Catania Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Catania and surrounding areas
Catania unveils the holiday season with vibrant Christmas lights around Piazza Duomo and a busy calendar of things to do from Christmas Town - La città del Natale to family shows at the Elves' Academy. Holiday activities include street markets, live performances, and New Year's Eve gatherings in Piazza Duomo Catania. Set beneath Mount Etna's silhouette, Catania blends baroque charm with festive events, Santa visits, and local culinary treats that make the season feel both joyful and authentically Sicilian.
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Christmas Markets
11 eventsSouthern Italy's largest Christmas theme park
Christmas Parties
7 eventsLive televised New Year's Eve celebration with major Italian artists.
Other Christmas Activities
26 eventsChristmas magic in historic Ragusa Ibla
Editor's Picks (6)
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L'Anno che Verrà - New Year's Eve Celebration
(Reggio Calabria)
Live televised New Year's Eve celebration with major Italian artists.
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L’Anno che Verrà - Capodanno Rai
(Reggio Calabria)
Live Rai New Year's Eve broadcast on the coast.
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Ragusa Ibla Magia del Natale
(Ragusa)
Christmas magic in historic Ragusa Ibla
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New Year's Eve in Piazza Duomo Catania
National broadcast New Year's Eve concert in historic piazza
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Christmas Town - La città del Natale
Southern Italy's largest Christmas theme park
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Da Nazareth a Betlemme Living Nativity
(Gangi)
Living nativity in a medieval village with narrative voice-over.
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Christmas Shows Near Catania
Christmas shows, theater performances, and holiday entertainment in Catania.
A Christmas Carol - Musical
Musical adaptation of Dickens' classic Christmas tale
The Nutcracker Ballet
Classic Tchaikovsky ballet with Tbilisi Opera Ballet
New Year's Concert in Modica
New Year's concert with renowned soloists
Christmas Lights Near Catania
Additional holiday activities and unique Christmas experiences in Catania.
La Città del Natale alle Ciminiere
Southern Italy's first Christmas theme park with ice skating and Santa's village.
Itinerario dei Presepi di Acireale
A multi-site itinerary of artistic nativity scenes
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Catania Christmas FAQ
Weekday evenings tend to be less crowded. Peak times are weekends in December, especially closer to Christmas.
Most events offer on-site parking. Check individual event pages for specific parking information and fees.
Most venues are accessible. Contact individual events for specific accessibility accommodations.