Last updated: 11 November 2024
Discover the Christmas season in Gravina in Puglia with our complete holiday guide. We'll accompany you through all the Christmas events and activities that bring our medieval historic center to life.
From the suggestive illuminated Aqueduct Bridge to the Christmas stalls in Piazza Benedetto XIII, the city transforms into a festive journey. The historic center hosts the traditional local crafts market, while the Cathedral and Ducal Palace provide the backdrop for cultural events. In the surrounding area, the towns of Murgia offer additional Christmas celebrations, creating a festive itinerary that extends throughout the region.
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Gravina in Puglia Holiday Markets and Shopping
Bari Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Assignment of exhibition spaces to local artisans and producers.
- Description
- The Bari Christmas Market offers a wide range of handmade and typical Pugliese products, including Christmas decorations, nativity scenes, handmade toys, and wax candles. The event takes place from December 6 to December 26, 2023, with exhibition spaces set up between Via Venezia and Muraglia.
- Where
- Bari | More Info : Bari Christmas Market
Christmas Tour in the Historic Center
- What to Expect
- Artisans and creatives from all of Puglia.
- Description
- The Grande Mercatino di Natale in the historic center of Sannicandro di Bari provides a full immersion in the festive atmosphere with handmade shopping, children's attractions, and spectacular events.
- Where
- Bari | More Info : Christmas Tour in the Historic Center
Christmas Market among the Trulli
- What to Expect
- Christmas Market among the Trulli with unique lights and decorations.
- Description
- The Christmas Market among the Trulli in Alberobello is a unique event that takes place among the typical trulli houses of the Itria Valley. Every year, from December 2nd to January 7th, the historic center of Alberobello transforms into a magical place with lights, decorations, and Christmas markets. Visitors can discover local handicrafts, taste culinary specialties, and enjoy a unique festive atmosphere.
- Where
- Alberobello | More Info : Christmas Market among the Trulli
Christmas Market in Piazza Aldo Moro
- What to Expect
- Artistic installations and sale of traditional holiday products.
- Description
- The Christmas Market in Piazza Aldo Moro offers a variety of traditional and handmade products, creating a welcoming atmosphere for the holiday season.
- Where
- Locorotondo | More Info : Christmas Market in Piazza Aldo Moro
Wonderful Christmas
- What to Expect
- Craft market with local products
- Description
- Meraviglioso Natale is an event that celebrates the festive atmosphere in Polignano a Mare with a craft market and local products, creating a colorful and delicious atmosphere. The event includes various activities such as concerts, guided tours, and traditional game festivals.
- Where
- Polignano a Mare | More Info : Wonderful Christmas
Gravina in Puglia Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Night of the Candles and Feast of Saint Lucia
- What to Expect
- Cultural and gastronomic exchange between Puglia and Sweden.
- Description
- The Night of Candles and Feast of Saint Lucia is an event series celebrating the ancient feast of Saint Lucia and the traditions of light and fire in the Pugliese winter. The program includes cooking labs, candle dances, blind tastings, concerts, and guided tours of museums.
- Where
- Bari | More Info : Night of the Candles and Feast of Saint Lucia
Concert by Duo Zampognari
- What to Expect
- Performance by two expert zampognari with traditional and modern repertoire.
- Description
- The Concerto del Duo Zampognari features a repertoire of traditional and modern music performed by two expert zampognari, creating an intimate and refined atmosphere.
- Where
- Bari | More Info : Concert by Duo Zampognari
Ferris Wheel
- What to Expect
- Panoramic attraction with horse carousel.
- Description
- The Ferris wheel in Piazza Garibaldi offers a panoramic view of the city, accompanied by a horse carousel.
- Where
- Taranto | More Info : Ferris Wheel
Christmas Village in Castello Carlo V
- What to Expect
- Free-entry art exhibition within Castello Carlo V.
- Description
- The Christmas Village in Castello Carlo V offers a variety of holiday events, including concerts, theatrical performances, and art exhibitions, creating a rich cultural and entertaining atmosphere.
- Where
- Monopoli | More Info : Christmas Village in Castello Carlo V
Gravina in Puglia Other Holiday Activities
Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
- What to Expect
- Lighting of the Christmas tree in a historic and festive context.
- Description
- The Christmas tree lighting ceremony is a solemn event that marks the beginning of the holiday season. The tree, decorated with lights and ornaments, is lit up in a moment of great emotion and hope.
- Where
- Bari | More Info : Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
Living Nativity
- What to Expect
- Union of tradition and art in historical nativity representations.
- Description
- The Living Nativity Scenes in Puglia are historical representations of the nativity involving hundreds of actors and realistic settings, creating an immersive and cultural atmosphere.
- Where
- Bari | More Info : Living Nativity