10 Must-Attend Festivals In December 2025

Strasbourg Christmas Market, FranceStrasbourg’s historic market glows with wooden chalets, mulled wine, and carols through December, offering a classic European Christmas experience in one of France’s oldest festive cities.Vienna Christmas Markets, AustriaVienna’s festive squares brim with lights, hot chocolate, handcrafted gifts and classical concerts, creating a magical winter atmosphere across the city’s grand imperial architecture.Prague Old Town Christmas Market, Czech RepublicPrague’s Old Town transforms into a winter wonderland of carols, gingerbread, and Gothic charm, attracting travellers seeking the quintessential European Christmas experience.Fête des Lumières, Lyon, FranceLyon’s Festival of Lights in early December paints the city with illuminated art installations, projections and live performances celebrating creativity and community spirit.Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Mexico CityOn 12 December, millions gather at the Basilica for processions, prayers, and celebrations honouring Mexico’s patron saint—a deeply spiritual and culturally vibrant festival.Las Posadas, MexicoFrom 16–24 December, Mexicans celebrate Mary and Joseph’s journey with nightly processions, songs, and piñatas—a cherished tradition blending faith, food, and community joy.Sinterklaas, NetherlandsCelebrated on 5 December, Sinterklaas brings parades, songs, and festive sweets across Dutch towns, marking one of Europe’s most beloved and family-centred holiday traditions.Alumbrados Navideños, Medellín, ColombiaMedellín lights up every December with elaborate riverside illuminations, parades and fireworks, turning the city into one of South America’s brightest festive spectacles.Junkanoo, BahamasOn Boxing Day and New Year’s Day, the Bahamas comes alive with Junkanoo—vibrant street parades, costumes, and drumming celebrating freedom, rhythm, and Caribbean joy.Hogmanay, Edinburgh, ScotlandEdinburgh’s Hogmanay is a grand New Year festival with torchlit parades, ceilidhs, live concerts, and fireworks, blending ancient Scottish tradition with modern festivity.72 Hours Of Festive Magic: Experience Yas Island And Saadiyat Island, Abu DhabiRead More