Event Dates
From: Friday, November 28, 2025
To: Tuesday, January 6, 2026
Christmas New Year
& Three Kings Sitges 2025 | 26
While most people think of Sitges as a Summer destination, the village has become a popular Winter escape.
Christmas, New Year & Three Kings Festival in Sitges 2025 | 26
While most people think of Sitges as a Summer destination, the village has become a popular Winter escape over the past few years, especially with nearby French visitors and other European tourists.
- Stay right on the Sitges seafront and celebrate the new year with a Sitges sunrise at the Hotel Calipolis featuring spacious rooms, epic views and perfect location.
Sitges in December
- Next Edition: Friday 28th November 2025 – Tuesday 6th January, 2026
- Many people ask if “Sitges is open” during the Winter season. The answer is yes, especially during the holiday season from mid-December until early January.
- Sitges, like most of Spain, celebrates Christmas twice; once on Christmas Day and then during the Epiphany on January 6th.
- Temperatures are mild, compared to Northern Europe, with daytime highs of 15 degrees and lots of Sunshine.
- Head to the beach with a bottle of Cava to kick start your Christmas celebrations. Enjoy a walk along the promenade or take lunch al fresco.
- Catch some spectacular December sunsets before hitting the bars later on. The majority of Sitges gay bars are open throughout the Christmas season.
- Celebrate NYE in style at Casa Vilella, one of the most luxurious boutique hotels in Sitges featuring spacious suites with high end amenities and seafront location.
Christmas Lights
- Awaiting dates – Over the years, Sitges has had several different styles of Christmas Trees, always non-traditional, in the Village Square, “Cap de La Vila”.
- The Christmas Tree is lit on the last weekend of November, the beginning of Advent.
- Elaborate lights adorn the façade of Sitges Town Hall each year, transforming the building with festive flair.
- Remember, Sitges is a small village, so don’t expect the spectacular light displays of larger cities. However, you can always escape to Barcelona and take in some of the most breathtaking light displays in Europe.
- Stay close to all the gay bars and the best restaurants at the Hotel Mim, with a beautiful skybar, modern gym and luxurious spa and indoor pool. Our readers top choice in Sitges.
Bars & Clubs
- Sitges gay bars are open during weekends in December.
- Most of the bars in the centre of the Village along Joan Tarrida open every day, including Parrots Pub, El Horno and Man Bar.
- Dance Clubs such as Boys Bar, Maison Rouge and Queenz are open at Weekends and daily from St.Stephens/Boxing Day until the Epiphany.
Sitges Winter Market
- Awaiting dates – Set to return for 2025 – The Sitges Winter Market features products with a distinctive Nordic style.
- Held at La Fragata at the foot of the Sant Bartomeu (Saint Bartholomew) Church, this market features a range of outdoor Christmas Chalets selling traditional, hand-made Nordic inspired goods, food trucks and lots of gluhwein.
Midnight Mass
- December 25th – Catholic mass is celebrated in Església Sant Joan (close to Balmins Beach) on Christmas Eve and features the Gregorian chant The Song of Sibyl.
New Years
- Historically, late night bars opened for New Year’s after midnight, and New Year’s Eve was traditionally celebrated with a dinner in one of Sitges many restaurants.
- Today, most of the larger bars open early on New Year’s Eve, celebrating the arrival of the new year with the TV countdown broadcast live from Madrid and the traditional 12 grapes.
- Every New Year’s Eve, millions of Spaniards eat twelve grapes of luck to attract fortune and prosperity.
- Queenz Bar, Vertigo, Man Bar/XXL and Parrots Pub host New Year’s eve parties. Festivities typically kick off in earnest at 10 pm.
- Don’t expect fireworks on NYE in Sitges. For that, visit in August during Fiesta Mayor.
- Stay in your own penthouse apartment in Sitges during Christmas. Check out the top 10 apartments and short term rentals in the village.
New Year Restaurants
- Many visitors still stick with the traditional dinner celebration.
- Dinners are pretty elaborate, and reservations should be made well in advance.
