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Marbella is the most glamorous place on the Costa del Sol. Its neighbouring district, Puerto Banus, is also a popular destination. San Pedro Alcantara There is a festive buzz about the city, with a mix that includes family-friendly activities, cultural traditions and community solidarity. This captures Andalusian Christmas celebrations.
Families from both regions are waiting with great anticipation for the arrival the Royal Postman. The emissary to the Three Wise Men, the Cartero Real collects children’s wish letters as we approach Epiphany. In Marbella children can drop off their letters in a special location in Paseo de la Alameda. Meanwhile, in San Pedro Alcantara a postman’s home will open on the Plaza de la Iglesia beginning December 26. Both locations will operate through until early January, with extended hours at weekends and afternoons to accommodate excited little visitors – closed only on New Year’s Day.
Christmas parks and New Year’s bells. Live entertainment
Magical Christmas Parks will delight those who are looking for thrills with their free attractions. These include bouncy castles and giant slides as well as scenic train rides. Marbella’s park will open on December 29 at the Arroyo Primero Football Field, while San Pedro’s version will transform the El Arquillo Sport Complex during the same period. Both parks offer hours of outdoor fun with the mild weather forecast.
The New Year is given a playful spin with mini-campanadas. These child-friendly countdowns include entertainment shows and “grapes”, which are actually sweets. Marbella’s version is in the Plaza del Mercado. San Pedro’s will be in the Plaza de la Iglesia. Both promise laughter and joy to the kids.
Cultural highlights include a special Christmas organ concert featuring the renowned Órgano del Sol Mayor at Marbella’s Parroquia Nuestra Señora de la Encarnación, which will offer an evening of uplifting seasonal music. The community spirit is also evident in charitable events like the charity karaoke held by Marbella at Plaza de la Iglesia to support local food banks. There are also dance performances and raffles.
San Pedro hosts a charity event with inflatables, face-painting, food stalls and live flamenco performances. The day also features the draw for the “Reyes por un Día” initiative, backing local shops and bars with prizes including cash, European trips, and shopping vouchers.
The events that run from early January combine tradition and modern fun to ensure residents can enjoy the warm, glowing atmosphere of Christmas in this part of Spain.
