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Feria del Belén
Location: Between the Cathedral and Archivo de Indias
Dates: Approx. 11 November - 23 December
A tradition throughout Spain and certainly in Sevilla is that of the belén, or nativity scene. Now is the time where people purchase the figures and scenery either for a new or to add to existing belenes. Christmas ornaments, cards and other decorations are available as well. This year the market has moved: between the Cathedral and the Archivo de Indias. More information can be found in my holidays in Seville section.

Holiday Lights
Location: Seville City Center
Dates: 2 December - 6 January
In early November they are already making preparations on many streets, but they don't flip the switch on the Christmas lights until the holiday weekend beginning on 2 December (they will light them up for the Davis Cup Finals). From this time through New Year's they keep the center cheerful until officially being turned off around 6 January. The lights bring crowds to the center to shop and make for some great photos if you have a good tripod! This year they should have more streets lit up - enjoy!

Muestra de Dulces de los Conventos
Location: Reales Alcázares (Palacio Gótico)
Dates: 6 - 8 December
Once a year (conveniently timed before the holidays) 16 convents from Seville city and the rest of the province gather in the Reales Alcázares to exhibit, and of course sell, their traditional sweets. Each year there is a new twist to their offerings and each year there are long lines as sevillanos stock up before the Christmas holidays. While you can get many of these treats during the year, it's only once a year they are all together in the same place.

Día de la Inmaculada Concepción
Location: Plaza del Triunfo
Dates: 7 (8) December
Celebrating the Immaculate Conception on December 8th, this is an official holiday in Spain, shared typically over a long weekend with Constitution Day (December 6th). In Sevilla it is best known for the night before on the 7th when los tunos, university student musical groups or fraternities, dress up and head into the streets to play guitar and sing through the night. All end up in front of La Purisima, leaving flowers and taking turns serenading the statue representing the Virgin Mary. More information can be found in my holidays in Seville section.

Mercado de Artesania
Location: Plaza Nueva
Dates: 16 December - 5 January
This is perhaps the best place to find gifts for the holidays, with plenty of art, crafts, jewelry, clothing and more to choose from. All sold directly from the makers to you, plus a demonstration booth and even a bar at the far end of Plaza Nueva. More information can be found in my holidays in Seville section.

Flamenco New Year's Shows
Location: Sevilla
Dates: 31 December
Finding something to do on New Year's Eve when you are traveling can often be difficult. If you want a little Andalusian flavor there are several New Year's flamenco shows in the city. Anything from a short show with a drink to a complete evening with drinks, dinner, dancing and more. So you can choose to simply start your night with a flamenco show or spend the entire night with a New Year's show and more. Prices vary from around 40 Euros and can go as high as 200 Euros for dinner, drinks and everything included. More deatils and information.

Cabalgata de los Reyes
Location: Center, Nervión, Triana
Dates: 5 January
This exists in many forms on the 5th of January. Much like a Christmas parade back home, the Reyes Magos throw candies to the children as they pass through the streets in a procession. There are many to see, from the larger procession in the center to the cabalgadas organized in many of the neighborhoods such as Nervión and Triana. The streets will be terribly sticky for a few days, so take off your shoes at the door when you get home!

NFL Playoffs
Location: Watch in Tex-Mex Bar (calle Placentines)
Dates: begins 7 January
web: texmexsportsbar.com
You can catch every game, either live or tape delayed in the Texas Lone Star Saloon, located a block from the Cathedral on calle Placentines. With 13 large flat screen televisions and plenty of American ambience, this is one of the best places in the city to watch the NFL playoffs. It is recommended to arrive early to get a good seat. If you happen to have Digital Plus (Spanish satelite) you can catch the games on Sportmania, Canal Plus Deportes and Canal Plus.

Feria del Libro Antiguo
Location: Plaza Nueva
Dates: 19 November - 8 December
A gathering of local book merchants selling old and rare books, plus some normal more recent books. There are some interesting titles from the Ayuntamiento, including several published titles about history, art and architecture of Sevilla. Comics, old newspapers as well as a few antique and replica posters and photographs. More information on the holidays can be found in this month's feature.

Feria del Belén
Location: Next to Archivo de Indias
Dates: 11 November - 23 December
A tradition throughout Spain and certainly in Sevilla is that of the belén, or nativity scene. Now is the time where people purchase the figures and scenery either for a new or to add to existing belenes. Christmas ornaments, cards and other decorations are available as well. This year the market has moved: between the Cathedral and the Archivo de Indias. More information on the holidays can be found in this month's feature.

Holiday Lights
Location: Seville City Center
Dates: 3 December - 6 January
In early November they were already up in many streets, but they don't flip the switch on the Christmas lights until the holiday weekend beginning on 3 December. From this time through New Year's they keep the center cheerful until officially being turned off around 6 January. The lights bring crowds to the center to shop and make for some great photos if you have a good tripod!

