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What to see and do in Madrid in December?
December transforms Madrid into a magical Christmas destination, with bright lights, festive markets and a welcoming atmosphere that invites you to stroll through its streets. It is the perfect month to enjoy cultural events, music, theatre and Christmas traditions while warming up with a hot chocolate in its iconic cafés.
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- Madrid, Christmas of encounter
For the sixth time, Matadero Madrid celebrates its great festival of culture and encounter with a varied Christmas programme for the whole family.
- Cibeles on Ice
An impressive ice rink in one of the capital’s most beautiful buildings will once again delight city residents.
- Real Madrid CF vs. Sevilla FC
Get ready for an exciting clash between Real Madrid CF and Sevilla FC, corresponding to matchday 18 of LaLiga EA Sports.
- El Corte Inglés Christmas market
- Torrejón de Ardoz “Magical Christmas” Park
- Madrid On Ice
Christmas brings with it its favourite entertainment: the largest ice rink in Europe.
- Musical ‘Peter Pan’
A children’s story will come to life on the Teatro Maravillas stage and transport us to Neverland.
- “Mr. Bo” show
A funny story with a serious meaning which, with the help of humour, invites us to reflect on tyranny.
- «Between chaos and cosmos. Nature in Ancient Greece» exhibition
Do not miss the exhibition revealing the dialogue of the ancient Greeks with nature, which has always been a symbolic place.
- «Around the World in 80 Days» musical
A famous adventure that can only be overcome through effort, faith and, as it turns out, humour.
- Navipark
The Christmas atmosphere will arrive in Móstoles with an ice rink, an illuminated forest and a giant slide
- Pozuelo de Alarcón market
Madrid’s famous market returns, with fashionable clothing, accessories and homeware.
- Show ‘Testigo de cargo’
Agatha Christie's masterpiece, ‘Testigo de cargo’, arrives at Teatro Fernán Gómez. With a stellar cast and direction by Fernando Bernués, this courtroom thriller promises to keep you on the edge of your seat.
- The Reyes Magos Factory
During the festivities, the Three Kings invite children to their factory to have fun at Christmas.
- The Bus of Lights
Start getting ready for the Christmas holidays with an exciting trip on one of these colourful buses.
- Circo Price at Christmas
- “In the stirred air…” exhibition
Madrid hosts a unique exhibition inspired by García Lorca’s poems, including works by Dalí, Goya, Picasso and Giacometti.
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- ‘Dinosaurs of Patagonia’ exhibition
Do not miss an exhibition that will allow you to learn about the diversity and evolution of astonishing creatures and see how science reconstructs the past from remains found in rocks.
- Naturaleza Encendida LIFE
Nature will be transformed into a world of fairy tales and fantasy, bringing Christmas wonders and a unique experience with it.
- Show «Circlassica - The World Story Continues»
Madrid’s most famous family show returns to the capital to introduce audiences to the world of the circus.
- Grandes del Gospel Festival
- «El Reino de Nunca Jamás» Immersive Experience
Magic will return to Madrid at Christmas, taking the public on an unforgettable adventure with astonishing creatures.
- Gamergy Festival
The most important video game event will return to Madrid with the Formula 1 champion.
- Black Eyed Peas concert
The kings of hip-hop and dance-pop will once again offer a legendary show on the capital's stage.
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