Alicante Nativity Scenes

The tradition of Nativity scenes is one of the hallmarks of Christmas in Alicante. The various Nativity displays located throughout the city are testament to this, bringing together handcrafted pieces that reflect Alicante’s cultural identity and the magic of the Adoration of the Magi. This year, visitors can also enjoy guided tours of several of these Nativity scenes.

Nativity Scene Programme

• Monumental Nativity Scene. Inauguration on Sunday, 23 November at 7 pm in the Town Hall Square, preceded by a light and sound show.

• Town Hall Entrance Hall Nativity Scene. Inauguration on Thursday, 27 November at 7 pm, featuring a performance by the Josefinas School choir.

• La Montañeta Social Centre Nativity Scene. Inauguration on Wednesday, 26 November at 7 pm.

• Regional Government Delegation Nativity Scene. Inauguration on Monday, 1 December at 12 pm.

• Gran Vía Nativity Scene. Inauguration on Monday, 1 December at 7 pm.

• Alicante Provincial Council Nativity Scene. Inauguration on Wednesday, 3 December at 7 pm.

• Nativity Scene at El Portalet Palace by the Junta Mayor de Hermandades y Cofradías of Alicante. The inauguration will take place on Thursday, 4 December at 7:00 pm.
  Visiting hours, until 6 January, are as follows:
  – Tuesday to Friday, from 10:30 am to 2:00 pm, and from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
  – Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays, from 10:30 am to 2:00 pm
  – Mondays: closed.

• ADIF Nativity Scene. Inauguration on Thursday, 11 December at 7 pm, featuring a performance by the M.ª Auxiliadora School choir.

Guided Visits to the Nativity Scenes

Some of the city’s most iconic Nativity scenes —including those at the Town Hall, the Department for Innovation, La Montañeta, the Provincial Council, El Portalet Palace and ADIF— can be visited through a series of guided tours.

• Dates: 16 and 18 December

• Time: 6 pm

• Meeting point: Entrance Hall of Alicante Town Hall

• Booking: Prior reservation is required by calling 607 629 295 / 639 613 273.