Last updated: 11 November 2024
Discover Christmas in Rieti with our complete guide to festive events. The Sabine city is ready to welcome residents and visitors with a program rich in traditions and events in the heart of the historic center.
From the evocative Town Hall to the historic Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II, the city center transforms into a Christmas journey where traditional markets alternate with nativity scene exhibitions. The medieval streets host stalls of artisanal products and local gastronomic specialties, while the Teatro Flavio Vespasiano presents a calendar of concerts and shows. The Sacred Valley, just a few kilometers from the center, offers the opportunity to explore Franciscan sanctuaries decorated for the holidays.
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Rieti Holiday Markets and Shopping
Christmas Markets in Greccio
- What to Expect
- Historical reenactment of Christmas with artistic nativity scenes and traditional crafts.
- Description
- The Christmas Markets in Greccio offer a rich holiday experience with artistic nativity scenes, traditional crafts, and gastronomic stands.
- Where
- Greccio | More Info : Christmas Markets in Greccio
Kingdom of Santa Claus
- What to Expect
- Immersive and unforgettable holiday shopping.
- Description
- The Regno di Babbo Natale is an enchanting place where every corner is a treasure to discover. You will find exclusive decorations, unique nativity scenes, miniature villages, and much more. You can also visit Santa's House, explore the enchanted forest, and participate in magical shows and activities.
- Where
- Vetralla | More Info : Kingdom of Santa Claus
Christmas Markets in Piazza Mazzini
- What to Expect
- Sixty wooden stalls with handmade products and seasonal food.
- Description
- The Christmas market at Piazza Mazzini has returned with sixty wooden stalls offering handmade products and seasonal food. The atmosphere is marked by Christmas carols, star-shaped lights, and a Santa's House for children.
- Where
- Rome | More Info : Christmas Markets in Piazza Mazzini
Christmas Markets in Via Salaria
- What to Expect
- 50 artisanal stands in a 20,000 sqm area
- Description
- The Christmas markets at CityLab 971 feature a large 20,000 sqm area with 50 artisanal stands, food and beverage areas, festive decorations and lighting. The event includes performances and projections, street artists, a kids' area, and an ample internal parking.
- Where
- Rome | More Info : Christmas Markets in Via Salaria
Christmas Markets at Laghetto dell'EUR
- What to Expect
- Covered ice-skating rink and elf village.
- Description
- The Christmas Village at EUR Lake offers a wide range of activities and attractions for all ages, including an ice-skating rink, creative workshops, Christmas markets, and the chance to meet Santa Claus.
- Where
- Rome | More Info : Christmas Markets at Laghetto dell'EUR
Rieti Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Viterbo Christmas Village
- What to Expect
- Historic and modern attractions in a snowy landscape.
- Description
- The Viterbo Christmas Village is an unmissable event that transports visitors to a world of snow and ice, featuring attractions like the Nativity Scene, the Ice World, and the Ancient Carousel.
- Where
- Viterbo | More Info : Viterbo Christmas Village
Cinecittà World Christmas Village
- What to Expect
- Complete immersion in an enchanting culture with over 220 large light installations.
- Description
- Cinecittà World transforms into a large Christmas Village with 40 attractions, shows, and themed activities. Guests can enjoy traditional holiday treats, visit the Christmas Street, and meet Santa Claus and Father Christmas. The Chinese Lantern Festival and the ice show Christmas On Ice are just a few of the 2024 highlights.
- Where
- Rome | More Info : Cinecittà World Christmas Village
Nativity Scenes in Greccio
- What to Expect
- Historical-theatrical representation of the first Nativity scene in the world with characters in medieval costumes.
- Description
- The Greccio Nativity is a historical-theatrical representation of the first Nativity scene in the world, created in six living scenes with characters in medieval costumes. The scenery with its suggestive lighting and the devotion of the actors make this event absolutely spectacular.
- Where
- Greccio | More Info : Nativity Scenes in Greccio
Rieti Other Holiday Activities
Feast of the Immaculate Conception
- What to Expect
- Unique liturgical celebration with specific prayers and reflections for the Immaculate Conception.
- Description
- The Feast of the Immaculate Conception is a solemn celebration of the Italian Catholic Church honoring the mystery of the immaculate conception of Mary. This feast, celebrated on December 8, is a moment of reflection and prayer for the faithful.
- Where
- Rome | More Info : Feast of the Immaculate Conception