Last updated: December 01, 2024
Discover the Christmas season in Imola with our festive events guide. We present a comprehensive itinerary that includes all the main Christmas events and activities in the heart of Romagna.
From the historic center of Piazza Matteotti to the shopping streets, the city transforms with Christmas lights, traditional markets, and food stalls. The route winds through the illuminated Rocca Sforzesca, artisanal nativity scenes in historic churches, and cultural events at the Ebe Stignani Theater, offering a festive atmosphere that combines Romagna's tradition and culture.
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"Romagnola-style" Christmas village with high-quality holiday and gourmet products.
The Christmas Markets in Piazza del Popolo offer a wide selection of handmade and gourmet products, unique creations, and hard-to-find items, in a festive and colorful atmosphere.
Where: Ravenna | More Info: Christmas Markets in Piazza del Popolo
Ice rink and festive beach huts.
The Christmas Markets in Piazza Kennedy offer a variety of attractions, including an ice rink and an attraction dedicated to children, with beach huts from the 1950s and 1960s revisited and decorated in a festive way.
Where: Ravenna | More Info: Christmas Markets in Piazza Kennedy
Christmas village of master artisans with 13 stands and historic market of the Consorzio "Festa del Regalo" Confesercenti with 24 stalls.
The Christmas markets in Piazza Trento e Trieste offer a wide range of holiday products, including traditional foods, handmade crafts, and decorative items.
Where: Ferrara | More Info: Christmas Markets in Piazza Trento e Trieste
Handmade artisan market with artisans and creators.
The Christmas Markets in Piazza Tre Martiri offer a wide range of handmade products, decorations, and traditional Christmas sweets.
Where: Rimini | More Info: Christmas Markets in Piazza Tre Martiri
"Christmas markets with musical and theatrical performances in the square."
"Mercatini di Natale in Piazza Matteotti offer a variety of activities, including markets, musical and theatrical performances, children's animations, and an ice rink. The event is made possible by the collaboration between the municipal administration, the Pro Loco Imola Association, and local associations."
Where: Imola | More Info: Christmas Markets in Piazza Matteotti
Holiday market with artisan stalls and decorations.
The Fiera di Santa Lucia is an ancient tradition dating back to the 16th century and takes place under the portico of the Church of Santa Maria dei Servi. It features Christmas tree decorations, ornaments, nativity scene figurines, and handmade items in a genuine and authentic atmosphere.
Where: Bologna | More Info: Santa Lucia Fair
Semi-staged performances of Norma and Nabucco with a gala dedicated to Verdi.
The Ravenna Festival's Autumn Trilogy presents three different operas on the same stage consecutively, offering a unique experience of classical music.
Where: Ravenna | More Info: Autumn Trilogy
Exhibition that tells the story of Ferrarese art in the 16th century through works by four masters.
The "Il Cinquecento a Ferrara" exhibition recounts the artistic events of early 16th-century Ferrara, featuring works by Ludovico Mazzolino, Ortolano, Garofalo, and Dosso. These artists have contributed to creating a unique Ferrarese figurative world where the ancient and modern blend.
Where: Ferrara | More Info: The 1500s in Ferrara
An event that combines music, culture, and spectacle in a single program.
The New Year's Eve in Rimini doubles its cultural and musical offerings, attracting over 18,000 people to the sea and the historic center. The evening was animated by major music names, including Biagio Antonacci, and events like the castle fire and the artistic video mapping at Teatro Galli.
Where: Rimini | More Info: Rimini’s Long New Year’s Eve
Synchronized fireworks display with music.
The fireworks display at Castel Sismondo is a unique event that transforms the Malatesta castle into a luminous artwork, featuring cascades of fire, colored trails, and intermittent flames synchronized to the music.
Where: Rimini | More Info: Fireworks at Castel Sismondo
Gymnastics competitions with entertainment activities.
Ginnastica in Festa is a national sports event held at the Rimini Fairgrounds. This event combines gymnastics competitions with entertainment activities, offering four days of performances and activities for everyone.
Where: Rimini | More Info: Gymnastics Festival
Unique concert with Neri Marcorè performing Italian classics.
The Christmas concert at Teatro Stignani in Imola will be an exciting musical event with Neri Marcorè performing songs by Battisti, De Gregori, Fossati, and De Andrè. The evening will be accompanied by Domenico Mariorenzi, Fabrizio Guarino, Simone Tallone, and Alessandro Patti.
Where: Imola | More Info: Holiday Concerts at Teatro Stignani
Successful S3 design and implementation
The S3 Conference 2024 is the flagship event for S3 stakeholders from across EU Member States. Organized by the DG for Regional Policy of the European Commission and the S3 CoP Secretariat, in partnership with Emilia-Romagna Region and supported by the Municipality of Rimini, this event brings together professionals, experts, policymakers, and other key stakeholders to network, discuss S3 policy and implementation issues, exchange information and best practices, and gather regions recognized as Regional Innovation Valleys under the NEIA flagship action.
Where: Rimini | More Info: Rimini S3 Conference
Exclusive tour on board the Motor Valley shuttle bus with stops at the main points of interest.
Guided visit to the Enzo and Dino Ferrari Racetrack offers a journey through history and the places where the magic of motorsport comes alive. The exclusive visit includes the pit lane, boxes, control room, and podium, with stops at the main points of interest and panoramic views from the historic tower of the racetrack.
Where: Imola | More Info: Guided Tours of Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari