Faedo, The Nativity Village, Star Market, and Christmas Houses
Visitors can wander through the village streets, porticoes, and vaulted cellars animated by eighty life-sized figures portraying traditional historic trades. Along the nativity trail, an artisan market set in ancient cellars and stalls offers handmade crafts and local farm goods. Festive huts also serve hot drinks, sweets, and traditional local dishes.
What to Expect
Trentino's largest nativity scene features eighty life-size statues.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Faedo Village
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Associazione PRO LOCO FAEDO APS
Food & Drink
The Casette del Natale serve hot drinks, sweets, and traditional local dishes.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and visitors who enjoy festive village walks and local crafts
Vibe
Traditional and cozy
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: Mercatino della Stella: 10.00–18.00; Casette del Natale: 10.00–18.00.
Tips & Advice
- Check the Mercatino della Stella's selected dates before traveling; it runs on specific days rather than throughout the full event season.
- The Casette del Natale operate on a different set of dates, so check their schedule if hot drinks and traditional dishes are a priority.
- Arrive before 17:00 on January 5 to see the torchlit La Canta della Stella procession and hear the traditional carols.
- Wear warm layers and comfortable shoes for exploring the village streets and standing outdoors during the procession.
- Set aside time to browse the Mercatino in ancient cellars and wooden chalets, where local artisans and producers offer handmade and agricultural goods.
Special Events & Promotions
- La Canta della Stella on January 5 (eve of Epiphany): the village lights go out for a torchlit procession with the Three Kings, singing old carols behind a lit star.
- The Casette del Natale food huts also open on December 26 and 27, after the craft market has closed for the season.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see in the village?
This is Trentino's largest nativity scene. Eighty life-size figures fill the porticoes, lanes and vaulted cellars of Faedo, each one at work at a traditional trade.
What is sold at the Mercatino della Stella?
The market sits next to the nativity scenes, in old vaulted cellars, stables and wooden huts. Exhibitors sell handmade goods and farm products from local businesses. It runs on November 29 and on December 5–8, 12–13 and 19–20.
Where can I get something to eat?
The Casette del Natale serve hot drinks, sweets and traditional Faedo dishes. They open on weekends, plus December 7 and 8.
What is La Canta della Stella?
On January 5, the eve of Epiphany, the village lights go out and torches are lit. The Three Kings lead a long procession behind a glowing star, singing old Christmas carols through the streets.
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