Last updated: 11 November 2024
Discover the Christmas program in Genzano di Roma with our complete event guide. We'll accompany you through the festive celebrations of this historic town in the Castelli Romani, where tradition and culture blend together in the streets of the historic center.
From the central Piazza Tommaso Frasconi, adorned with lights and the large Christmas tree, to the traditional markets along Via Belardi, the city transforms into a festive journey. The historic center hosts artisanal nativity scenes in centuries-old churches, while the aromas of typical bread and Christmas sweets spread from ancient shops, creating the characteristic atmosphere of a Lazio Christmas.
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Genzano di Roma Holiday Light Displays
Trame di Luce light festival
- What to Expect
- Unique luminous installations and innovative Christmas theme
- Description
- Trame di Luce is a light art exhibition held at the Orto Botanico in Rome, featuring a path of luminous installations inspired by the theme "Christmas has a new light." This event was created by national and international artists, involving students and professors from prestigious Italian universities. With over 20 unique installations and many photo opportunities, Trame di Luce is an unmissable event.
- Where
- Rome | More Info : Trame di Luce light festival
Christmas Shopping on Via dei Condotti
- What to Expect
- Diamond-shaped lights funded by Renault Italia.
- Description
- Via dei Condotti transforms into a stretch of golden diamonds, illuminating Rome's most famous luxury shopping street. Renault Italia has funded the lights this year, creating a scenic effect both day and night.
- Where
- Rome | More Info : Christmas Shopping on Via dei Condotti
Genzano di Roma Holiday Markets and Shopping
Piazza Navona Christmas Market
- Union of tradition and art in a historical context.
- The Christmas Market in Piazza Navona is a traditional event that takes place from December 1 to January 6. The square is filled with lights and wooden stalls offering typical Christmas food, decorations, nativity scenes, toys, and handicrafts. Santa Claus, La Befana, puppet theater, and street artists are also present.
- Rome | More Info : Piazza Navona Christmas Market
Piazza Mazzini Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Sixty wooden stalls with handmade products and gourmet food.
- Description
- The Christmas Market at Piazza Mazzini features sixty wooden stalls with handmade products and gourmet food. There are Christmas carols, star-shaped lights, and a Santa's House for children. The atmosphere is characterized by Christmas lights, holiday crafts, and wonderful creations.
- Where
- Rome | More Info : Piazza Mazzini Christmas Market
CityLab Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- 50 artisanal stands in a 20,000 sqm area.
- Description
- The CityLab Christmas Market features 50 artisanal stands, food and beverage areas, performances and projections, street artists, and a children's area. The event takes place in a 20,000 sqm area with holiday decorations and lighting.
- Where
- Rome | More Info : CityLab Christmas Market
Circus Maximus Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- A unique Christmas market with over 1,000 gift ideas crafted by carefully selected artisans.
- Description
- The Christmas Market at Circus Maximus offers over 1,000 gift ideas crafted by carefully selected artisans. Among the halls of the Garum Museum and Library of Cuisine, visitors can discover products of artisanal craftsmanship, design, plants, flower design, illustrations, and luxury vintage in a unique and magical atmosphere.
- Where
- Rome | More Info : Circus Maximus Christmas Market
Christmas Village at EUR Laghetto
- What to Expect
- Covered ice rink and elf village.
- Description
- The Christmas Village at EUR Laghetto offers a wide range of activities for children, including photos with Santa Claus, creative workshops, and fun on the ice rink.
- Where
- Rome | More Info : Christmas Village at EUR Laghetto
Genzano di Roma Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Christmas Village at Villa Borghese
- What to Expect
- Reproduction of 8 world cities with original folkloric performances and an 800-square-meter ice rink.
- Description
- Christmas World at Villa Borghese is a unique event celebrating the festive atmosphere with scenic installations, Christmas markets, games, and shows set in various cities around the world. The event takes place on an area of over 60,000 square meters and features original folkloric performances, parades, majorettes, gospel concerts, and new musicals with the participation of 300 actors and performers.
