The traditional Mercado da Estrela will once again turn Santiago de Compostela into a meeting point for the celebration of Galician talent, crafts and local commerce. It will take place this weekend, from December 13 to 15.
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What to do in Santiago this December
This 2024 is about to come to an end. To celebrate it, we bring you a list of plans and other activities so you know what to do in Santiago de Compostela during the month of December.
The Apalpador, the Galician Santa Claus
When you think of Christmas, the first thing that usually comes to mind is the figure of Santa Claus or the Three Wise Men, fantastic characters that bring joy and illusion to the little ones. But many territories have their own icons, as is the case of the Apalpador.
Compostela hosts ‘Lebanon in 8 mm’, a Lebanese film exhibition
Santiago de Compostela is getting ready to receive a new appointment with international cinema. After the Cineuropa festival, comes ‘Lebanon in 8 mm’, a cycle of screenings that, from November 25 to 28, will offer a deep and committed look at the social reality and conflicts in southern Lebanon.
Cineuropa festival returns to Santiago de Compostela with more than 130 films
The 38th edition of the Cineuropa film festival returns to Santiago with a program of more than 130 films from around the world. It will take place from November 7 to 29 and will host various parallel activities aimed at young people.
Santiago will host the new Jaleo! music festival in 2025
Santiago de Compostela welcomes the Jaleo! music festival, an event that will take place on April 5, 2025. The event will be held at the Multiusos Fontes do Sar and promises...
Fillas de Cassandra will offer a free concert aimed at youth in Compostela
The duo Fillas de Cassandra will give a concert on November 7 at the Sala Capitol in Santiago de Compostela, in an event aimed especially at young people. Admission will be free, but will be limited to people between 18 and 30 years old, or minors between 16 and 18 as long as they are accompanied by an adult.
What to do this November in Compostela
The penultimate month of the year is approaching the Galician capital and comes with many activities to liven up the cultural scene in Santiago de Compostela. And, as always, we bring you another list so you know what to do this November in Compostela.
A pathway to decentralize tourism is born in Santiago
The City Council of Santiago de Compostela, through Turismo de Santiago, has presented a new nature trail to decentralize tourist flows and enhance the natural heritage of the city. With this new addition, there are now 10 routes created by the municipal corporation to explore the surroundings of the Galician capital on foot.
The ‘Noites Alternas’ kick off in Santiago
Compostela welcomes the ‘Noites Alternas’, a new edition of the alternative program promoted by the Concellería de Mocidade de Santiago in collaboration with the Asociación Cultural e Xuvenil Itaca.
This initiative, which will run until November 22, offers thirty activities aimed at young people between 16 and 35 years, with proposals for all tastes and interests.
What to do this October in Compostela
October arrives and with it so do the cold and bad weather characteristic of autumn.
But do not be discouraged, because Santiago is still standing with a great cultural offer with which to combat this season.
We tell you what to do this October in Compostela.
Curtocircuíto celebrates the female gaze and audiovisual innovation
The Curtocircuíto International Film Festival returns to the city with a new edition featuring innovative programming and a strong commitment to equality.
It will be held from October 1 to 6 and will screen more than 40 films from 16 different countries, 65% of which are directed by women.
The curtain rises in Santiago with the Agustín Magán Amateur Theater Festival
This September, Santiago de Compostela will host the XXIII Festival de Teatro Aficionado Agustín Magán, a consolidated event that promotes Galician culture and language.
It will take place from September 7 to 27 and will be completely free of charge.
What to do in Compostela in September
September is a month of beginnings that comes with a cultural offer to liven up the return of the vacations in the Galician capital.
We bring you a new list so you know what to do in Compostela in September.
The origin of the Cross of Santiago
The Camino de Santiago is one of the most emblematic pilgrimage routes in the world, full of symbols that connect pilgrims with Galician history, faith and culture.
One of the best known is the Cross of Santiago, a half-cross, half-sword insignia in a vibrant red color that has a story you should know.