Christmas is approaching, and Italy is filling up with events and Christmas markets, from north to south! But when? And where?

Here is the complete guide to the best Christmas Markets 2024 in Italy, divided by region and with start dates to immediately immerse yourself in the most magical atmosphere of the year!!!!

The atmosphere of Christmas is unique: the air is filled with spicy scents, lights glitter in the squares, and Christmas markets become the beating heart of Italian cities. If you also love to immerse yourself in this magic, strolling among stalls full of handcrafted decorations, traditional sweets, and unique gift ideas, you are in the right place! This year, Christmas 2024 promises to be even more special with markets that celebrate local traditions and offer unforgettable experiences.

In this post, you will find a complete guide to the best Christmas markets 2024 in Italy, divided by region. Whether you’re looking for the alpine elegance of Trentino-Alto Adige, the timeless charm of Tuscany, or the enchantment of southern traditions in Campania and Apulia, you will find all the information you need. In this article, I’ve gathered the opening and closing dates for each market, so you can plan your Christmas tour without missing a moment of this magic.

Christmas Markets 2024 in Italy

Get ready to discover enchanting villages where lights seem to dance to the rhythm of Christmas carols, wooden chalets offering steaming mulled wine, and living nativity scenes that tell the true essence of the holidays. Each Italian region has its unique way of celebrating Christmas, and with this guide, you can fully experience the Christmas atmosphere, wherever you choose to go.

Ready to be enchanted by the magic of Christmas markets? Discover the best events of 2024 and start breathing in the holiday spirit!

The Origin of Christmas Markets

Christmas markets have ancient origins, dating back to the Middle Ages in Germany and nearby regions. The first recorded market was in Dresden in 1434, but the tradition took deep roots in Alsace, on the border between France and Germany. Over time, Christmas markets spread across Europe, including Italy, transforming historic squares into magical scenes with twinkling lights, handcrafted decorations, and festive treats.

From north to south, Italy embraces this tradition, with Trentino-Alto Adige leading the way, though many other regions also shine. With special events, Santa Claus villages, and food festivals, the country lights up with holiday charm.

There are so many markets that listing them all is impossible, but I’ll share a selection of the most remarkable ones!

Christmas Markets and Christmas Events in Friuli-Venezia Giulia

• Christmas Market in the historic center of Sauris di Sopra (UD): December 7-8, 2024
• Lignano Christmas by the Sea in Lignano Sabbiadoro (UD): December 7, 2024 – January 6, 2025
• 21st Sand Nativity Scene in Lignano Sabbiadoro (UD): December 7, 2024 – February 2, 2025
• Christmas Market on Via Roma and Piazza della Libertà in Tarcento (UD): November 30, 2024 – January 6, 2025
• Advent Pur – The Magic of Advent in Malborghetto – Palazzo Veneziano (UD): November 30, 2024 – December 22, 2024
• Christmas Market in San Vito al Tagliamento (PN): December 8 and 15, 2024
• Il Nadal al Rive in Rodeano Basso di Rive d’Arcano (UD): December 14, 2024

Christmas Markets and Christmas Events in Trentino-Alto Adige

• 32nd Christmas Market in Bolzano (BS): November 28, 2024 – January 6, 2025
• Christmas Market in Ortisei in Val Gardena (BZ): December 5, 2024 – January 5, 2025
• Christmas Market in Merano 2024 in Merano (BZ): November 29, 2024 – January 6, 2025
• Christmas Market in Glorenza 2024 in Merano (BZ): December 6-8, 2024
• Christmas Market in Bressanone (BZ): November 29, 2024 – January 6, 2025
• Christmas Market in Vipiteno (BZ): November 29, 2024 – January 6, 2025
• Christmas Market in Brunico (BZ): November 29, 2024 – January 6, 2025
• Trenatale Christmas Market in Renon (BZ): November 29, 2024 – January 5, 2025
• Christmas Market in San Candido (BZ): November 29, 2024 – January 5, 2025
• Christmas Market in Val Sarentino (BZ): November 29 – December 23, 2024
• Stardust 2024 in Lana (BZ): November 29 – December 24, 2024
• Christmas Village of Chiusa (BZ): November 29 – December 22, 2024
• Christmas Market in Silandro (BZ): December 14-15, 2024
• Mountain Market in Castelrotto (BZ): December 6-26, 2024
• Mountain Christmas in Val Gardena in Selva in Val Gardena (BZ): December 6, 2024 – January 5, 2025
• Christmas Forest of Birra FORST, Forst headquarters in Lagundo (BZ): November 20, 2024 – January 6, 2025
• Christmas Market in San Michele – Appiano (BZ): November 29 – December 24, 2024
• Marcé da Nadé in Corvara in Badia (BZ): December 6, 2024 – January 6, 2025
• Paisc da Nadé in San Cassiano (BZ): December 6, 2024 – January 6, 2025
• Christmas Markets in Lagundo (BZ): November 29, 2024 – January 1, 2025
• In Piazza Fiera and in Piazza Mostra in Trento (TN): November 22, 2024 – January 6, 2025
• Rovereto Magic of Christmas in Rovereto (TN): November 22, 2024 – January 6, 2025
• Habsburg Christmas Market in Levico Terme (TN): November 23, 2024 – January 6, 2025
• Christmas Market in Arco in Alto Garda (TN): November 15, 2024 – January 6, 2025
• Perzenland & the Enchanted Valley in Pergine Valsugana (TN): November 9, 2024 – January 6, 2025
• Christmas Market in Rango (TN): November 16 – December 31, 2024
• Christmas Market in the historic center of Siror (TN): December 1-22, 2024
• Christmas Market in Canale di Tenno (TN): November 23 – December 15, 2024
• Santa’s House at the Castle Rock in Riva del Garda (TN): November 30 – December 31, 2024
• Christmas Market in Moena (TN): November 30, 2024 – January 5, 2025
• Picol, bon e bel Christmas Market in Vigo di Fassa (TN): December 6, 2024 – January 5, 2025
• Christmas Market in Ala (TN): November 23 – December 22, 2024
• Christmas at Avio Castle (TN): November 23 – December 22, 2024
• Market and Nativity Scene in Faedo (TN): December 1-22, 2023
• Christmas Market in the historic center of Bertoldi veci in Lavarone – Alpe Cimbra (TN): November 30, 2024 – January 5, 2025
• Christmas Village in Camposilvano (TN): December 14-15, 2024
• Di Gusto in Gusto in Riva del Garda (TN): December 15, 2024 – January 6, 2025
• Christmas in Villa Lagarina (TN): December 21-22, 2024

