how is christmas celebrated in spain

Christmas in Spain is celebrated with many of the same traditions as in other countries, but with some unique twists. The holiday season officially begins on December 6th, when families gather to celebrate the Feast of the Immaculate Conception, a national holiday. On the night before Christmas Eve, families gather to enjoy a meal together and exchange gifts, just like in the United States. On Christmas morning, children wake up to find that presents have been left under the Christmas tree by the Three Kings, a tradition that dates back to the Middle Ages.