{"id":509,"date":"2023-09-18T11:12:26","date_gmt":"2023-09-18T11:12:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lapalmaisland.com\/en\/?p=509"},"modified":"2025-10-22T15:55:51","modified_gmt":"2025-10-22T15:55:51","slug":"christmas-la-palma","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lapalmaisland.com\/en\/christmas-la-palma\/","title":{"rendered":"Christmas Time"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-ast-global-color-6-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:15px\">\n<p>In La Palma, Christmas is celebrated in a truly unique way: with twinkling lights, early morning carols, quiet beaches and <strong>mild temperatures that invite you to enjoy the outdoors<\/strong>. From <a href=\"https:\/\/lapalmaisland.com\/en\/santa-cruz-de-la-palma\/\">Santa Cruz <\/a>to <a href=\"https:\/\/lapalmaisland.com\/en\/los-llanos-de-aridane\/\">Los Llanos<\/a>, and through charming rural villages, the island transforms into a warm, <strong>festive and family-friendly stage. <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lapalmaisland.com\/en\/how-to-get-to-la-palma\/\">Travelling to La Palma<\/a> in December means discovering a different way of celebrating the holidays: more authentic, more relaxed and with a distinct Canarian flavour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full has-custom-border\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/lapalmaisland.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/09\/christmas-lights-in-santa-cruz-de-la-palma.webp\" alt=\"santa cruz de la palma in christmas period\" class=\"wp-image-5668\" style=\"border-radius:15px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lapalmaisland.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/09\/christmas-lights-in-santa-cruz-de-la-palma.webp 1024w, https:\/\/lapalmaisland.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/09\/christmas-lights-in-santa-cruz-de-la-palma-300x211.webp 300w, https:\/\/lapalmaisland.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/09\/christmas-lights-in-santa-cruz-de-la-palma-768x540.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-ast-global-color-6-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:15px\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-ast-global-color-5-color has-ast-global-color-2-background-color has-text-color has-background\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\">Key Information About Christmas in La Palma<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-ast-global-color-4-background-color has-background has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Element<\/th><th>Details<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>When it takes place<\/td><td>Late November to January 6<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Main locations<\/td><td>Santa Cruz de La Palma, Los Llanos, Bre\u00f1a Alta, San Andr\u00e9s y Sauces<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Main events<\/td><td>Christmas lights, Lo Divino carols, Australian New Year, markets, concerts, Kings\u2019 Parade<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Climate<\/td><td>Mild and pleasant (15\u201322\u202f\u00b0C), ideal for outdoor activities<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Recommendations<\/td><td>Light clothing for the day, jacket for the evening, camera and festive spirit<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Duration<\/td><td>Around 6 weeks<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Suggested activities<\/td><td>Concerts, markets, nativity scenes, parades, cultural tours<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-ast-global-color-4-color has-ast-global-color-2-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-11e4595a3b20139ef0fd3f3615636e34\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\">Reasons Not to Miss Christmas in La Palma<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-ast-global-color-7-background-color has-background\">\n<li style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\">You can<strong> experience Christmas with sun, sea and soft temperatures.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\"><strong>Every town organises its own family-friendly programme<\/strong> of events.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\">The lights turn every street into a <strong>magical scene<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\">You\u2019ll hear <strong>traditional carols thanks to the musical groups of Lo Divino.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\"><strong>Local markets, workshops, concerts, theatre and solidarity fill every corner of the island.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\">The <strong>Australian New Year <\/strong>lets you celebrate twice in one day!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full has-custom-border\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/lapalmaisland.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/09\/town-hall-of-santa-cruz-de-la-palma.webp\" alt=\"town hall of santa cruz de la palma in christmas time\" class=\"wp-image-5670\" style=\"border-radius:15px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lapalmaisland.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/09\/town-hall-of-santa-cruz-de-la-palma.webp 1024w, https:\/\/lapalmaisland.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/09\/town-hall-of-santa-cruz-de-la-palma-300x211.webp 300w, https:\/\/lapalmaisland.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/09\/town-hall-of-santa-cruz-de-la-palma-768x540.