Last updated: December 01, 2024
Welcome to the Christmas guide of Cernusco sul Naviglio! We have gathered all the essential information to help you make the most of the holidays in our city, whether you're a long-time resident or a visitor seeking the Christmas spirit.
The historic center of Cernusco transforms during the festive period, with the traditional Christmas market in Piazza Unità d'Italia and the lights adorning Via Bourdillon. From Piazza Matteotti to Villa Alari, you'll find artisanal stalls, cultural events, and live performances. The Christmas path extends along the Naviglio Martesana, where decorations create a festive atmosphere connecting different areas of the city.
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Cernusco sul Naviglio Holiday Markets and Shopping
Christmas Market
The Christmas Market in Cernusco sul Naviglio offers a wide range of holiday products, from decorations to culinary delights, creating a welcoming and festive atmosphere.
Christmas Treat Tasting
Artisanal Christmas dessert tasting with strictly artisanal panettone, made without ingredients that prolong its life artificially.
Cernusco sul Naviglio Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Christmas Parade
The Christmas Parade in Cervia and Milano Marittima is an event that animates the historic center with lights, nativity scenes, markets, and shows for the whole family.
Christmas Concert
The Santa Claus Carriage passes through the streets and squares of Cernusco sul Naviglio, bringing joy and happiness to the children.
New Year's Celebration
The New Year's Eve celebration in Milan is a rich event filled with traditions and activities celebrating the arrival of the new year. The events include free concerts, theatrical performances, historical re-enactments, and square parties.
Festival of Lights
"Segrate in Festa is an annual event that brings together the local community for a variety of initiatives, workshops, and performances for all age groups. The events include inflatables, bouncy castles, target shooting for children, the Piccolo Circo dei sogni, the Popz Game, and many more activities."
Christmas Show
The Christmas Concert features Gioachino Rossini's Petite messe solennelle, conducted by Daniele Gatti with the Orchestra and Chorus of Teatro alla Scala. The evening will feature Mariangela Sicilia, Vasilisa Berzhanskaya, Yijie Shi, and Michele Pertusi.
New Year's Concert
The Beethoven New Year's Concert, conducted by Emmanuel Tjeknavorian, is a musical event celebrating the new year with Beethoven's Symphony No. 9 in D minor, Op. 125.
New Year's Run
The New Year's Run in Cernusco sul Naviglio is an event that celebrates the start of the new year with a series of activities and events involving the entire community. The events include music, dances, games, and refreshments.
Cernusco sul Naviglio Other Holiday Activities
Santa's Visit
Visit of Santa Claus to Cascina in via Roma: an event of animation and workshops for children and families, with Santa Claus arriving on the Ciclobus and offering personalized letters.
Nativity Scene Exhibition
The Presepi Show at the Santa Maria Sanctuary is a traditional event celebrating the birth of Jesus with a wide selection of presepi created by local artists. This show, now in its 31st edition, offers an experience of art and faith that conveys hope and welcome.
Santa Run
The Santa Claus Carriage drives through the streets of Cernusco sul Naviglio every evening, meeting children and taking photos.
Christmas Party for Children
The Christmas Party for Children in Segrate is an event rich in activities and entertainment for children, featuring animations, spooky readings, and skill performances.
Epiphany Celebration
The Befana of Pro Loco Segrate features magic shows, baby dance, face painting, and stockings for all children. The event takes place on Saturday, January 6, at 3:30 PM at the Palazzetto dello sport on Via 25 Aprile.
Visit to Live Nativity Scenes
The Presepe Vivente in Cernusco sul Naviglio is a traditional event celebrating the 800 years of the Presepe di Greccio. The students, their families, and teachers come together to create a living nativity scene of Bethlehem.