The mind and flamenco art of Jerez de la Frontera It becomes special as Christmas approaches and presents itself with celebrations that come from family and neighborhood gatherings around a bonfire and where flamenco songs are sung, … couplets and popular songs accompanied by typical instruments such as the guitar, pitcher, tambourine either zamboman instrument that gives its name to the festival: zambomba flamenco.
The atmosphere in these zambombas is very popular and everyone who is part of it they sing, play and dance with a spontaneity and an innate art that surprises those who contemplate it.
They take place in squares, streets, tabancos – bars typical of the region – but also in closed places. Whoever contemplates it can also touch the palms and participate by singing the songs that are performed as well as the “start” of the dance invited by one of the members.
The zambombas of Jerez enjoy more and more fame, so much so that they have been declared Property of Cultural Interest (BIC) and they became a very important tourist attraction during the month before Christmas, that is, from November 20 to December 24 at around noon.
There are a few that you cannot miss in this city of Cádiz and arrive early to be able to see them up close. It’s best to have those that require entry in advance.
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Image of one of the shows in this space
The angel’s lair
On Porvenir Street is this temple of flamenco where we experience this party as in the past: around the compás, the zambomba, singing, applause, dancing and guitar, accompanied by choirs, bulerías songs, the warmth of the public and shared wine. All in one intimate and family atmosphere in the heart of Jerez, with tables, bar and kitchen service. Tickets can be purchased online.
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Poster for the Zambomba 2025 of the Athénée Andalou
Cruz Vieja Tobacco
Tabancos were ancient establishments where wine was sold in bulk and today have become meeting places where you can taste typical specialties such as must, nougats and Polvorones. To the east of Berja Street is Zambombas with the Andalusian Cultural Athenaeum, a classic of the area. This year it is titled “As it was” and it is celebrated on December 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 23 and 24, most days in the afternoon except the 23 and 24 which are at noon.
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Image of the Zambomba of the Candelaria brotherhood of Jerez
Brotherhood of Candelaria
The Zambomba of the Candelaria brotherhood is celebrated in the patio of the parish of Santa Ana and is one of the most popular since its atmosphere is traditional and familiar. There are no famous flamenco artists but there are good voices and a way of natural art waste it leaves no one indifferent.
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Zambomba of the Viga brotherhood in the Cathedral redoubt
Brotherhood of the Ray
The place of the Zambomba of the Brotherhood of the Ray It is unrivaled since it has Cathedral background. It is celebrated from midday and brings together several choirs and flamenco groups who offer their uniqueness. Many people gather here visitors and residents of Jerez. It is celebrated on December 12 and 13, 2025.
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Zambomba in Tabanco at the Fair
Tobacco at the Fair
The Zambomba of Tobacco at the Fair in Jerez by 2025 is celebrated throughout December – from 8 to 24– with exceptional performance in its location on Calle Armas (Plaza del Arenal) in 2:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m.Saturdays and Sundays. The rest of the days, at 10:00 p.m. Offers a flamenco atmosphere Christmas with Christmas carols and music, being the focal point of the celebration, with more events in other tabancos such as San Pablo and La Cruz Vieja.
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