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-ast-global-color-4-color has-ast-global-color-2-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-2ef2c839e7ff3bd0e3af3820a838007d\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\">What to See and Do at Christmas in La Palma<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-ast-global-color-7-background-color has-background\">\n<li style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\"><strong>Christmas Light Switch-Ons: the magic begins<\/strong><br><strong>From late November to early December, many towns hold their official Christmas light events<\/strong>. The most spectacular are in Santa Cruz, Los Llanos and Bre\u00f1a Alta, featuring concerts, cultural activities and children\u2019s shows. Streets, balconies and squares come alive with lights, encouraging locals and visitors to stroll, shop or simply enjoy the atmosphere.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\"><strong>Lo Divino: carols at dawn<\/strong><br><strong>One of the island\u2019s most heartwarming traditions<\/strong>. Rondallas of Lo Divino are <strong>musical groups that walk through the streets of Santa Cruz in the early hours of the morning<\/strong>, <strong>singing traditional carols.<\/strong> Their improvised music with guitars, lutes and popular voices, is a cherished part of La Palma\u2019s Christmas identity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\"><strong>Christmas markets and family events<\/strong><br>Throughout December, artisan markets pop up with handmade gifts, local foods, sweets and decorations. Each municipality has its own calendar, offering shows, puppet theatre, storytelling, workshops and music for all ages.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\"><strong>Australian New Year: celebrate early<\/strong><br>On 31 December, Santa Cruz hosts one of the island\u2019s most original events: <strong>the Australian New Year. It begins at 2 p.m<\/strong>., matching midnight in Australia, and includes live music, dancing and an early New Year\u2019s toast in a lively, daytime atmosphere.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\"><strong>Night of the Stars &amp; White Day<\/strong><br>In Santa Cruz, the<strong> Noche de las Estrellas invites you to enjoy a night of shopping and celebration<\/strong> under the Christmas lights, with extended store hours, discounts and live performances. In <strong>Los Llanos, the D\u00eda Blanco offers a similar experience <\/strong>in the heart of the town.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\"><strong>The Three Kings\u2019 Parade<\/strong><br>On <strong>January 5, excitement fills the streets as the Three Wise Men arrive in grand style<\/strong>. Floats parade through the island\u2019s towns, handing out joy and gifts to children. It\u2019s a magical evening that perfectly closes the Christmas season.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full has-custom-border\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/lapalmaisland.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/09\/Wise-Men.webp\" alt=\"Wise Men in santa cruz de la palma\" class=\"wp-image-7055\" style=\"border-radius:15px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lapalmaisland.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/09\/Wise-Men.webp 1024w, https:\/\/lapalmaisland.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/09\/Wise-Men-300x211.webp 300w, https:\/\/lapalmaisland.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/09\/Wise-Men-768x540.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-ast-global-color-5-color has-ast-global-color-2-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-d4deee0c1d4f99334ed47462c9983271\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\">Practical Tips for Enjoying Christmas in La Palma<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-ast-global-color-7-background-color has-background\">\n<li style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\"><strong>Check the Christmas programme in our <a href=\"https:\/\/lapalmaisland.com\/en\/parties-and-events\/\">updated calendar<\/a><\/strong>: each town has its own mix of cultural, family and festive event<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\"><strong>Stay in or near Santa Cruz for the fullest experience. <\/strong>The capital hosts the most complete programme and shines with colonial elegance at this time of year.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\"><strong>The Australian New Year is the main party, celebrated in the afternoon. <\/strong>The traditional midnight celebration is quieter.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\"><strong>Make restaurant reservations in advance<\/strong>: many offer special menus at Christmas and New Year\u2019s Eve.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\"><strong>On Christmas Eve (24 December) most restaurants and bars close early <\/strong>as locals celebrate at home.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\"><strong>Dress smart: <\/strong>light outfits for the day, a warm jacket for cooler evenings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\"><strong>Don\u2019t miss Lo Divino:<\/strong> it\u2019s one of the most authentic and moving Christmas experiences on the island.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-light-green-cyan-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-radius:15px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-ast-global-color-4-background-color has-background\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);font-size:22px\"><strong>It might also interest 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