- A typical NYE dinner will range from EUR 60 to EUR 130 per person and may include several courses, wine and champagne.
Popular Restaurants during Christmas and New Year
- Le Patio – Poplar restaurant serving a mix of French and international cuisine. The outdoor terrace is covered by a Marquee to host NYE celebrations.
- L’Engle D’Adiranna – Located right on the heart of “Judgement Square”, the centre of Sitges gay life, Adrianna’s restaurant also covers its terrace to host a special NYE dinner.
- Timo’s Bistro – Gay-owned and operated, Timo’s is a small but stylish restaurant in the old town with a special Christmas and New Year menu. Well worth a visit.
- La Cocina – A modern and fresh fine dining menu awaits visitors at La Cocina, right in the centre of town, just a short walk from the gay bars.
- Komokieras – Located on Calle Espalter, Komokieras offers guests some of the finest steaks and fish dishes in the village with superb service, a large outdoor terrace and an excellent wine list.
- Maricel – On the seafront with views of the famous Church, Maricel is one of Sitges’ longest-running top-tier eateries. A little pricer than others on our list, but worth it.
- Bon Estar – A perfect lunch escape, Bon Estar offers an intimate dining experience with an exciting menu mixing local specialities with international flair.
- La Picara – Take a break from heavy meals and enjoy a delicious Rioja with some lite bites at La Picara, serving everything from Mini Burgers to tiger mussels.
A Villa Escape
- Spend New Year in the privacy of your own villa. Check out the top villas available in Sitges or contact us if you need to organise a special occasion or celebration.
- We can provide a range of services from luxury airport pick-ups, private chefs, tours and more for the perfect NYE experience.
Three Kings – Fiesta de Los Reyes
- January 5th, 2026 – As the rest of the world returns to work after Christmas, along comes the Three Kings Festival, Spain’s Second Christmas, celebrated on the eve of the Epiphany.
- Three Kings is celebrated throughout Spain in a carnival-like atmosphere, and the event is much more important than Christmas Day in other parts of the world.
- The parade is steeped in traditions, many of which are still upheld today. The Kings and their courtiers (many on horseback) make their way through the streets of Sitges from 5 pm.
- Thousands of sweets are thrown from the floats to eager children (and many adults) as costumed dancers, marching bands, and standard bearers celebrate one of the most important festivals in Spain.
- On January 6th, children awake to Christmas gifts from their favourite king, Balthazar, Gaspar and Melchior.
- Awaiting route for 2026, but begins a the Church, making its way through the beachfront paseo through to the centre of town.
Recommended Hotels in Sitges
Sitges is a compact village. All of the gay bars are located along a T Junction of Calle Bonaire, Calle Joan Tarrida and Plz Industria.
The Calipolis hotel, Casa Vilella, Hotel Mim, Hotel Medium Park
Recommended Hotels
Where to stay close to all the gay bars
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
Where we stay!
Hotel Mim is our choice when in Sitges,
close to the beach, bars & clubs
Official Website
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Christmas & new year Sitges Website
Gay Map of Sitges
Most of Sitges gay bars are located in the centre of the village just seconds from the beach, on C.Bonaire, Joan Tarrida and Plz Industria. Most hotels are within 5 minutes walk of the centre.
Carrera del Pecat 19, 08870 Sitges, Spain
This boutique hotel is located in the centre of Sitges. It offers stylish rooms with air conditioning and free Wi-Fi internet.
Alenti Sitges Hotel & Restaurant is surrounded by popular cafés, bars and shops. The beautiful Sitges beach is just a short walk away.
Avinguda De Sofia 12, 08870 Sitges, Barcelona, Spain
Just 120 m from Sitges Beach, Hotel MiM Sitges features a spa and a rooftop seasonal pool. Its stylish rooms have contemporary décor and some offer sea views.
Each spacious room at Hotel MiM Sitges has air conditioning, a TV and minibar. The hotel provides beach towels for a refundable deposit.
Carrer Jesús 16, 08870 Sitges, Barcelona, Spain
Housed in a striking Modernist building, Hotel Medium Sitges Park features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool set in gardens. It is just 10 minutes’ walk from Sitges Beach.
