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Last updated: December 01, 2024

Discover the Christmas spirit in Novara with our complete guide to festive events. We'll guide you through the most interesting seasonal celebrations, from traditional festivities to modern attractions that bring the historic center to life.

The beating heart of the festivities is in Piazza Martiri, where the Christmas market offers artisanal products and local gastronomic specialties. From here, walking along the illuminated Via Cannobio, you reach the Visconti-Sforza Castle, which hosts exhibitions and cultural events. The Basilica of San Gaudenzio and the Cathedral join the celebrations with sacred music concerts and living nativity scenes, while the arcades of Corso Cavour host stalls and children's entertainment.

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Novara Holiday Light Displays

What to Expect:

Two included navigation services for a unique cruise in the Borromean Gulf.

Description:

The Christmas Cruise among the Luminous Islands offers a wonderful holiday experience on Lake Maggiore. Immerse yourself in the natural landscape of the Borromean Gulf and admire the extraordinary holiday illuminations of Isola Bella and Isola dei Pescatori. The cruise includes two navigation services: the connection from Stresa to Isola dei Pescatori and the cruise in the Borromean Gulf.

Where: Stresa | More Info: Christmas Cruise among the Islands of Light

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"Delivering letters to Santa Claus on the island of San Giulio"

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"The Island of Santa Claus" is an event dedicated to families with many fun and creative activities. Children can embark accompanied by cheerful elves and reach the island of San Giulio to deliver their letter directly to Santa Claus in his cottage.

Where: Orta San Giulio | More Info: Santa Claus House on San Giulio Island

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Novara Holiday Markets and Shopping

What to Expect:

Holiday market with local products and entertainment in Piazza Castello.

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Natale nelle Cantine in Ghemme is a holiday event held among the ancient cellars and alleys of the Ghemme castle-ricetto. Hobbyists, exhibitors, artisans, and friends gather to offer local products, coffee, chocolate, and mulled wine. In Piazza Castello, the Gusto event features local products and meals for lunch and dinner.

Where: Ghemme | More Info: Christmas in the Cellars

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Santa's House and local artisan market.

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The Magical Christmas Country is an event spread across the Langhe, Monferrato, and Roero regions, celebrating Christmas with unique markets, shows, and traditions. Asti, Govone, and San Damiano d'Asti come together to offer an engaging Christmas experience.

Where: Asti | More Info: The Magical Christmas Town

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The only Christmas market in Italy to enter the European Top Ten of European Best Destinations.

Description:

The Christmas Market in Asti is a unique event held in the historic Piazza Alfieri, featuring 130 wooden stalls with handmade products, food, and street food. The atmosphere is characterized by sparkling lights, scents, and festive music.

Where: Asti | More Info: Asti Christmas Market

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The Ice Queen is the undisputed star of the event.

Description:

The Christmas Markets in Macugnaga offer a warm and welcoming holiday atmosphere, surrounded by sparkling lights, enveloping scents, and enchanting melodies. The Ice Queen is the undisputed star of the event, entertaining visitors with performances and surprises in a fairy-tale setting. Local artisans will showcase unique creations, traditional foods, and festive treats.

Where: Macugnaga | More Info: Macugnaga Christmas Markets

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Novara Other Holiday Activities

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Lantern walk through the chalets of the Old Village.

Description:

The Lanternata in Macugnaga is an event that features a lantern walk through the characteristic chalets of the Old Village, culminating with Santa Claus's arrival in Piazza Municipio.

Where: Macugnaga | More Info: Lantern Parade in Macugnaga

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