Last updated: 11 November 2024
Welcome to Rimini's festive season! Our guide takes you through all the city's holiday events, from traditional celebrations in the historic center to modern attractions along the coast.
From the majestic Tiberius Bridge to Piazza Cavour, the historic center transforms into an enchanting Christmas journey. Traditional markets wind through medieval streets, while Christmas lights adorn Corso d'Augusto and Borgo San Giuliano. The ice skating rink in Piazza Malatesta and the Christmas village in Piazza Tre Martiri offer entertainment for the whole family, with the scent of mulled wine and traditional sweets filling the air.
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Rimini Holiday Light Displays
Marineria Nativity Scene
- What to Expect
- A floating nativity scene with illuminated statues in a maritime style.
- Description
- The Presepe della Marineria is a unique installation located on the ancient boats of the Maritime Museum in Cesenatico. Created by the municipality, it represents the nativity in a maritime style with over fifty wooden statues. The statues are illuminated, and the lights create a suggestive effect, making the nativity scene an unique experience.
- Where
- Cesenatico | More Info : Marineria Nativity Scene
Rimini Holiday Markets and Shopping
Christmas Fair
- What to Expect
- Market selling artisanal products and Christmas decorations.
- Description
- The Christmas Fair in Rimini offers a wide range of artisanal products, decorations, and sweets in the heart of the historic center.
- Where
- Rimini | More Info : Christmas Fair
December Sunday Fair
- What to Expect
- Markets and stalls with seasonal items and gifts.
- Description
- The Festa dei Mercatini di Dicembre features various markets and stalls offering gifts and seasonal items, creating a lively and richly traditional atmosphere.
- Where
- Rimini | More Info : December Sunday Fair
Christmas Village
- What to Expect
- Ice skating rink with sea view.
- Description
- The Rimini Christmas Village features an ice skating rink, markets, circus shows, and sand nativity scenes in a festive atmosphere.
- Where
- Rimini | More Info : Christmas Village
Rimini Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Burriravennaoro
- What to Expect
- Exhibition of Alberto Burri's works with innovative materials.
- Description
- The "Burri Ravenna Oro" exhibition showcases significant works by Alberto Burri, inspired by the history and artistic culture of Ravenna, using extra-pictorial materials like tar and pumice stone.
- Where
- Ravenna | More Info : Burriravennaoro
Christmas Concerts
- What to Expect
- "Choose the best available seats on the event map."
- Description
- "A Christmas Carol - Il Canto di Natale is a musical that tells the story of Scrooge in a small English village on Christmas Eve. The event takes place at the Teatro Alighieri in Ravenna on December 23, 2024 at 21:00."
- Where
- Ravenna | More Info : Christmas Concerts
Episodes of Contemporary Mosaic
- What to Expect
- Union of industrial design and digital technologies with artisanal skills in mosaic.
- Description
- Episodi di Mosaico Contemporaneo is a project that sees design and mosaic dialogue and interaction in the production of new and special interior design objects. Curated by Maria Cristina Didero, the project is designed for the noble spaces of Palazzo Rasponi dalle Teste and involves six designers and creatives who have realized mosaic objects using stone and glass tiles.
- Where
- Ravenna | More Info : Episodes of Contemporary Mosaic
Rimini Other Holiday Activities
Biennale of Contemporary Mosaic
- What to Expect
- Exhibition of contemporary mosaics throughout the city of Ravenna.
- Description
- The Biennale di Mosaico Contemporaneo in Ravenna is a unique event celebrating the mosaic technique through exhibitions and installations that combine ancient and contemporary art.
- Where
- Ravenna | More Info : Biennale of Contemporary Mosaic