The cities are already immersed in the Christmas period and Barcelonawhich has had the lights on for a few days now, is no less. The Catalan capital once again has an endless number of proposals in 2025 for young and old alike to … drenched in Christmas and enjoy these special dates.
Among the unmissable activities in recent years, the Nadal al Porta proposal very close to the sea that has become an essential for many: this year it celebrates its seventh edition and it is growing, since this year the fair that is always set up in Port Vell will reach the Drassanes dock, thus invading more than 24,000 square meters.
This year, in addition, the program of activities has been renewed, as recently reported by its promoters, and there will be, for example, sailing baptisms or night tours in swallows themed. Among the events, the opening of the fair itself will also stand out, which will be carried out by the Raluy Historical Circusand there will be no shortage of gift stops and varied gastronomic proposals.
More lighting and events in Las Golondrinas
Another of the great ‘inputs’ of the fair will be the large porch 12 meters highwhich is built with shipping containers, and which will welcome visitors to the fair. This year, the space is expanded by 8.40 square meters, which will allow the event to be more comfortable.
In addition, the Portal de la Pau square also joins the Nadal al Port. Every year the façade of the Port Authority corporate building is illuminated and in 2025 a new light will be added to the decoration. luminous giant star, 17 meters long and 7 meters high. Las Golondrinas are also coming to the Christmas party for the first year, with a themed boat with music, lights and other surprises.
The lightning It itself will also be special again. This year it will arrive at the Depósito and Barceloneta docks, Plaza del Mar and Nova Bocana or the Port Vell concessionaires. The Jaume I tower will once again act as the area’s Christmas tree and will have a light show that will be repeated every afternoon. At the fair, there will also be more stops from social entities and local associations and schools.
Schedules and main performances
The calendar of specific activities will also dazzle. At the Moll de la Fusta there will be a large stage with performances by cultural and social entities from the nearby neighborhoods: the participation of more than 500 emerging musicians and artists. Among the most special dates there will be a live connection with the Súper3 Club (November 28 at 12 noon) or the popular Llucià Ferrer vermouth (December 20 at 12 noon) and there will also be the historic Nadal Cup, the first swim of the year or the Ioles regatta.
On the other hand, in the Miquel Taradell pla area there will be the ‘fun box’, which is considered the largest inflatable park in the world. In addition, two other attractions will debut: Energy and the accessible ball tree. And, between the activities, he will repeat the Royal Shedon the Eastern Pier, where on January 3 and 4 the little ones, upon reservation, will be able to see a Three Wise Men operations center in operation and deliver their letters. The rest of the activities can be found out through the official website
Nadal al Port will open doors this Friday, November 28 with Raluy’s inaugural show, baptized ‘Terra’, starting at 6:30 p.m. The event will be full of magic, humor and acrobatics and will lead to the lighting of the fair’s lights, with its own design and LED technology. From here on, the event will run uninterruptedly every day until next January 6 and cEvery day it will open from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
How to go to Nadal al Port
On these dates the best way to get to Moll de la Fusta is to do it with public transport. By bus, the best options are lines D20, H14, V13, V15, V17, V19, 47, 59 and 120, while by Metro, the closest stations are Drassanes (L3) and Barceloneta (L4). TMB reminds that during Christmas the frequencies of some lines will be improved and that, on the other hand, from December 6 to 8, both days included, there will be impacts on L4 due to infrastructure improvement works.
For more details, you can consult the website of the Barcelona City Council or the Port of Barcelona and it could also be very useful to have applications such as Moovit to better organize routes and minimize traffic.