Hotel Medium Sitges Park’s stylish rooms have attractive décor with white furnishings. All rooms feature air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi.
Passeig de la Ribera 35, 08870 Sitges, Spain
The Hotel is ideally located in central ’ and a few steps from the . It features free Wi-Fi and a roof-top , offering Mediterranean and included with the rate.
Each of the stylish rooms at the has air conditioning and a private bathroom, complete with a hydromassage shower. They also feature a 32-inch LCD TV, and tea/coffee making .
Passeig de la Ribera 52, 08870 Sitges, Spain
The Santa María is set in a building on the seafront promenade in Sitges. It offers free Wi-Fi.
The Santa María Hotel is a beautiful listed building, a short walk from the centre of Sitges. All rooms at the hotel have views of the city, the mountains or the sea. They have air conditioning, heating and a minibar.
Carrer d’Espanya 1, 08870 Sitges, Spain
Subur is situated on the seafront promenade of Sitges, metres from the and the old . It includes free Wi-Fi, a and air-conditioned rooms with satellite TV.
Many rooms at Subur have a balcony and spectacular views. All have a private bathroom and a safe can be rented for an extra cost.
Carrer de Joan Tarrida 16, 08870 Sitges, Spain
Parrots Sitges Hotel is set just 100 m from the beach, in the centre of the popular resort of Sitges. This hetero-friendly hotel offers a terrace and free Wi-Fi.
Each cosy room at Parrots Sitges Hotel has a private bathroom. Rooms are air conditioned and come with a satellite TV and a free safe.
Carrer d’Espalter 27, 08870 Sitges, Spain
This family-run hotel is situated 250 m from the beach, in the centre of Sitges. Hotel Montserrat's air-conditioned rooms include a TV and private bathroom, and some have a balcony.
Hotel Montserrat is within a 5-minute walk of Sitges Train Station, and very close to the town's shops and lively nightlife.
Carrer de Sant Josep 39, 08870 Sitges, Spain
El Cid is a 1-star establishment situated on the centre of Sitges, just 250 m from the beach offering en suite accommodation, breakfast buffet included and swimming pool with sun terrace.
Good simple accommodation perfect to use as a base during a fun break away in the cosmopolitan town of Sitges, boasting great restaurants, bars, shops, beaches
Plaça Cap de la Vila, 2, 08870 Sitges, Barcelona, Spain
The apartment offers a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher. A living room with a dinning area and a flat-screen TV. There is a private bathroom with a bath or shower. the perfect apartment you want to be in the center of everything. Free WiFi
Av. Sofia, 3, 08870 Sitges, Barcelona, Spain
Mediterráneo Sitges is located on the Sitges’s seafront. It has 3 swimming pools, sea views and free Wi-Fi. All the modern apartments have flat-screen TVs, an equipped kitchen, marble bathrooms and private terraces, most with sea views.
Passeig de la Ribera, 15, 08870 Sitges, Barcelona, Spain
The modern, air-conditioned apartments have a private balcony or terrace with sea views. The apartments have a lounge area with a flat-screen TV, and free Wi-Fi access is available. Each one has a kitchen with an oven, microwave and washing machine.
Passeig de la Ribera, 31, 08870 Sitges, Barcelona, Spain
Sitges Ribera provides air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and Sea views The apartment features 3 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a shower. Free WiFi.
C. Marquès de Montroig Sitges 08870 Spain
New music bar and outdoor terrace with sexy barmen, great air con, dance floor and outdoor terrace, Cocktails, drinks and House music.
The little brother of BoysBar Barcelona.
Calle Taco, 4, Sitges, Spain
One of the longest running gay bars in Sitges with famous drag acts and a cosy atmosphere.
New look, new shows, new acts.
Carrer de Joan Tarrida, 13, 08870 Sitges, Barcelona, Spain
Bears-oriented bar with large outdoor street terrace, located in the heart of Bear Alley
Carrer de Sant Bonaventura, 13, 08870 Sitges, Barcelona, Spain
- Cruising Bar with EUR 10 Entrance. Includes 1 drink.
