Christmas in La Palma is a true celebration for the senses, where the city transforms into a magical scene filled with lights, music, and tradition. From the much-anticipated Christmas lighting ceremony on 23rd November at Avenida Marítima—bringing thousands of people together for a spectacular drone and silent fireworks show—to the iconic Three Kings Parade on 5th January, one of the oldest in the Canary Islands, every corner of the capital bursts into festive life.
Santa Cruz de La Palma Christmas Program 2024
The colonial streets come alive with giant decorations, carols, and festive melodies that fill the air, while shop windows dazzle with creativity and colour. It’s a unique time when history and culture combine to create unforgettable moments for both residents and visitors alike.
Among the many highlights of this magical programme, the Night of the Stars invites you to enjoy a cascade of discounts in shops, accompanied by musical entertainment. Meanwhile, Alejandro Fernández’s concert and the traditional Australian New Year’s Eve 2024 on Avenida Marítima promise unforgettable experiences.
Here is the complete programme for Christmas 2024 in Santa Cruz de La Palma, crafted to fill these special days with excitement and joy.
Saturday, 23rd November
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- 20:00 Uhr: Weihnachtsansprache von D. Jesús Nuño Peña. Ort: Avenida Marítima, in Höhe der Calle Apurón.
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- 21:30 Uhr: Eröffnung der Weihnachtsbeleuchtung in Santa Cruz de La Palma mit einer Drohnen- und geräuschlosen Feuerwerkshow. Anschließend Tribute-Konzert für Luis Miguel mit Dannysel. Ort: Avenida Marítima
Friday, 29th November
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- 3:30 PM: Opening ceremony and first day of the Regional Final of the Neurolimpiadas (2024). Location: Multi-use Pavilion "Roberto Rodríguez Estrello".
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- 8:30 PM: "In Piano" concert, a musical and visual performance by five women exploring various forms of contemporary music. Location: Teatro Circo de Marte.
Saturday, 30th November
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- 3:30 PM: Second day of the Regional Final of the Neurolimpiadas (2024). Location: "Ciudad Deportiva de Miraflores" Pavilion.
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- 5:00 PM: Night of the Stars, featuring cultural, children’s, and musical activities to complement extended shopping hours. Location: Santa Cruz de La Palma.
Tuesday, 5th December
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- 5:00 PM: Launch of the "Santa Cruz Shopping Day" campaign with activities to promote local businesses. Organized by AEPA and Casco Histórico. → See the Shopping Day 2024 Program
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- 8:30 PM: Talk by architect Erik Harley and presentation of his book Pormishuevismo: A Route Through Spain’s Brick Era. Location: Teatro Circo de Marte.
Friday, 6th December
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- 8:00 PM: Gathering of the Rondalla Lo Divino members from the Parish of San Francisco de Asís. From Plaza de La Alameda to the City Hall Atrium.
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- 8:00 PM: Show "Siento Ochenta" by Kike Pérez. Location: Teatro Circo de Marte.
Saturday, 7th December
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- 11:00 AM: Christmas children’s activities, including inflatables, workshops, and face painting. Location: Plaza de España.
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- 12:00 PM: "Enonavideña" wine fair featuring tastings, traditional products, and Christmas ambiance. Location: Avenida Marítima, Balconies area.
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- 7:00 PM: "Blue Experience" concert with Alex Fernández and Alejandro Fernández. Location: Dock parking lot.
Tuesday, 10th December
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- Morning: Visit from storyteller Güicho Estévez to schools in the municipality.
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- 9:00 PM: Inauguration of the Nativity Scene at the Casa de la Cultura in Mirca, accompanied by the Parish Rondalla Nuestra Señora de Candelaria.
Wednesday, 11th December
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- Morning: Visit from storyteller Güicho Estévez to schools in the municipality.
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- 6:00 PM: Guided tour on historical lighting and Christmas symbolism. Departure: Plaza de España.
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- 7:00 PM: Parade by the Rondalla Lo Divino. Departure: Plaza de España.
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- 9:00 PM: Inauguration of the Nativity Scene at the Casa de la Cultura in Velhoco.
Thursday, 12th December
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- Morning: Visit from storyteller Güicho Estévez to schools in the municipality.
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- 6:00 PM: Magic show featuring "Creador de Sueños." Location: San Francisco Convent Courtyard.
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- 9:00 PM: Inauguration of the Nativity Scene at the Casa de la Cultura El Pilar-Huerta Nueva.