Christmas Markets and Christmas Events in Emilia-Romagna

• Antica Fiera di Santa Lucia in Bologna (BO): November 17 – December 26, 2024
• Christmas with the Malvezzi at Rocca di Dozza, Imola (BO): December 7, 2024 – January 5, 2025
• Festa di S. Lucia in Forlì (FC): December 13, 2023
• The Magic of Christmas in Forlì (FC): November 25-26, 2023 
• Santa Claus Village at Mondo Verde Green in Taneto di Gattatico (RE): October 18 – December 8, 2024
• Christmas Market in the Village in Grazzano Visconti (PC): November 9, 2024 – January 6, 2025
• Vico Natale in Vicofertile (PR): December 8, 2024
• MAAM Artistic Craft Market in Modena (MO): November 30 – December 24, 2024
• Christmas Market on Via Sant’Eufemia in Modena (MO): December 1-24, 2024
• Christmas Village in Sant’Agata Feltria (RN): December 1, 8, 14, 15, 2024
• Christmas Markets in Piazza Trento Trieste in Ferrara (FE): November 17, 2024 – January 6, 2025

Christmas Markets and Christmas Events in Tuscany

• Palazzo delle Fiabe – Palazzo Chigi in San Quirico D’Orcia (SI): December 7, 2024 – January 6, 2025
• Il Mercato del Campo in Siena (SI): December 6 and 8, 2024
• Christmas in Monepulciano (SI): November 16, 2024 – January 6, 2025
• Christmas Market in Piazza Santa Croce in Florence (FI): November 23 – December 22, 2024
• Christmas Markets in Piazza Vittoria in Empoli (FI): November 16 – December 24, 2024
• Fierucola di Natale in Piazza Ognissanti in Florence (FI): December 15, 2024
• Fierucolina nataliza in Piazza del Carmine in Florence (FI): December 8, 2024
• Fierucola dell’Immacolata in Piazza Annunziata in Florence (FI): December 7-8, 2024
• Nataleperfile at Palazzo Corsini in Florence (FI): December 6-8, 2024
• Fierucolina natalizia in Piazza Santo Spirito in Florence (FI): December 15, 2024
• Santa’s House at Palazzo Fraternita dei Laici in Arezzo (AR): November 16, 2024 – January 6, 2025
• Arezzo Christmas City with Tyrolean Village in Arezzo (AR): November 16, 2024 – December 29, 2024
• 18th Edition Barga in Chocolate in Barga (LU): December 7-8, 2024
• 3rd Magical Christmas at Villa Reale di Marlia in Capannori (LU): December 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 2024
• Magical Christmas in Lucca: November 23, 2024 – January 6, 2025
• Christmas Flavors in Fivizzano (MS): December 7-8, 2024

Christmas Markets and Christmas Events in Umbria

• Christmas Markets in Piazza della Repubblica in Spello (PG): November 29 – December 1, 2024
• Christmas Markets in Piazza del Comune in Assisi (PG): December 7, 2024 – January 6, 2025
• Christmas Markets in Castel Rigone (PG): November 16 – December 15, 2024
• 44th World’s Largest Christmas Tree in Gubbio (PG): December 7, 2024 – January 12, 2025
• Gubbio è Natale in Gubbio (PG): November 23, 2024 – January 6, 2025

Christmas Markets and Christmas Events in Lazio

• Greccio and the Nativity Scene in Greccio (RI): November 30, 2024 – January 6, 2025
• Santa Claus Kingdom in Vetralla (RM): September 27, 2024 – January 6, 2025
• Fiera Farnesina di Natale in Ronciglione (VT): December 7 – 24, 2024
• Viterbo Christmas Village in Viterbo (VT): November 23 – December 6, 2024

I hope you find this information useful and that you come across a Christmas Market near you. As you can see, there are so many, and the list is constantly being updated!

If you want, you can leave me a comment suggesting a market or a Christmas event that I haven’t mentioned, so I can update the list with other useful information!

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