Zambombas of Jerez de la Frontera: unique atmosphere at Christmas

The zambombas of Jerez will once again turn the city into one of the major Christmas epicenters of Spain. Fire, clapping, flamenco rhythm, carols and a unique atmosphere fill squares, clubs, courtyards and wineries. And, of course, the toast: at many tables, a glass of Brandy Fundador, a Jerez emblem, accompanies the singing and the conviviality.

More than just a party, the zambombas of Jerez is a way of experiencing Christmas in a local, authentic and close way, deeply linked to the wines and spirits of our land. If you have an explorer’s soul or are looking for unique moments, this guide invites you to discover the tradition and feel it to the fullest, always with Fundador in glass and in heart.

What are the zambombas of Jerez

The zambomba of Jerez is a festive gathering typical of Jerez Christmas where friends, neighbors and families gather around a fire to sing flamenco carols, accompanied by clapping, guitars, tambourines and, of course, the zambomba itself, the instrument that gives its name to the party.

Originally, these zambombas of Jerez were celebrated in neighbors’ courtyards and family homes, where everyone contributed something: sweets, wine, brandy, some stew and a lot of desire to sing. Over time, the tradition has spread to flamenco clubs, tabancos, associations and wineries, becoming a great cultural and tourist phenomenon.

The magic is in the spontaneity: there is no formal stage, just the warmth of the fire and shared music. The repertoire is pure Jerez: popular lyrics, catchy choruses and the flamenco spirit that identifies us.

Today, the street zambombas of Jerez are an essential part of the Christmas atmosphere: squares full of people singing, children running around, elders remembering old lyrics and tourists who let themselves be carried away by the rhythm.

When are the zambombas of Jerez in 2025

Although the exact dates change according to the year and the municipal program, it is usual for the zambombas of Jerez calendar to be concentrated between the end of November and December 24-25.

• At the end of November, the first zambombas begin, often linked to the lighting of the Christmas lights.
• The December weekends turn into a real festive marathon, with several events each day spread throughout the city.
• The most intense days are usually those immediately before Christmas, when the zambombas of brotherhoods, clubs and neighborhoods multiply.
  

If you are going to make a getaway to Jerez de la Frontera and you want to organize yourself well, it is ideal to check in advance the zambombas calendar of Jerez de la Frontera that are usually published by the city council, local media and tourist entities. This way you can chain several celebrations in the same day and live the complete experience: a zambomba at midday in a courtyard, another at sunset in a square and one more at night in a winery or flamenco club.

Where are the zambombas of Jerez

The zambombas are already part of the emotional map of the city. The beautiful thing is that they are not concentrated in one place, but are spread throughout different neighborhoods and emblematic spaces:

• Historic center squares: such as Plazuela, Plaza del Arenal or Alameda. Here the street zambombas of Jerez are massive and perfect to soak up the general atmosphere.
  
• Flamenco clubs and brotherhoods: if you are looking for traditional flavor, these usually organize some of the best zambombas of Jerez, with their own choirs, old carols and a very knowledgeable audience.
  
• Courtyards and tabancos: the tabancos, temples of Jerez wine, are perfect stages for a closer zambomba, almost after dinner, where you feel like talking, singing and toasting calmly.
  
• Historical wineries: many wineries organize their own zambombas, combining visits, tastings and performances. It is a unique opportunity to combine wine culture and Christmas tradition.

Part of the magic of the zambombas of Jerez is to walk around the city and let yourself be carried away by the sound of a carol in the distance, follow the rhythm of the palms and end up entering a square or a courtyard where the fire, the singing and the aroma of hot wine invite you to stay.

Enjoy the best zambombas of Jerez de la Frontera with Brandy Fundador

At every zambomba, Fundador is not just a presence: it is a renewed tradition. Our glass accompanies the Christmas festivities in Jerez, a symbol of legacy and celebration, generation after generation. Baptisms, fairs, family gatherings… and, of course, zambombas. On a December night, the warm and fruity character of Fundador is the natural pairing with the festive spirit.

While the music sets the mood for the evening, enjoy Fundador slightly warmed to highlight its notes of dried fruit and raisins, noble wood, vanilla and sweet spices —the result of our aging in historic Jerez casks—. Do you know how to pair brandy? It is a drink that converses on equal terms with the typical sweets of these dates—pestiños, polvorones, wine donuts— and that also harmonizes with savory dishes such as meat stews or cured cheeses. For the wine lover who visits the city, enjoying a Jerez zambomba and carols with a glass of Fundador in hand is to understand, at once, what the word “cultural pairing” means.

Also, on the Christmas with Fundador page you can find all the information to live this holiday to the rhythm of Jerez at Casa Fundador. Where you can enjoy a glass of Fundador, try our mixed drinks and special brandy cocktails and let the atmosphere envelop you. From the month of December, on the 4th, 11th and 18th you can live a Christmas experience with a taste of Jerez on our terrace at Casa Fundador with Macarena de Jerez and her people. 

If you are planning a trip to enjoy the Jerez zambombas 2025, some ideas to live them to the fullest with Brandy Fundador could be:

• Toast at the beginning of the night with a soft cocktail based on brandy, citrus and spices, perfect for warming up before going out to tour the city.
• Make a stop and visit our Bodega Fundador or tabanco where you can taste Fundador alone, in a glass, appreciating all its nuances while you listen to the echo of the carols.
• End the evening with a glass of brandy accompanying the typical Jerez sweets, as the perfect culmination of a day of singing and conviviality.

Always remember to enjoy responsibly: the true spirit of the zambomba is to share, celebrate and create unforgettable moments. Fundador is part of that union, and each toast becomes a symbol of connection and joy.

In summary, if you are looking to experience Christmas from authenticity and emotion, mark the zambombas of Jerez in your agenda and let yourself be seduced by its rhythm. Organize your afternoon at Casa Fundador, reserve a Thursday in December and prepare to experience the unique: the culture, the music and the flavor of Jerez in each verse and in each Fundador glass. Because here, sharing life is the custom… The usual?