Christmas activities in Barcelona
The Oratory of Sant Felip Neri, located in the heart of Barcelona, has become an essential meeting point during the Christmas holidays. With a varied program, music and tradition come together to offer the community an unforgettable experience.
Concerts to Enjoy
The Voces Graves choir from Madrid will open the curtain with a special Christmas concert on Friday, December 13 at 8:00 p.m., in collaboration with the Goethe Foundation. This activity is just one of many musical events that will take place, including the benefit concert for the Clarós Foundation on Wednesday, December 18, also at 8:00 p.m. The Coral Sant Jordi, based in the oratory, will close the cycle on Sunday, December 22 at 6:00 p.m.
A Unique Crib Exhibition
On Thursday 19 December, an exhibition of nativity scenes will be inaugurated that promises to delight visitors. The event will begin with a carol concert by the Levant Choir at 5:00 p.m. Organized with the Associació de Pessebristes de Barcelona, the exhibition will be available until January 6, with opening hours from 3pm to 7pm, and entry is free.
The Magical Christmas Night
Christmas Eve will be a special moment with various traditional activities, culminating in the Mass of the Rooster. The doors will open at 18:30, and at 19:00 you can enjoy the singing of the Sibyl, a tradition that the oratory has recovered twelve years ago. This song, which addresses prophetic themes about the end of the world, has been recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity since 2010.
Start of the Jubilee of 2025
Sunday, December 29th will mark an important moment with the start of the celebration of the Jubilee of the year 2025. At 6:45 pm, a procession will take place that will connect the oratory with the cathedral of Barcelona. This jubilee year, which will begin on December 24th, 2024, will allow participants to experience the holiness of God and obtain plenary indulgences.
More Information and Details
For those who wish to know more about the Christmas activities organized at the oratory of Sant Felip Neri, the complete program can be consulted at www.oratoribarcelona.com. The Christmas festivities here are not just an event, but a celebration of community and tradition that brings everyone together in a welcoming atmosphere.