Last updated: 11 November 2024
Welcome to the definitive holiday guide for Aversa! We'll guide you through the most interesting seasonal events and activities, designed for both residents and visitors to our historic city.
Aversa's historic center transforms during the Christmas period, with the Norman Cathedral serving as a backdrop for the celebrations. The main square hosts the traditional Christmas market, while Via Roma features local craft stalls and Campanian food specialties. The medieval alleys of the center fill with lights and decorations connecting the ancient churches and historic palaces.
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Aversa Holiday Light Displays
Artist Lights
- What to Expect
- Light installations inspired by cinema and space.
- Description
- The Luci d'Artista in Salerno is a unique event that transforms the city's streets and squares into a stage of light and color. The light installations, created by expert artists and technicians, create a captivating and engaging atmosphere.
- Where
- Salerno | More Info : Artist Lights
Aversa Holiday Markets and Shopping
Limatola Castle Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Itinerant performances and pre-set stops inside and outside the castle.
- Description
- The Limatola Castle hosts the famous Christmas markets, "Cadeaux al Castello," featuring a variety of local products and itinerant performances. The visit includes a mandatory path both inside and outside the castle, with pre-set stops like Santa's Cabin and the Armor Museum.
- Where
- Limatola | More Info : Limatola Castle Christmas Market
Aversa Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Christmas in Naples
- What to Expect
- Walk through the artisan shops of San Gregorio Armeno.
- Description
- Natale in Naples is a moment of undeniable beauty, full of life. The Neapolitan lives this period intensely, especially in sharing meals and respecting many traditions. Be amazed by the art and folklore and discover what to do during Christmas 2024 in Naples.
- Where
- Naples | More Info : Christmas in Naples
Lantern Festival in Naples
- What to Expect
- Parades of illuminated lanterns along Naples' historic streets.
- Description
- The Festival delle Lanterne in Naples is an event that celebrates light and Neapolitan culture with a series of unique activities and performances.
- Where
- Naples | More Info : Lantern Festival in Naples
Aversa Other Holiday Activities
Nativity Scenes in San Gregorio Armeno
- What to Expect
- A unique experience combining art, tradition, and Neapolitan culture.
- Description
- Visit Naples and discover the tradition of the presepi of San Gregorio Armeno, a famous street known for its artisan workshops that create elaborate nativity scenes.
- Where
- Naples | More Info : Nativity Scenes in San Gregorio Armeno
Race for the Cure Italy
- What to Expect
- An event of sport, health, and solidarity open to all.
- Description
- The Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure Italy is an important event for breast cancer awareness, held under the High Patronage of the President of the Republic. The protagonists are the Women in Pink, who raise public awareness of the importance of prevention and send a strong message of encouragement to women facing the disease.
- Where
- Naples | More Info : Race for the Cure Italy