Friday, 13th December
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- 4:00 PM: 48th Christmas Cross Run of Santa Cruz de La Palma – 8th Alberto Fernández Memorial, the oldest street race in the Canary Islands. Location: Streets of Santa Cruz de La Palma.
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- 9:00 PM: Opening of the Nativity Scene by the Tihuya Neighbourhood Association in La Dehesa.
Saturday, 14th December
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- 11:00 AM: Christmas children's activities, including inflatables, workshops, and face painting. Location: Plaza de San Francisco.
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- 5:00 PM: AIKA Children’s Festival. Location: Plaza de Santo Domingo.
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- 8:00 PM: XXI Tajadre Christmas Concert, a classic by the capital's renowned group. Location: Plaza de Santo Domingo.
Sunday, 15th December
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- 11:00 AM: Flea Market.Location: Plaza de la Alameda.
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- 12:00 PM: Show "Cantando cuentos" with Fidel Galbán and his band, featuring stories and musical games for children. Location: Plaza de España.
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- 5:00 PM: Superheroes arrive in Santa Cruz de La Palma to showcase their skills. Location: Plaza de Santo Domingo.
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- From this day until Christmas Eve, the Rondallas Lo Divino will roam the streets of the city announcing the Good News.
Monday, 16th December
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- 10:00 AM: Christmas carol recital by Colegio Gabriel Duque Acosta. Location: Plaza de España.
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- 6:00 PM: "Siente la Navidad" parade with Christmas carols performed by students of the Escuela Insular de Música de La Palma. Stops: Plaza de la Alameda and Plaza de España.
Tuesday, 17th December
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- 10:00 AM: Christmas recital by Colegio Santo Domingo de Guzmán. Location: City Hall Atrium.
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- 5:30 PM: Christmas Theatre Show featuring "Cuento de Navidad" performed by Escuela Municipal Pilar Rey. Location: Teatro Circo de Marte.
From 8:00 PM: Various Rondallas and music groups will perform in several parish churches, strolling through the district's streets and spreading traditional Christmas carols until Christmas Eve.
Wednesday, 18th December
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- 6:00 PM: Parade by Dance School Maika Lerín. Departure: Plaza de la Alameda, arrival at La Pérgola.
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- 7:30 PM: Symphonic concert by the Escuela Insular de Música de La Palma. Location: Plaza de Santo Domingo.
Thursday, 19th December
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- 6:00 PM: Instrumental parade by the Island Music School, with stops at Plaza de la Alameda and Plaza de España to perform Christmas carols.
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- 7:30 PM: Parade by Rondalla "Las Divinas". Departure: Plaza de La Alameda, journey to Plaza de España.
Friday, 20th December
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- 4:00 PM: First day of the Christmas Chess Tournament. Location: Sala de La Recova.
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- 5:30 PM: Show "Navidad por el mundo" by the company Contando Ando & Co. Location: Plaza de España.
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- 8:00 PM: Musical "El Rey Solitario" by the company Cía. Location: Teatro Circo de Marte.
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- 9:30 PM: Benefit festival by the Rondalla Lo Divino Santo Domingo in aid of the Regina Pacis project. Location: Parroquia Matriz de El Salvador.
Saturday, 21st December
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- 11:00 AM: Christmas children's activities, including inflatables, workshops, and face painting. Location: Plaza José Mata.
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- 12:30 PM: Children's pastry workshop with Pastelería Zulay. Location: Plaza de España.
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- 7:00 PM: II Nocturnal Swimming Crossing of Santa Cruz de La Palma. Location: Santa Cruz de La Palma Beach.
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- 8:00 PM: Gaitero Night with traditional Venezuelan music and cuisine. Location: Plaza de San Francisco.
Sunday, 22nd December
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- 7:00 AM: Meeting of Lo Divino with rondallas performing carols and handing out churros and chocolate. Location: City Hall Atrium.
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- 10:00 PM: Meeting of the Rondalla "Amigos Lo Divino" coinciding with the Christmas Lottery Draw. Location: Plaza José Mata.
Monday, 23rd December
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- 9:00 PM: II "Lo Divino" Festival by the Rondalla of the Parish of El Salvador. A show combining music and audiovisuals to explore the spirit of Christmas. Location: Plaza de Santo Domingo. Free entry.
