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Vigo Sets Nov. 15 Switch-On for 12 Million Christmas Lights

The city previews expanded attractions to disperse visitors across more areas.

Overview

  • The official ceremony will take place at Porta do Sol beneath the giant tree, as announced by Mayor Abel Caballero.
  • The exact switch-on time has not been released, with organizers noting that weather could influence the event schedule.
  • Installation work is underway with partial closures on García Barbón and Policarpo Sanz to mount large decorations.
  • A new Vialia on Ice complex is being installed at the Vialia center, featuring up to 75 market stalls and two ice-skating rinks for adults and children.
  • The traditional Cíes Market returns and a Bouzas market is planned, while the municipal plan envisions the lights staying on into mid-January and hotels report strong demand for the launch weekend.