A festive night scene at Christmas market with lights and decorations.
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What’s On in Adeje: Events You Can’t Miss in the Next Two Weeks

ByAna Maria Hours

If you’re in Adeje in December and wondering “Is anything actually happening right now?” — the answer is a warm, confident yes.

Christmas in Adeje isn’t about one single big event. It’s about many small, well-curated moments: markets, concerts, family activities, cultural performances, and festive gatherings that gently fill your calendar without overwhelming it.

This guide focuses on what’s happening right now and over the next two weeks in Adeje, so you can plan your evenings, weekends, and spontaneous strolls like a local — not like someone frantically Googling “things to do near me”.

Let’s dive in.

1. Adeje Christmas Market: The Heart of the Festive Season

If there’s one place where Christmas truly feels like Christmas in Adeje, it’s the local Christmas market.

Held in central areas of Adeje, this market brings together:

  • Local artisans
  • Handmade crafts
  • Festive food stalls
  • Christmas lights and music
  • Activities for children

This is not a tourist trap. It’s a community-focused event, designed for families, neighbours, and visitors who want a relaxed, friendly atmosphere.

Why it’s worth visiting:

  • You’ll find local products, not mass-produced souvenirs
  • The vibe is social, not rushed
  • It’s perfect for an early evening walk

📍 Best time to go: early evening, just as the lights come on
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Great for: families, couples, slow travelers

2. Blue Market Adeje: Christmas Edition

The Blue Market Costa Adeje is already a local favourite — and its December editions are especially festive.

This market focuses on:

  • Creative entrepreneurs
  • Designers
  • Illustrators
  • Handmade fashion and decor
  • Sustainable brands

In December, the Blue Market leans into the Christmas mood with:

  • Seasonal designs
  • Festive music
  • A relaxed, stylish crowd

It’s the kind of place where you:

  • Come for “just a look”
  • Stay for an hour
  • Leave with a gift you didn’t plan to buy (but love)

🛍️ Perfect for: unique Christmas gifts
☕ Bonus: food trucks and drinks nearby

3. Christmas Concerts & Live Music in Adeje

December in Adeje means live music, often free, and often outdoors.

Over the next two weeks, expect:

  • Christmas choir performances
  • Small concerts in public squares
  • Seasonal music events organised by the municipality

These concerts usually take place at:

  • Plaza de España
  • Auditorio de Adeje
  • Local cultural centres

They’re informal, welcoming, and very family-friendly.

🎼 Insider tip: Don’t expect strict start times. Do expect good vibes.

4. Cultural Performances at Auditorio de Adeje

The Auditorio de Adeje plays a key role in the Christmas cultural programme.

During December, it typically hosts:

  • Theatre performances
  • Dance shows
  • Family-friendly productions
  • Seasonal cultural events

These shows are:

  • Affordable or free
  • Well organised
  • Designed for locals and visitors alike

🎟️ This is also one of the best places to gift tickets for a cultural experience in Adeje.

5. Family & Children’s Christmas Activities

Adeje takes Christmas for children very seriously — in the best way.

Over the next two weeks, you’ll find:

  • Workshops and creative activities
  • Children’s shows
  • Christmas-themed games
  • Storytelling sessions

Many of these take place in:

  • Cultural centres
  • Town squares
  • Community spaces

These activities are usually:

  • Free
  • Supervised
  • Designed for different age groups

If you’re travelling with kids — or live here — this part of the Christmas programme is gold.

6. Nativity Scenes (Belenes) Around Adeje

What are belenes?
In Spain and the Canary Islands, belenes are traditional nativity scenes displayed during the Christmas season. They depict the birth of Jesus, often expanded into detailed miniature landscapes with villages, shepherds, animals, and local elements. In places like Adeje, belenes can be found in churches, public buildings, and cultural centres, and they are considered an important part of Christmas heritage. Some are simple and symbolic, while others are impressively elaborate and worth a dedicated visit.

You’ll notice nativity scenes popping up across Adeje in December.

These belenes can be found:

  • In public buildings
  • In churches
  • In cultural centres

Some are small and traditional. Others are surprisingly elaborate, with landscapes, villages, and local references.

Even if you’re not religious, they’re part of the cultural fabric of Christmas here — and worth a quiet visit.

7. Festive Dining & Christmas Menus

While Adeje doesn’t revolve around formal Christmas dinners in restaurants, many local places offer:

  • Special seasonal menus
  • Christmas Eve or Christmas Day options
  • Festive touches to regular menus

Expect:

  • Fresh seafood
  • Local meats
  • Canarian potatoes
  • Seasonal desserts

📍 Tip: Reservations are a good idea, especially closer to Christmas Eve.

8. Evening Walks, Lights & Festive Streets

One of the simplest — and best — Christmas activities in Adeje costs exactly zero euros.

Just walk.

During December:

  • Streets are decorated
  • Squares are lit up
  • The atmosphere is calm and social

Locals stroll, kids play, couples chat, and Christmas happens quietly in the background.

Sometimes, the best plan is no plan at all.

9. Christmas Shopping with a Local Twist

Beyond markets, December is a great time to explore:

  • Local shops
  • Artisan stores
  • Small boutiques

Instead of rushing through shopping centres, take your time discovering locally made gifts that actually mean something.

10. Looking Ahead: Preparing for Three Kings’ Day

While technically just outside the next two weeks, Three Kings’ Day (January 6th) shapes everything happening now.

You’ll notice:

  • Decorations referencing the Three Kings
  • Children talking excitedly
  • Events building toward the big parade

If you’re staying longer, this is the celebration to keep on your radar.

How to Enjoy These Events Like a Local

✔ Don’t rush
✔ Go out in the evening
✔ Talk to people
✔ Eat slowly
✔ Accept that schedules are flexible

Christmas in Adeje is meant to be experienced, not ticked off a list.

Final Thoughts

The next two weeks in Adeje are filled with:

  • Small joys
  • Community events
  • Festive moments
  • Warm evenings and warm people

You don’t need a packed itinerary — just curiosity and comfortable shoes.

Looking for something more specific?
If you’d like personalised recommendations — from restaurants and experiences to ideas for special occasions in Adeje — feel free to get in touch.

📩 hello@adeje.com

Let us know what you’re looking for, when you’ll be here, and what kind of experience you have in mind.

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