Tuesday, 24th December (Christmas Eve)
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- 10:45 AM: "Sembradores de Estrellas" (Star Sowers), a Christmas parade by the students of Colegio Santo Domingo de Guzmán, performing popular Christmas carols through the streets. Route: Starting at the school, passing through Cuesta del Pilar, Hospital de Dolores, Calle San José, Plaza de San Francisco, Plaza de La Alameda, Calle Anselmo Pérez de Brito, Calle Álvarez de Abreu, Calle O'Daly, and ending at Plaza de España.
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- 2:00 PM: "Diabueno" Festival featuring performances by artists and groups including Javi y la Banda Invisible, Pedro Rodríguez, Nico, Gero DJ, Xavi DJ, and Los Aseré. Location: Behind the Cabildo.
Wednesday, 25th December (Christmas Day)
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- 10:00 AM: Flea Market. Location: Plaza de la Alameda.
Thursday, 26th December
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- 10:00 AM–1:00 PM and 5:00 PM–7:00 PM: Collection of new and inclusive gifts for the Three Wise Men, organized by the Department of Social Welfare and Equality. A representative of the Wise Men will be present. Location: City Hall Atrium.
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- 6:00 PM: Magic workshop and performances by the "Creador de Sueños". Location: Plaza de España.
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- 8:00 PM: Recital Renacer en Navidad featuring traditional Christmas carols performed by the group Renacer. Location: Teatro Circo de Marte.
Friday, 27th December
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- 5:00 PM: Children's Parade with Disney characters and princesses, accompanied by the Dixieland band. Start: Beginning of Calle O'Daly, ending at La Alameda.
Saturday, 28th December
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- 11:00 AM: Christmas children's activities, including inflatables, workshops, and face painting.Location: Plaza de San Francisco.
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- 11:30 AM: Parade featuring "The Vid Band", a brass band bringing lively music. Start: Beginning of Calle O'Daly, ending at La Alameda.
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- 12:00 PM: Talk by Anelio Rodríguez Concepción on the historical ties between Cuba and the Canary Islands. Location: City Hall Atrium.
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- 12:30 PM: Interactive musical workshop on Cuban son and other rhythms, hosted by "Troveros de Asieta". Suitable for participants aged 12 and above, with no prior musical experience required. Location: City Hall Atrium.
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- 5:00 PM: Show El Circo de la Navidad by the D'Art company. Location: Multi-use Pavilion "Roberto Rodríguez Estrello".
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- 8:00 PM: 25th Christmas Concert by "Troveros de Asieta", with guest performances by Sole Giménez, Mayelín Naranjo, and Flavia Cruz. Location: Plaza de San Francisco.
Sunday, 29th December
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- 8:00 PM: 10th Christmas Concert by "Los Benahoare". Location: Plaza de San Francisco.
Monday, 30th December
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- 5:00 PM: "Adiós 2024" Children's Party with activities to bid farewell to the year. Location: Avenida Marítima.
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- 8:00 PM: Concert by the Music Band "San Miguel" from Santa Cruz de La Palma. Location: Teatro Circo de Marte.
Tuesday, 31st December (New Year's Eve)
Australian New Year Celebration
2:00 PM: Australian New Year Celebration, bidding farewell to 2024 and welcoming 2025, with performances by DJ Tenax, DJ Equis, Renzzo El Selector, Changó, Orquesta Tropicana, and Orquesta ACuatro.
Location: Avenida Marítima.
Thursday, 2nd January
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- 5:00 PM: Children's Parade. Route: From Plaza de La Alameda through Calle Anselmo Pérez de Brito and Calle O'Daly.
Friday, 3rd January
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- 10:00 AM: Craft Fair. Location: Plaza de España and Calle O'Daly.
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- 10:00 AM: Musical The Little Mermaid by Candilejas Producciones. Location: Teatro Circo de Marte.
Saturday, 4th January
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- 11:00 AM: Christmas children's activities, including inflatables, workshops, and face painting. Location: Behind the Cabildo
Sunday, 5th January (Three Kings’ Day)
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- 10:00 AM: Tour of the Three Kings’ Emissary through the municipality to collect children's letters.
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- 11:00 AM: Official reception of the Three Kings by the Mayor and the Councillor of Festivities. Location: Plaza de España.
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- 7:00 PM: 108th edition of the Three Kings Parade. Route: From the Port of Santa Cruz de La Palma to Avenida de Las Nieves.
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- 10:00 PM: Three Kings Festival with live music. Location: Behind the Cabildo.
Monday, 6th January (Epiphany)
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- 7:30 PM: Traditional Epiphany Concert by the Banda de Música "San Miguel", celebrating its 50th anniversary. Location: City Hall Atrium.