Whenever Christmas approaches, Marín becomes a destination full of lights, music, traditions and activities for all tastes. Marín features a calendar full of events so that both adults and children can experience the magic of Christmas like nowhere else.
Are you looking for a family plan with children’s activities, a romantic weekend or simply to enjoy the lights and the Christmas atmosphere? Join us and discover what to do in Marín at Christmas!
Essential Christmas plans in Marín
The Alameda park is the epicentre of Christmas in Marín. On Friday, December 5, the festivities begin with the switching on of the Christmas lights, the train and the Christmas carousel, as well as the traditional hot chocolate. Can you think of a better way to start Christmas?
In addition, the Galician Craft Show will begin, running from December 5 to 15; it is the perfect place to find unique products and original gifts made by local artisans.
At Christmas in Marín, we will also be able to enjoy events such as V Marín Gaming, on December 6 and 7 in the tent set up in Eguren Park. A must-see for video game and technology lovers. In addition, that weekend there will be a charity concert in favour of CEDDD Galicia and parades featuring the Marín Music Band.
The following weekend, on December 12 and 14, you can participate in the so-called Ludojornadas, in the Torres Museum, where board games and educational entertainment will be the focus of the experience. In addition, that same Friday, December 12, the Music Unit of the Naval Military Academy will offer a concert open to all audiences at the Multiusos stadium.
On Saturday, December 13, the Mini Christmas Market will take place, organized by Marín’s Parent-Teacher Associations; the perfect place for finding artisanal products. And there will also be Christmas dances featuring the Zumbis in Eguren Park to liven up the day.
Activities for a family Christmas getaway
Marín is a perfect destination for a family getaway in December. The most outstanding activities include the Christmas Train Routes, which begin on December 9 for schools, but can also be enjoyed with the family on weekends. Touring the town decorated with lights and decorations is an experience they will always remember.
Visit the Marín Christmas Fair in the Alameda park, open between December 16 and January 5; it is a family plan that cannot be missing from your agenda. Here you can find everything from Christmas decorations to local products and crafts. In addition, there will be shows and workshops in the area.
For kids, the Engado Marín Children’s and Youth Tent will remain open from December 19 to January 6 in Eguren Park, featuring a wide variety of activities so that the little ones don’t get bored.
On Saturday 20, there will be the V Charity Gala “Make Your Illusion Come True,” while the “Pilgrimage” Show will take place at the Morrazo Shopping Centre. Meanwhile, lovers of motor bikes and charity are preparing for the Papanoelada Moteira that will tour Marín on December 21. A unique experience where children can see Santa Claus and the Christmas bikers up close.
To liven up the wait for Christmas Eve, on December 23 there will be the magic show called “Impossible or Improbable” and on the 24th, parades and the visit of Santa Claus, with musical entertainment and workshops.
After celebrating Christmas Day, you can focus on the final stretch of the year, where there will be activities such as Puppets and Storytelling featuring Tarabelos, Teatro Verbas, Christmas concerts, carols in the streets, another magic show, craft workshops and board games.
If you want to say goodbye to 2025 from Marín, you will not be short of activities for your holidays. In addition, you can enjoy Christmas in the Rías Baixas discovering our municipality at a time when it is much less crowded.
The new year begins in Marín
In Marín you can enjoy the festivities until the last moment. On December 31, in the Alameda prk, the Children’s New Year’s Eve Party will be held at 11:45 a.m., with a recreation of the grape-eating tradition. And to welcome 2026, there will be two dances, the New Year’s Eve one after the bells and the New Year’s Day one on January 1 in the afternoon.
The first days of 2026 will continue to be full of recreational activities, so you will not only be able to enjoy Marín’s landscapes, gastronomy or historical past, but also a Crafts Workshop, the Three Wise Men’s Ranch, Christmas Cinema or parades.
And of course, on January 5 you cannot miss the Grand Parade featuring the Three Wise Men, who will visit us from the East and tour the streets of Marín, ending with a Living Nativity Scene in the Church of Santa Maria do Porto.
As you can see, Marín is an ideal destination to enjoy Christmas with all your senses. It features a wide variety of plans for all ages, from decorated train rides and craft markets to concerts and activities. Why not discover it this year? We are waiting for you in the heart of the Morrazo region!