- Where
- Rome | More Info : Christmas Village at Villa Borghese
Auditorium Parco della Musica Christmas Village
- What to Expect
- Collaboration with the Globe Theatre and Roma Gospel Festival
- Description
- The Christmas Festival at Auditorium Parco della Musica is a rich calendar of concerts and performances that will warm up the atmosphere of Ennio Morricone Parco della Musica. The programming of pop, jazz, and rock concerts will be joined by the Roma Gospel Festival, featuring some of the best ensembles from the United States. Additionally, there will be a collaboration with the Globe Theatre to produce two children's shows and a contemporary circus review with SIC - Stabile di Innovazione Circense.
- Where
- Rome | More Info : Auditorium Parco della Musica Christmas Village
Cinecitta’ World Christmas
- What to Expect
- Complete immersion in an enchanting culture with over 220 maxi light installations.
- Description
- Cinecittà World transforms into a large Christmas village with markets, decorations, lights, and garlands. Visitors can visit Santa's house, attend the Christmas Show welcome show, and enjoy attractions like Oriental World and Christmas On Ice.
- Where
- Rome | More Info : Cinecitta’ World Christmas
Magic Christmas at MagicLand
- What to Expect
- An enchanted path leading children of all ages to meet Santa Claus.
- Description
- At MagicLand, the holiday season comes alive with Magic Christmas, a unique adventure for children from 0 to 1,000 years old that brings to life the true essence of Christmas. From November 9, 2024, to January 6, 2025, the Park will be decked out in festive decorations, featuring artistic lighting and themed music, culminating in a magical encounter at Santa's Castle: a captivating journey through an enchanted path that leads children of all ages to meet Santa Claus in person, take a photo with him, and receive a truly unique and precious gift.
- Where
- Valmontone | More Info : Magic Christmas at MagicLand
Christmas Baroque Concert
- What to Expect
- Baroque music performances in historic locations of Rome.
- Description
- The Baroque Christmas Concert is a musical event celebrating Roman Baroque tradition with performances of sacred and secular music, presented in historic locations of the city.
- Where
- Rome | More Info : Christmas Baroque Concert
Midnight Mass
- What to Expect
- Eucharistic celebration led by the Pope on Christmas night.
- Description
- Pope Francis will preside over the Midnight Mass in St. Peter's Basilica at 19:30, followed by the "Urbi et Orbi" blessing the next day.
- Where
- Vatican City | More Info : Midnight Mass
Genzano di Roma Other Holiday Activities
Christmas in Rome
- What to Expect
- Historical celebration with re-enactments and cultural exhibitions.
- Description
- The Natale a Roma is a rich cultural celebration commemorating the 2777th anniversary of Rome's founding. The city transforms into a large museum with historical events, guided tours, exhibitions, and performances.
- Where
- Rome | More Info : Christmas in Rome
Visit to the Pope and Vatican City
- What to Expect
- Spiritual elevations with the polyphony of Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina.
- Description
- Visit the Pope and the Vatican City offers a rich cultural and spiritual experience, with liturgical celebrations, exhibitions, and services for pilgrims.
- Where
- Vatican City | More Info : Visit to the Pope and Vatican City
Feast of the Immaculate Conception
- What to Expect
- Unique liturgical celebration commemorating the immaculate conception of Mary.
- Description
- The Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception is a liturgical celebration commemorating the immaculate conception of Mary. This event takes place on December 8, 2024, despite coinciding with the Second Sunday of Advent, due to the indult granted by the Dicastery for Divine Worship.
- Where
- Rome | More Info : Feast of the Immaculate Conception
Urbi et Orbe
- What to Expect
- Appeal to hope and peace through the announcement of Jesus Christ's resurrection.
- Description
- The "Urbi et Orbi" message by Pope Francis for Easter 2024 is an appeal to hope and peace, recalling the announcement of Jesus Christ's resurrection and calling for respect for human life.
- Where
- Vatican City | More Info : Urbi et Orbe
Walking Tour of Rome
- What to Expect
- Guided tour with priority access to historical sites
- Description
- Explore Rome with a walking tour that takes you through the legendary Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. Discover the ingenuity of Roman architecture and engineering in a unique experience.
- Where
- Rome | More Info : Walking Tour of Rome