Christmas Lottery

The Christmas lottery, particularly famous in Spain as "El Gordo," is a festive lottery held annually in December. It features one of the world’s largest prize pools, with a significant portion of ticket sales going towards the prizes. Tickets are expensive but can be shared among groups, making it accessible to many. The draw takes place in a televised event, where children traditionally sing the winning numbers. Winning can bring life-changing sums of money, but the event is also celebrated for its community spirit and sense of hope during the holiday season.