Fonollosa 2026 (La Nit Viva) Living Nativity
The Fonollosa Living Nativity Scene (known as the night Alive) is a completely different Christmas proposal. Instead of recreating Judea, this one Bages show recreates life as a farmer and the trades of Catalonia from more than a century ago. Check them out times for the passes, the ticket system and how to get there to enjoy this trip to our origins rural
The Experience: La Nit Viva and centuries-old houses
Running since 2011, the Viva Night takes place at night through the cobbled streets of Fonollosa and it goes inside the courtyards and the centuries-old houses of the Raval del Sastre. More than 200 people from the surrounding towns (Camps, Aguilar de Segarra, Castelltallat...) participate in close to 40 scenes where the actors speak out loud to recover forgotten customs.
Times and performance dates
- Performance dates: The event is traditionally fair after Christmas, scheduled for days 26, 27 and 28 December 2026.
- Pass system: Two daily passes are organized to regulate the influx in the narrow streets of the town. The first is usually at 18:15 h and the second at 19:30 h.
*Please arrive early to be able to validate your entry and access the site calmly earlier before the start of your pass.
Tickets, prices and direct contact
Given the success of the event and the limited capacity per pass inside the centennial houses, online ticket purchase is strongly recommended. On key days, sessions hang on tickets sold out very quickly.
- General admission price: Approximately 10 €.
- Incidents and Contact: In periods where the organization's official website (nitviva.cat) may experience interruptions or be under maintenance due to high traffic, you can contact the organization directly to confirm availability on the phone 606 079 746 or write to info@nitviva.cat.
How to get there and parking
- How to get there: Fonollosa is located just 20 minutes from Manresa, with access easy by road (C-25 Eix Transversal). The starting point is usually located around the Carrer Sant Jordi, 3.
- Where to Park: The organization and the town council enable large fields at the entrance of the town center as exclusive parking areas for visitors to the Nit Viva. Follow through on everything moment the special signaling when arriving in the village.
Practical information: clothing, accessibility and rain
- Weather: Although some scenes are indoors, much of the route is outdoors in Bages in the middle of winter. Wear warm clothes. In the event of a thunderstorm or heavy rain, the organisation announces any cancellations or refunds through its channels.
- Pets: Since the route goes through the interior of private homes and patios, check the pet access policy before you go.
Gastronomy: The perfect party ending and where to eat
La Nit Viva has a first-class gastronomic finale that makes up for the winter cold. At the end of the route, in addition to the traditional hot soup tasting, the organization treats all visitors to toasted bread with sausage and quince allioli—a true celebration of local products!
If you're looking to sit at a table before or after your visit, keep in mind that there's a lot on offer locally reduced, outstanding Cal Calet (Carrer Santa Elena, 4) as an excellent restaurant and very well rated within the same nucleus. Due to the high demand these days, it is vital to book with advance notice; if you cannot find a place, we recommend looking for options in neighboring towns such as Sant Joan of Vilatorrada or the city of Manresa itself.
Latest editorial revision: April 12, 2026.
Information status: The logistics data, times and prices are indicative based on recent editions and subject to organization. How we work.