The Song of the Sibyl at the Cathedral of Valencia

Categories: parties and traditions, Christmas.

Concert

TOURISTIC AREA: Historical center

The Song of the Sibyl returns on December 16 at 7:30 p.m. in Valencia Cathedral.

The Song of the Sibyl, as a prelude to Christmas, is performed every year in Valencia Cathedral. It is a paraliturgical drama that, until the 16th century, was staged on Christmas Eve in various cathedrals across the Iberian Peninsula. It is one of the most significant known representations of the birth of Christ, introduced by James I of Aragon after the conquest of Valencia.

Details

Event dates
From:
16-12-2025
To:
16-12-2025
Schedule info
07.30 pm
Price
Free

The performance, which will take place on December 16 at 7:30 p.m., brings together the group Capella de Ministrers, who play replicas of the instruments held by the angels in the frescoes of the High Altar; several choirs, and students from the Higher School of Dramatic Art. The concert will be preceded by the traditional Toc a Matines by the Guild of Bell Ringers of Valencia, at 7:00 p.m.

Make sure you arrive early as it gets very busy, but it will be worth it!