Christmas Eve unfolds as a cherished family moment, a night when the table becomes the center of warmth and connection, and the holiday mood stretches from living rooms to television screens. Across networks, the evening is packed with celebrations, performances, and nostalgia as viewers tune in to special holiday programming. Below is a detailed look at what each channel offers for this festive night.
As usual, audiences can expect a nationwide broadcast of the Christmas message. The event is scheduled to begin at 21:00 and runs for about 15 minutes, serving as a unifying moment before the rest of the night’s spectacles unfold.
This year, La 1 returns with a grand tribute to film classics via Telepasión, while weaving in lively action and humor. RTVE personalities will share the stage across Madrid, Toledo, Benidorm, Seville, and Barcelona, delivering a mix of singing and dancing. The show kicks off around 21:15 and is hosted by Rodrigo Vázquez, Patricia Conde, and Aitor Albizua, guiding viewers through a lineup that blends homage with contemporary energy.
At 22:15, Pablo López takes the spotlight to celebrate a decade of musical milestones in a gala format. He will perform hits alongside a roster of renowned artists including Antonio Orozco, Luis Fonsi, Sebastián Yatra, and Ana Belén, creating a collaborative showcase that looks back on a successful career while sharing the stage with current stars.
Camela then leads the evening at 23:15, marking the duo’s 30th anniversary with a special that features guest appearances from Pastora Soler, Abraham Mateo, Alaska, Beret, and others. The celebration highlights the duo’s enduring appeal and the broader tapestry of Spanish pop through the decades.
Concluding the musical arc, Santiago Segura revisits a beloved Spanish-language theme by curating a retrospective on the best songs sung in Spanish from the 20th century, offering a reflective moment that nods to decades of Spanish music history.
Meanwhile, La 2 locks in a six-hour marathon of laughter titled How We Laugh, beginning at 21:15. Earlier in the evening, viewers can enjoy a Christmas Concert at the Royal Palace at 20:00, delivering a regal touch to the festive slate.
Best of Every Home spotlights Antena’s stars with a 21:15 review that captures this year’s programming highlights, giving audiences a compact capsule of what the network has offered and what to remember as the season unfolds.
Tu Cara Me Suena returns to the airwaves with concerts and memories. Beginning at 23:15, the broadcast invites viewers to relive select moments from all seasons, while also serving as a warm lead-in to the upcoming eleventh edition, which is slated for the network between March and April.
Cuatro offers the classic film Pretty Woman, shifting focus from the usual schedule to emphasize cinema. Julia Roberts and Richard Gere anchor the night as the movie airs to captivate families starting at 21:30, inviting audiences to reconnect with a beloved story on television.
Telecinco brings another music-forward gala at 21:15, hosted by Christian Gálvez and Verónica Dulanto. The lineup features performances by Blanca Paloma, Ana Guerra, Ana Mena, Blas Cantó, Omar Montes, Edurne, Gloria Trevi, Andy y Lucas, and Antonio José, delivering a lively celebration of voices across genres.
Like Cuatro, laSexta leans into cinema for Christmas Eve. The Atresmedia network presents the action-packed film US Marshals, starring Tommy Lee Jones as a federal agent pursuing a fugitive played by Wesley Snipes. The high-energy thriller provides a stark counterpoint to the musical and variety shows that fill the rest of the night, keeping audiences on the edge of their seats.
Across Spain, the broadcast strategy on Christmas Eve blends nostalgia with fresh performances, aiming to keep families glued to the screen while they share the experience in real time. The night balances quick, high-energy moments with longer, reflective pieces, offering something for every mood and every generation as households count down to Christmas morning.