Last updated: December 01, 2024
Discover the magic of Christmas in Città di Castello! Our guide takes you through all the festive events and activities that bring life to this historic Umbrian town during the holiday season.
The heart of the celebrations takes place in Piazza Matteotti, where the traditional Christmas market offers artisanal products and local gastronomic specialties. The historic center's streets, illuminated with evocative decorations, connect the main points of interest, from the Basilica to the Municipal Tower, while Palazzo Vitelli hosts exhibitions and cultural events. In the nearby Alexander Langer Park, the Christmas village welcomes families and visitors with carousels and entertainment.
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The world's largest illuminated Christmas tree on Mount Ingino.
Gubbio transforms into an enchanted village during the Christmas season, featuring the world's largest Christmas tree and a life-size nativity scene.
Where: Gubbio | More Info: Gubbio's Christmas
The world's largest Christmas tree built on water.
Luci sul Trasimeno is a Christmas event that transforms Castiglione del Lago into a true Christmas city with original shows and attractions designed to entertain both children and adults.
Where: Castiglione del Lago | More Info: Lights on Trasimeno
Sensory analysis of the prized white truffle and cooking shows with renowned chefs.
The 44th National Exhibition of the Prized White Truffle is an event that combines tradition and passion for food, featuring the most prestigious and authentic truffle companies. Truffle experts will illustrate the characteristics, collection methods, and century-old stories related to this treasure.
Where: Città di Castello | More Info: White Truffle Fair
Bibliophile initiatives with conferences and rare exhibitions.
The National Antiquarian Book and Antique Print Exhibition in Città di Castello features a wide range of antique books, manuscripts, old prints, and cartography. The event hosts over 40 exhibitors with high-quality stands at the prestigious Palazzo Vitelli in sant'Egidio.
Where: Città di Castello | More Info: Exhibition-Cum-Fair of Ancient Books and Prints
Animation for children and the possibility of a ride on Santa's pony.
The Christmas Markets in Castel Rigone offer a unique atmosphere with local artisan products, sweets, hot sandwiches, and mulled wine. Itinerant musical groups and bagpipers animate the event with their melodies, while for the younger ones there is animation and the possibility of a ride on Santa's pony.
Where: Castel Rigone | More Info: Christmas Markets in Castel Rigone
Holiday markets and shows in a historic setting.
Todi Magic Christmas is an event that transforms the city of Todi into a festive and traditional place during the holiday season. The city is decorated with holiday decorations and hosts markets, shows, and activities for all ages.
Where: Todi | More Info: Todi Magic Christmas
Exclusive Christmas concert with the Orchestra da Camera di Perugia.
The Orchestra da Camera di Perugia presents the Christmas Concert, a musical event celebrating the holiday season with a selection of classics and modern works.
Where: Perugia | More Info: Christmas Concert by the Chamber Orchestra of Perugia
A unique ballet with elaborate costumes and sets.
The ballet "Cenerentola" by the Roma City Ballet Company is a choreographed work set to the music of Sergei Prokofiev, with costumes by Giusi Giustino and sets by Michele Della Cioppa. The Roma City Orchestra, composed of over 30 members, accompanies the Ballet Company in a production specifically created for the Teatro Lyrick in Santa Maria degli Angeli.
Where: Santa Maria degli Angeli | More Info: Roma City Ballet Company: Cinderella
Union of diverse musical genres in one performance.
40 Fingers is an Italian guitar quartet renowned for their masterful reinterpretations and arrangements of famous rock, pop, and film scores. Their performance is accompanied by a highly spectacular visual production, projecting the audience on a musical journey without linguistic or geographical boundaries.
Where: Santa Maria degli Angeli | More Info: 40 Fingers
A piano recital with a program announced on the same evening.
András Schiff, an internationally renowned classical pianist, will present a piano recital at the Teatro Morlacchi in Perugia. The program will be announced on the same evening.
Where: Perugia | More Info: András Schiff: Piano Recital
A journey through Georgian folk dance with traditional choreographies.
"Fire of Georgia" is a show that explores the strength and elegance of Georgian folk dance, presented by the National Ballet of Georgia. This journey through Georgian tradition offers a unique and intense experience.
Where: Santa Maria degli Angeli | More Info: Royal National Ballet of Georgia: Fire of Georgia
Classical music concert featuring two virtuosos at the Teatro Cucinelli.
Nurie Chung and Martina Consonni will perform a classical music concert at the Teatro Cucinelli in Solomeo, offering a refined and passionate musical experience.
Where: Solomeo | More Info: Nurie Chung and Martina Consonni
A guided tour through the town's alleys with recited scenes and costumed actors.
The Living Nativity Scene in Bettona is a unique event that transforms the town into a theatrical representation of the Nativity with 22 scenes and over 150 actors.
Where: Bettona | More Info: Living Nativity in Bettona
"Medieval living nativity scene with 14th-century life scenes"
"Stella Nova ‘n fra la Gente in Bevagna is a medieval living nativity scene that brings back to life the atmosphere of the 14th century with hundreds of actors, market, artisan workshops, and scenes of life in the 14th century."
Where: Bevagna | More Info: Stella Nova ‘n fra la Gente in Bevagna
Nativity scenes of various forms and sizes both inside and outside the churches.
Spello in Presepe is a Christmas event that transforms the town of Spello into an outdoor nativity scene, featuring niches, shop corners, and urban spaces hosting various Nativity scenes. The recommended visit path starts at the Church of Santa Maria Maggiore and continues to other churches with historical and artistic nativity scenes.
Where: Spello | More Info: Spello in Nativity
A large section dedicated to Neapolitan presepi.
The International Exhibition of Presepial Art is an event showcasing new and representative presepial works from major Italian artistic traditions. At the Crypt of the Cathedral in Città di Castello, approximately 190 works from various associations and Italian art schools are displayed.
Where: Città di Castello | More Info: International Exhibition of Nativity Art
Living Nativity scene with 150 actors.
In the surreal and timeless atmosphere of the medieval village of Passignano sul Trasimeno, hundreds of actors bring to life scenes of the Nativity, guiding visitors through evocative settings and traditional activities.
Where: Passignano sul Trasimeno | More Info: Crib of the Star in Passignano sul Trasimeno