The CV MARQ Foundation organizes a vibrant slate of New Year celebrations that blend cultural discovery with family-friendly activities. The city of Alicante witnesses a festive mood as the museum lights up its garden and welcomes visitors for a collaborative moment led by the foundation’s leadership. The vice presidents, including the Vice President of Culture, take the lead in lighting the Christmas tree and unveiling the museum’s nativity display, marking the start of a season packed with interactive experiences for residents and travelers alike.
The holiday programming unfolds across two primary environments: the museum itself and a wider fair setting associated with Ifa, expanding the reach of MARQ’s educational mission. From December 27 through 30 and again on January 3, a range of workshops and games engages children, inviting them to solve mysteries within a “mystery box” format and enjoy hands-on decorations such as ribbon-adorned stained glass motifs and festive figures like the Christmas angel. A dedicated workshop space operates with a fixed capacity to ensure a comfortable experience for participants, limiting attendance to 25 children at a time. The activities target ages six through twelve, offering age-appropriate challenges and collaborative play. Registration is requested at the museum’s ticket office, with check-in occurring thirty minutes before each session to guarantee a smooth start.
During this period, a special MARQ showcase also runs as part of Exponadal, the Children and Youth Entertainment Fair. The event spans December 26 to 30 and January 2 to 4, featuring interactive games, performances, and workshops that highlight MARQ’s educational offerings across its sites. Those seeking a complete calendar of events can consult the official MARQ program through the organization’s published schedule, which is available through the museum’s administrative communications. [Source: MARQ Foundation]
The program was presented with a strong show of cross-departmental support. The Vice President of Innovation and Digital Agenda, along with MARQ’s director and the CV MARQ Foundation leadership, reinforced the museum’s role as a premier cultural institution in Alicante. The emphasis was on MARQ as both a world-class cultural center and a communal meeting place where families come together to participate in a broad range of structured activities. The initiative actively invites the local community to participate each year and highlights how these activities contribute to lifelong learning and shared cultural experiences for children and their guardians. The overarching goal is to bring families to one of Alicante’s cultural anchors, reinforcing the idea that museums can be central, welcoming spaces for learning, creativity, and social connection. [Source: MARQ Foundation]