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17 Jolly Christmas Events Happening Around Lebanon This Month
’Tis the season! Here’s our roundup of Christmas events, check them out – in no particular order:
1. Christmas In Action
When: December 14 – December 18, 2016.
Where: Trainstation, Mar Mikhael.
What: Fashion, art, and lots of food! The goal of Christmas In Action is to raise money for the Children’s Cancer Center Lebanon (CCCL) by showcasing local fashion and art shops as well as around 25 street food restaurants and cocktail vendors.
For more information, click here.
2. Christmas Village at Beirut Souks
When: December 17 – December 23, 2016.
Where: Beirut Souks, Downtown Beirut.
What: More than 100 stands selling Christmas decorations, home and fashion accessories, sweets and chocolate, and live food stations in addition to the Souk El Tayeb and its seasonal products.
For more information, click here.
3. Badaro Magical Christmas
When: December 10 – December 11, 2016.
Where: Badaro, Beirut.
What: – Santa’s Village full of surprises, (don’t forget to take your free Photo with Santa)
– Ice Skating Arena, Igloo, and the North Pole atmosphere
– Parades
– Live music, dance and entertainment
– Kids shows, live painting and games
– Kids and Adults Competitions and Valuable awards
– Amazing stands selling unique gifts and tasty Christmas cookies.
For more information, click here.
4. Christmas Exhibition X Comic Mini-Con
When: December 13 – December 20, 2016.
Where: Geek Express, Downtown Beirut.
What:A convention to create awareness for comics and related popular art forms, celebrating the historic and ongoing contribution of comics to art and culture. The Comic Mini-Con is your destination to enjoy urban art, bleed art, comics, figurines, and a selection of both local and international talent.
For more information, click here.
5. Lebanon’s Christmas Market
When: December 7 – December 11, 2016.
Where: “Naccache 66”, Naccache/Rabieh road.
What: Food, food, and food! Souk el Akel goes to Antelias with over 80 wooden huts set up, 50 food vendors, live music, decorations, and kids areas!
For more information, click here.
6. Colonel Christmas Market
When: December 10 – December 23, 2016 (except for Sundays).
Where: Colonel Brewery, Batroun.
What:Expect a real Christmas market to explore, complete with over 20 traditional stalls selling all manner of goodies. Of course, there’ll be food, with sweets, chocolate, honey, gingerbread and more to wrap up and place under the tree. You can also indulge in tasty treats, like crepes and hotdogs as you wander round, holding a fresh crafted beer. But it’s not all edible. There’ll be loads of present-worthy pieces for you to pick up: candles, knitwear, ornaments and decorations, hand crafted items and unique gifts to finish your Christmas shopping list peacefully. Had enough? There’s also LIVE MUSIC!
For more information, click here.
7. The Artwork Shop Christmas Bazaar 2016
When: December 1 – December 14, 2016 (except for Sundays).
Where: The Artwork Shop, Hamra.
What:A market filled with art, knick knacks, handmade goods, and plenty of gift ideas!
For more information, click here.
8. Christmas Market at The Village
When: December 9 – December 11, 2016 (except for Sundays).
Where: The Village, Dbayeh.
What: A great opportunity for you to finish up your Christmas shopping! They’re bringing together some of the best Lebanese designers in an exciting Christmas Market where they showcase their latest unique creations. They’ve got loads of surprises in store, from amazing giveaways to fun entertainment and much more, so make sure to stay tuned and join in!
For more information, click here.
9. The Arsis Handbells Ensemble
When: December 4, 2016.
Where: Emile Bustani Auditorium, Beit Mery.
What: A delightful bell concert; the ensemble, (8 musicians from Estonia) travel with a ton of bells in their luggage. A great program for both adults and children, featuring Bach, Grieg, Schubert, Bizet and Christmas tunes.
For more information, click here.
10. Christmas Market at The Backyard Hazmieh
When: December 3 – December 5, 2016
Where: The Backyard, Hazmieh.
What: Mulled wine, accessories, candles, ornaments, gifts, and music!
For more information, click here.
11. Smashing Christmas Sale
When: December 8 – December 11, 2016
Where: Smoking Bun, Mar Mikhael.
What: Join Smoking Bun for some early holiday shopping and cheer at Smashing Christmas, a crazy sale for over 14 local designers.
For more information, click here.
12. Christmas Market at City Mall
When: December 16 – December 23, 2016
Where: City Mall, Dora.
What: Talented artists will be showcasing their new designs from gift crafts, to glassware, jewelry, homeware, pottery, ceramics, soaps and candles. Also, there will be live music and mouthwatering desserts!
For more information, click here.
13. Felt Christmas Decoration
When: December 3, 2016
Where: Joon On The Moon, Achrafieh.
What: Make your own felt Christmas decorations with Joon. You can make Christmas wreaths, hanging ornaments, little Christmas trees, etc.
For more information, click here.
14. The 11th Annual Benefit Christmas Concert
When: December 19, 2016
Where: American University of Beirut (AUB), Beirut.
What: A choir concert for charity! Enjoy the Christmas music for a good cause!
For more information, click here.
15. Christmas with Beirut Vocal Point
When: December 11, 2016
Where: American University of Beirut (AUB), Beirut.
What: This show will surely put you in the Christmas spirit. An amazing mash up of live Christmas music.
For more information, click here.
16. Christmas For A Cause
When: December 6, 2016
Where: Mar Mikhael, Beirut.
What: In the spirit of the festive season, this community initiate pledges to donate part of the day’s proceeds to the selected NGO’s like Himaya and Oum el Nour. There will be food, drinks, and fun activities!
For more information, click here.
17. Beirut Chants Festival 2016
When: December 1 – 23, 2016
Where: Saint George Cathedral, Downtown Beirut.
What: The Beirut Chants festival is bringing back a novel set of holiday performances with nights that celebrate Christmas and the holiday season. Through the years, it has become a tradition that allows a large audience to enjoy music and the Christmas atmosphere in Beirut.
For more information, click here.
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