Last updated: 11 November 2024
Discover the most interesting festive events in Como! Our guide presents all the unmissable Christmas appointments in the city. For residents and visitors alike, this compendium will accompany you through the festive season celebrations.
Como's historic center transforms during the holidays, with the majestic Cathedral serving as a backdrop to the Christmas market stalls in Piazza Cavour. Along the central streets, the light displays create a festive atmosphere, while the lakefront hosts the traditional ice skating rink. From Piazza Volta to Via Plinio, historic shops and artisan boutiques display traditional decorations and local gastronomic specialties.
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Como Holiday Light Displays
Lake Como Christmas Tree
- What to Expect
- A Christmas tree decorated with lights and ornaments in the heart of the city.
- Description
- The Christmas Tree of Como is a decorated monument with lights and ornaments that illuminates the Piazza del Duomo, offering a beautiful space for selfies and creating a unique Christmas atmosphere.
- Where
- Como | More Info : Lake Como Christmas Tree
Orrido Magic Christmas Lights
- What to Expect
- A CANDY CHRISTMAS-themed path inside a natural canyon.
- Description
- Inside the natural gorge of Bellano, you enter an enchanted place where both adults and children can be carried away by the emotions of the magical Christmas atmosphere This year, in a CANDY CHRISTMAS-themed location, a magical world of candy canes, gingerbread men, colorful houses, and much more awaits!
- Where
- Bellano | More Info : Orrido Magic Christmas Lights
Lights on Lecco
- What to Expect
- Light projections in Piazza Cermenati and Piazza XX Settembre.
- Description
- Luci su Lecco is an event that transforms the city of Lecco into a winter atmosphere with Christmas light projections and decorations.
- Where
- Lecco | More Info : Lights on Lecco
Magical Christmas
- What to Expect
- "Light displays and creative workshops for children"
- Description
- "The Magical Christmas in Mandello del Lario is an event rich in holiday initiatives, featuring lights, lottery, creative workshops for children, and a festival in the town hall square."
- Where
- Mandello del Lario | More Info : Magical Christmas
Following the Nativity Scenes
- What to Expect
- "Parade of floats and creative workshops"
- Description
- "Andando…per presepi is an event that celebrates the holiday tradition with a parade of floats and creative workshops."
- Where
- Mandello del Lario | More Info : Following the Nativity Scenes
Como Holiday Markets and Shopping
Christmas Markets under the Porticos
- What to Expect
- Traditional and unique Christmas stalls in a path of lights, colors, and scents.
- Description
- The Christmas Markets under the Porticos in Brienno offer a cozy atmosphere with festive stalls, food points, and Santa's house.
- Where
- Brienno | More Info : Christmas Markets under the Porticos
Colico Christmas Markets
- What to Expect
- Offering handmade and Christmas-related products in a welcoming environment.
- Description
- The Mercatini di Natale di Colico is a traditional event organized by the Pro Loco di Colico, held at Piazza Garibaldi. The event features a variety of handmade and Christmas-related products, creating a welcoming atmosphere for families and visitors.
- Where
- Colico | More Info : Colico Christmas Markets
Bellagio Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Santa Claus village and Christmas market.
- Description
- The Proloco of Bellagio organizes the Christmas Market with a Santa Claus village, market, and Christmas carols for both children and adults.
- Where
- Bellagio | More Info : Bellagio Christmas Market
Como Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Santa's House
- What to Expect
- Virtual journey to Santa's house
- Description
- The House of Santa Claus is a unique attraction that takes visitors on a virtual journey to Santa's house, offering an immersive and engaging experience.
- Where
- Como | More Info : Santa's House
Christmas Concert
- What to Expect
- Union of three distinct choirs to create a unique harmony.
- Description
- The Christmas Concert at Teatro Sociale di Como is a unique event that brings together three distinct choirs: the White Voices Choir of Teatro alla Scala, the White Voices Choir of Teatro Sociale di Como, and the Oliver Twist Choir of Cometa. These choirs come together to sing in harmony, creating an emotional impact near the Christmas holidays.
- Where
- Como | More Info : Christmas Concert
New Year Fireworks
- What to Expect
- Fireworks display on Lake Como visible from the entire lakefront.
- Description
- The Capodanno fireworks display in Como illuminates the first basin of Lake Como with fireworks shot from a floating barge near the foranea dam. The event is visible from the entire lakefront, from Villa Olmo to Villa Geno, and also from the hills.
- Where
- Como | More Info : New Year Fireworks
Christmas in Menaggio
- What to Expect
- Ice rink in Piazza Garibaldi with musical events and markets.
- Description
- Menaggio transforms into a welcoming place during the holiday season, with an ice rink in Piazza Garibaldi and various musical events and markets.
- Where
- Menaggio | More Info : Christmas in Menaggio