Polinyà Living Nativity 2026
The Polinyà Living Nativity 2026 reaches its 34th edition as one of the Vallès Occidental’s pre-Christmas highlights. The dedication of local residents and the privileged setting around the Romanesque church turn the visit into a journey through time. Here is everything you need to know about this single-day performance.
The experience: Romanesque church and 90 extras
Polinyà's nativity scene has a history of resilience: it began in 1972 and, after a break of two decades, the neighbors and the Polinyà Group Association revived it with renewed energy in 2006. The entire event comes to life in a soaring and magical place: the Square and the gardens of the Parish of Sant Salvador, of Romanesque origin.
The route is a pleasant walk that combines static tableaux with moving scenes, where close to 90 voluntary extras they give life to the town. During the journey of about three quarters of an hour, visitors are invited to small traditional tastings prepared by the organization.
Times and single performance date
- Single date: To enjoy this nativity scene you need to book the weekend before Christmas. It is scheduled for a single day: the Sunday, December 13, 2026.
- Time slots: Two large afternoon-evening passes are established so that the public is can distribute comfortably. The beginnings are marked at 17:30 h and at 18:45 h.
Tickets, prices and parking tips
Funding for this event is based on a entry at popular price (usually around €4-5) to help support the association's production costs.
- Free: The event offers completely free access for subscribers of the magazine Cavall Fort.
- Where to park: As the action is concentrated around the Passeig and Plaça de l’Església, the area is usually restricted to traffic. Parking in the nearby parking is strongly recommended of Civic Center de Polinyà or Avinguda de Lluís Companys, and walk the final section
Food: hot broth tasting and meal in the village
Don't suffer from the low temperatures: as is tradition in this type of event, the route concludes with a comforting taste of hot soup for all attendees.
Since the last pass ends at the perfect time to sit down at the table, we highlight three very good ones restaurant options a few streets from the church, ideal for rounding off the afternoon in Polinyà:
- Polinyam Restaurant (Carrer de Sant Pere): A fantastic and central choice to enjoy of elaborate dishes and good portions in a modern environment.
- Casa Femia MJ (Carrer Major / Av. de Lluís Companys): Perfect for looking for a kitchen homemade, authentic and family-friendly without having to move the car a lot.
- Can Coll (Near Carrer d'Onze de Setembre): A classic of the area, ideal if you are looking for one large and consolidated restaurant for groups and families.
Latest editorial revision: April 23, 2026.
Information status: The data corresponding to the 33rd edition, the location in the gardens de Sant Salvador and the passes for this single day have been verified by the press release of the Association El Polinyà group. How we work.