Last updated: December 01, 2024
Welcome to Formigine's holiday season! Our guide takes you through the most anticipated festive events, from traditional celebrations in the historic center to modern festivities that bring the city to life.
The heart of the festivities beats in Piazza Castello, where the Christmas market extends to Via San Francesco. The historic center transforms with lights and decorations, while the medieval castle serves as a backdrop for artisanal stalls and food stands. From here, events branch out towards Piazza Italia and Parco della Resistenza, creating a festive path that connects the city's main points of interest.
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A Christmas market with local artisan stalls and traditional products.
The Modena Christmas Market offers a wide range of traditional and artisanal products, creating a welcoming atmosphere for families and visitors.
Where: Modena | More Info: Modena Christmas Market
A unique setting with a large, worn parchment.
Lucia di Lammermoor is a tragic opera in three acts, with a libretto by Salvatore Cammarano and music by Gaetano Donizetti. The story is inspired by Walter Scott's novel "The Bride of Lammermoor." The production at the Teatro Regio di Parma features a large, worn parchment that covers the stage, revealing and concealing characters and actions. The direction is by Henning Brockhaus, with performers such as Ekaterina Bakanova and Gilda Fiume.
Where: Parma/Modena Area | More Info: Verdi Festival 2024
Guided tours to Modena's historical sites with a Christmas theme.
Modena offers a series of guided tours to its historical sites during the Epiphany weekend. Activities include a children's workshop at the Civic Museum, a guided tour of the Campori and Sernicoli rooms, and an exhibition of Giulia Napoleone's artist books at the Poletti Library. The tours also include the Estense Gallery, the Duomo Museums, and the Ghirlandina, with 45-minute access intervals.
Where: Modena | More Info: Guided Tour of Modena's Historic Sites with a Holiday Twist
Tastings of balsamic vinegar and local specialties.
The Christmas Festival at Acetaia Leonardi celebrates Italian culinary tradition with tastings of balsamic vinegar and local specialties.
Where: Formigine | More Info: Christmas Celebration at Acetaia Leonardi
Activities for both children and adults with nativity scene exhibit and seasonal delicacies.
Visit of Santa Claus to Acetaia Leonardi: during the December weekends, Santa Claus will visit Acetaia Leonardi to receive letters for the elves and let children try his sleigh. The red train will run through the streets of Formigine to Acetaia Leonardi, where there will be activities for both children and adults, including a nativity scene exhibit and a balsamic vinegar museum, with seasonal delicacies in a village of lights and decorations.
Where: Formigine | More Info: Santa Claus Visit at Acetaia Leonardi