- Glory Hole, dress code theme nights and friendly bar staff.
- Open Daily during Season from 11 pm to 3am & weekends on off season.
Carrer de Bonaire 13, Sitges,
Gay bar with drag shows at he weekend
Carrer de Joan Tarrida, 17, 08870 Sitges, Barcelona, Spain
Gay Bukkake Cruise Club with darkroom open late
Carrer del Bonaire 17, 08870 Sitges, Spain
The bar for Bears and friends this bar ia always full
Plaça de la Indústria, 5, 08870 Sitges, Barcelona, Spain
Gay Bar Cafe in the centre of Sitges. Huge selection of Gin and cocktails.
Carrer de Joan Tarrida 6, 08870 Sitges, Spain
One of the oldist gay bars in Sitges popular with every one
Carrer Nou, 7, 08870 Sitges, Barcelona, Spain
Bar 7 is one of the longest running bars in Sitges and attracts a wide range of international visitors and locals. The bar is busy early and is located in the old town of Sitges.
Carrer de Joan Tarrida 8, 08870 Sitges, Spain
Gay French bar with a gardend in the back of the bar very popular
Carrer de Joan Tarrida, 9, 08870 Sitges, Barcelona, Spain
Small gay terrace bar on the bears street
Placa Industira, 08870 Sitges, Spain
This is the gay bar that everyone starts there night off in
(one of the oldist gay bars in Sitges)
Carrer del Bonaire 24, 08870 Sitges, Spain
Gay dance bar with 2 bars and dance floor with DJs
Carrer del Bonaire 17, 08870 Sitges, Spain
One of the most popular show bars in Sitges
Carrer de Joan Tarrida 14, 08870 Sitges, Spain
popular Gay terrice bar
Carrer de Joan Tarrida 7, 08870 Sitges, Spain
Gay disco bar popular with macho men
Carrer de Sant Bonaventura 37, 08870 Sitges, Spain
Poular show tunes gay bar this is the bar for a good sing along
Recommended Hotels in Sitges By Booking
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We have chosen hotels in Sitges that keep you close to all the shops,restaurants & bars
Dolce by Wyndham
5 Star, Luxury
- 5 Star hotel with 4 heated pools.
- 7-minute drive to the gay bars.
- Rooms & Suites
- Perfect for a total escape and pampering, but still close to Sitges nightlife.
Hotel MiM Sitges
4 Star, Readers Choice
- 4 Star Hotel with rooftop pool.
- 1-minute walk to the gay bars.
- High end amenities in rooms.
- Most popular hotel in the centre of Sitges, with luxurious spa and two pools.
Platjador
3 Star, Great Value
- 3 Star Hotel with seafront location.
- Steps from the gay bars.
- Highly rated breakfasts.
- Always a popular choice with a beautiful rooftop bar offering beach views and pre-dinner cocktails.
Hotel Medium
3 Star, Location
- 3 Star Hotel in the centre of Sitges.
- 2-minute walk to the gay bars.
- Crisp, modern decor.
- Great location in the heart of Sitges with a large sun deck and epic outdoor pool.
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Recommended Villas in Sitges
Sitges is the perfect destination for a celebration, or for entertaining a large group of friends during key events including Carnival, Bears Week, Pride or one of the other many festivals taking place throughout the year.
Villa Med
Sleeps 21
- 400 sq/m featuring 6 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- Outdoor Pool
- 5 Mins drive from the gay bars, 600m from Balmins Gay Beach.
Miramar Sitges
Sleeps 8
- 300 sq/m featuring 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- Outdoor Pool
- 4 Mins drive from the gay bars, 2.5km to the gay beach.
Sea View
Sleeps 11
- 425 sq/m featuring 6 Bedrooms
- 5 Bathrooms
- Two private pools
- 5 Mins drive from the gay bars, 900m from Balmins Gay Beach
Casita Del Mar
Sleeps 14
- 480 sq/m featuring 6 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
- In the centre of Sitges.
- 1 Min walk to the gay bars and steps from the beaches.
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