Muestra de Dulces de los Conventos
Location: Reales Alcázares (Palacio Gótico)
Dates: 4 - 6 December
Once a year (conveniently timed before the holidays) 16 convents from Seville city and the rest of the province gather in the Reales Alcázares to exhibit, and of course sell, their traditional sweets. Each year there is a new twist to their offerings and each year there are long lines as sevillanos stock up before the Christmas holidays. While you can get many of these treats during the year, it's only once a year they are all together in the same place.

Feria del Libro Antiguo
Location: Plaza Nueva
Dates: 20 November - 8 December
A gathering of local book merchants selling old and rare books, plus some normal more recent books. There are some interesting titles from the Ayuntamiento, including several published titles about history, art and architecture of Sevilla. Comics, old newspapers as well as a few antique and replica posters and photographs. More information on the holidays can be found in next month's feature.

Feria del Belén
Location: Next to Archivo de Indias
Dates: 14 November - 23 December
A tradition throughout Spain and certainly in Sevilla is that of the belén, or nativity scene. Now is the time where people purchase the figures and scenery either for a new or to add to existing belenes. Christmas ornaments, cards and other decorations are available as well. This year the market has moved: between the Cathedral and the Archivo de Indias. More information on the holidays can be found in this month's feature.

Holiday Lights
Location: Seville City Center
Dates: 4 December - 6 January
In early November they were already up in many streets, but they don't flip the switch on the Christmas lights until the holiday weekend beginning on 4 December. From this time through New Year's they keep the center cheerful until officially being turned off around 6 January. The lights bring crowds to the center to shop and make for some great photos if you have a good tripod!

Muestra de Dulces de los Conventos
Location: Reales Alcázares (Palacio Gótico)
Dates: 5 - 7 December
Once a year (conveniently timed before the holidays) 16 convents from Seville city and the rest of the province gather in the Reales Alcázares to exhibit, and of course sell, their traditional sweets. Each year there is a new twist to their offerings and each year there are long lines as sevillanos stock up before the Christmas holidays. While you can get many of these treats during the year, it's only once a year they are all together in the same place.

Feria del Belén

Location: Plaza San Francisco
Dates: 24 November - 23 December
A tradition throughout Spain and certainly in Sevilla is that of the belén, or nativity scene. Now is the time where people purchase the figures and scenery either for a new or to add to existing belénes. Christmas ornaments, cards and other decorations are available as well. This year the market is back in Plaza San Francisco, where it belongs! More information on the holidays can be found in this month's feature.

Feria del Libro Antiguo
Location: Plaza Nueva
Dates: 20 November - 10 December
A gathering of local book merchants selling old and rare books, plus some normal more recent books. There are some interesting titles from the Ayuntamiento, including several published titles about history, art and architecture of Sevilla. Comics, old newspapers as well as a few antique and replica posters and photographs. More information on the holidays can be found in this month's feature.

Muestra
Location: Reales Alcázares (Palacio Gótico)
Dates: 6 - 8 December
Once a year (conveniently timed before the holidays) 16 convents from Seville city and the rest of the province gather in the Reales Alcázares to exhibit, and of course sell, their traditional sweets. Each year there is a new twist to their offerings and each year there are long lines as sevillanos stock up before the Chistmas holidays. While you can get many of these treats durng the year, it's only once a year they are all together in the same place.

Día de la Inmaculada Concepción
Location: Plaza del Triunfo
Dates: 7 (8) December
Celebrating the Immaculate Conception on December 8th, this is an official holiday in Spain, well, it's shared with Constitution Day. In Sevilla it is best known for the night before on the 7th when los tunos, university student musical groups or fraternities, dress up and head into the streets to play guitar and sing through the night. All end up in front of La Purisima, leaving flowers and taking turns serenading the statue representing the Virgin Mary. More information can be found in this month's feature: the holidays in Seville.

Mercado de Artesania
Location: Plaza Nueva
Dates: 14 December - 5 January
This is perhaps the best place to find gifts for the holidays, with plenty of art, crafts, jewelry, clothing and more to choose from. All sold directly from the makers to you, plus a demonstration booth and even a bar at the far end of Plaza Nueva. More information on the holidays can be found in this month's feature.

Cabalgata de los Reyes
Location: Center, Nervión, Triana
Dates: 5 January
This exists in many forms on the 5th of December. Much like a Christmas parade back home, the Reyes Magos throw candies to the children as they pass through the streets in a procession. There are many to see, from the larger procession in the center to the cabalgadas organized in many of the neighborhoods such as Nervión and Triana. The streets will be terribly sticky for a few days, so take off your shoes at the door when you get home!