Illustrative photo Florence Christmas Market 2026 – Piazza Santa Croce, Program & Guide
From 20 Nov to 21 Dec 2026, the Christmas market in Piazza Santa Croce enchants visitors with festive lights, traditional crafts, and Tuscan delicacies against a stunning Renaissance backdrop.
Illustrative photo Naples Christmas Market (San Gregorio Armeno) 2026 – Nativity Scenes & Guide
From mid-November 2026 to 6 January 2027, Via San Gregorio Armeno in Naples transforms into the ultimate hub for Christmas craftsmanship. This famous alley celebrates Southern Italian Nativity art ("Presepe") with handcrafted figurines, detailed dioramas, and authentic Neapolitan street food.
Illustrative photo Festa della Salute 2026: Traditional Feast in Venice
Festa della Salute takes place on November 21, 2026 in Venice. A temporary bridge across the Grand Canal leads to the Basilica della Salute, where thousands of Venetians commemorate the end of the 1630 plague.
Illustrative photo Gubbio Christmas Show & Giant Tree 2026 – Program & Visitor Guide
From 21 Nov 2026 to 6 Jan 2027, Gubbio (Umbria) enchants visitors with the World's Largest Christmas Tree lighting up Mount Ingino, festive markets, and magical winter scenery.
Illustrative photo Aosta Christmas Market (Marché Vert Noël) 2026 – Alpine Village & Guide
From 21 Nov 2026 to 6 Jan 2027, Aosta's "Marché Vert Noël" enchants visitors as an alpine Christmas village set amid ancient Roman ruins. Enjoy traditional crafts, regional delicacies, and a unique festive atmosphere.
Illustrative photo Loud And Proud Fest 2026: Hard Rock Night in Paderno Dugnano
On 22 November 2026, the Loud And Proud Fest brings a night of hard rock and NWOBHM to the Slaughter Club in Paderno Dugnano, featuring Praying Mantis, Sabotage and Crying Steel.
Illustrative photo Merano Christmas Market 2026 – Dates, Program & Visitor Guide
From 26 Nov 2026 to 6 Jan 2027, the Merano Christmas Market enchants visitors along the scenic river promenade. Enjoy elegant alpine flair, exquisite crafts, regional treats, and a relaxing spa town ambiance.
Illustrative photo Bolzano Christmas Market 2026 – Program, South Tyrolean Tradition & Guide
From 27 Nov 2026 to 6 Jan 2027, the Bolzano Christmas Market at Waltherplatz enchants visitors with a unique blend of Italian lifestyle and alpine tradition beneath the peaks of the Dolomites.
Illustrative photo Festa di Santa Lucia 2026: Procession in Syracuse
The Festa di Santa Lucia in Syracuse runs from November 30 to December 20, 2026, peaking on December 13. Sicily's largest religious festival centers on the solemn procession of the city patron's silver statue and relics.
Illustrative photo Piazza Navona Christmas Market 2026 – Dates, Program & La Befana
From Dec 1, 2026, to Jan 6, 2027, the traditional Roman Christmas Market enchants visitors at Piazza Navona. Experience festive stalls among Bernini's Baroque fountains and celebrate the arrival of the good witch "La Befana" on January 6.
Illustrative photo Snow Week Festival, Sestriere, Italy 2026/2027 – Dates, Tickets & Ski
Snow Week 2026 takes place from 5 to 8 December in Sestriere: ski and festival days at the Olympic Village at 2,035 m on Via Lattea. Stay-and-party packages start at 199 euros on snowweek.it.
Illustrative photo Living Nativity of Greccio 2026: The First Crib in History
In December 2026, Greccio brings back the historic reenactment of the very first nativity scene ever staged. Around the Franciscan sanctuary, several living scenes recreate the moment Saint Francis first brought the story to life here in 1223.