Madrid begins the countdown to one of the most anticipated times of the year. Christmas lights will once again transform the streets of the capital starting next Saturday, November 21, and will remain on until January 6, 2027. However, beyond the usual routes through Gran Vía, Sol, or Plaza Mayor, the city will have other proposals to enjoy the Christmas lighting.
The City Council has announced that the lighting will reach more than 250 locations in the 21 districts of Madrid. In total, more than 14 million LED bulbs will be installed, with designs by professionals and creators, as well as motifs made from drawings by schoolchildren.
The inauguration will take place in Plaza de Cibeles, where a show will be held to officially kick off Christmas. The lights can be visited for free throughout the campaign.
Light shows that go beyond street lighting
Among the proposals included in the municipal Christmas program, 'Una Navidad de Luz' stands out, an immersive videomapping show that will be installed in the central courtyard of the Conde Duque Contemporary Culture Center. The experience is scheduled between December 17 and 23 and will allow visitors to enjoy an audiovisual intervention in a cultural space in the capital.
Another alternative for those looking for different plans is 'Madrid, Navidad de encuentro', which will return to Matadero Madrid between December 20 and January 4. The space will bring together different artistic proposals, shows, and family activities to enjoy the holidays beyond the traditional lighting routes.
In addition, the municipal program will include musical performances, cultural activities, and proposals for all audiences spread across different parts of the city. An alternative for those who want to take advantage of Christmas and discover other Madrid spaces.
Dates and times to see Madrid's Christmas lights
The Christmas lighting can be visited from November 21 to January 6, 2027. Although the City Council still needs to finalize some program details, the scheduled times for this campaign are as follows:
- Sunday to Thursday: from 6:00 PM to 12:00 AM.
- Fridays and Saturdays: from 6:00 PM to 1:00 AM.
- December 7: from 6:00 PM to 1:00 AM.
- December 24 and January 5: from 6:00 PM to 3:00 AM.
- December 31: from 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM.
Another tool available to explore the lighting is the free application 'Navidad Accesible Madrid', specially designed for people with visual and intellectual disabilities. The application allows users to consult different locations and follow guided tours through audio descriptions.
With more than 250 illuminated spaces and activities spread throughout the capital, Madrid will once again transform its streets and cultural spaces into one of the great Christmas settings for these holidays.
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