Christmas Markets in the Southern Basque Country & Navarre - Not to be missed

Numerous chalets adorned with garlands, illuminated fir trees, enchanting music, the enticing aroma of mulled wine… There’s no doubt about it, December has arrived with the opening of Christmas markets in the Southern Basque Country & Navarre. Cross the border to immerse yourself in a unique festive atmosphere; the Basque Country Guide lists the Christmas markets you absolutely must visit !

• Christmas markets in Bizkaia and Alava
• Christmas markets in Gipuzkoa
• Christmas markets in Navarre

Christmas markets in Bizkaia and Alava

• Bilbao where the Christmas market lasts from December 5, 2025 to January 5, 2026. The streets fill up in Christmas colours with 35 wooden chalets showcasing local crafts and gastronomy, while multiple illuminations immerse you in the magic of Christmas.
• Vitoria-Gasteiz is offering a Christmas market on December 18, 2025 in the Plaza Nueva, bringing together stalls selling handcrafted products in wood, ceramics, jewelry, natural cosmetics…

Christmas markets in Gipuzkoa

• San Sebastián/Donostia hosts a Christmas market that runs from November 28, 2025, to January 6, 2026. Lights twinkle in the streets and shops, with a large dome of light installed on the terrace of Alderdi Eder. A Ferris wheel is a must, as is a smaller one for children, offering a bird's-eye view of the artisan and gourmet market. Concerts and family workshops are organized throughout the market season.
• Irún is organizing a Christmas market from November 12, 2025 to January 5, 2026, a magical event with 20 wooden chalets offering beautiful gift ideas, ice rinks and slides for children surrounded by magnificent Christmas decorations.
• Tolosa invites you to its Christmas market on December 20, 2025. Take the opportunity to stock up on local specialties to prepare your Christmas menu, and to do some handcrafted shopping for last-minute gifts under the tree.
• Hondarribia hosts a Christmas market in mid-December, complete with live Christmas concerts. The illuminated harbor is magnificent, and the stalls are overflowing with local and handcrafted products.
• Eibar and its Christmas market, set up in mid-December, invite young and old to sample delicious holiday treats and discover local crafts that make wonderful gift ideas. Children's workshops are also organized to spread the magic of Christmas in Gipuzkoa.
• Zarautz is adorned with Christmas lights from December 6, 2025 to January 6, 2026, while the nativity scene and Christmas stalls are set up. Children's shows also enliven the market.

Christmas markets in Navarre

• Pamplona/Iruna hosts a Christmas market from December 14, 2025 to January 6, 2026, featuring around thirty chalets of Navarrese artisans. Numerous nativity scenes are set up throughout the city, and Christmas carols fill the streets, along with the aroma of roasted chestnuts. Don't miss the Three Kings Parade or a skating session on the ice rink.
• Tuleda, during the weekend of December 14th and 15th, 2025, presents the traditional Bethlehem Fair, a magnificent Christmas market punctuated by concerts, carols, theatrical performances, and shows. The lights twinkle in a magical atmosphere to welcome the Three Wise Men at the beginning of the year.
• Ribaforada on the weekend of December 26-28, 2025 is a Christmas market with medieval entertainment and local craft stalls.
• Corella, from December 19, 2025 to January 6, 2026, organizes an incredible Christmas market with craft and gourmet stalls, concerts and illuminations.
• Estella/Lizarra mid-December invites you to experience Christmas in a family atmosphere, enjoying organic and local products while artisans present you with beautiful gift ideas.
• Bastan/Elizondo organizes a small Christmas market at the end of December where local crafts meet regional gastronomy. You can even admire traditional Basque folklore during the market.
• Alsasua organizes a Christmas market in mid-December with creative workshops for children, as well as stalls where you can find local crafts and gourmet products.

Head to the South of the Basque Country & Navarre at the end of the year to explore the wonderful Christmas markets that take over the region under beautiful illuminations.

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