
7:30 PM: New Year’s Mass at Iglesia de MarÃa Auxiliadora in La Cuesta.
Thursday, 2nd January
1:00 PM: Commercial Campaign Raffle at the Town Hall.
4:30 PM: Children's afternoon event in Las Cabezadas with inflatables, workshops, and entertainment at Plaza de Las Cabezadas.
Friday, 3rd January
4:30 PM: Children's afternoon event in Gallegos with inflatables, workshops, and entertainment at Plaza de La Fuente.
8:00 PM: Christmas masterclass by Voyalgimnasio, including spinning, step, pilates, and body cross, with live music and snacks afterward at Recinto del Drago.
Saturday, 4th January
6:00 PM: Christmas party at the Elderly Residence, followed by a dance at Recinto del Drago.