Last updated: 11 November 2024
Welcome to the Vicenza Christmas events guide, your complete source for discovering all the festive activities in the city. From the historic center to the outskirts, we'll guide you through the most anticipated celebrations of the year.
Piazza dei Signori transforms into the beating heart of the festivities, with the traditional Christmas market extending to Corso Palladio. The stalls offer artisanal products and local gastronomic specialties, while the Palladian Basilica provides a majestic backdrop to the lights and decorations. Along Corso Fogazzaro and in the surrounding squares, you can find musical performances, cultural events, and children's activities that animate the entire historic center.
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Vicenza Holiday Light Displays
Christmas Tree in Piazza dei Signori
- What to Expect
- Musical performance of Christmas carols in front of a 10-meter tall Christmas tree.
- Description
- The Christmas tree lighting ceremony in Piazza dei Signori was a musical and festive event, with the 1A class of the Music Department of the Secondary School "Calderari" performing three Christmas carols along with other music classes from local schools.
- Where
- Vicenza | More Info : Christmas Tree in Piazza dei Signori
Light Illuminations and Projections
- What to Expect
- Light displays and projections in historic squares.
- Description
- The light displays and projections in Vicenza transform the city into a winter atmosphere with LED lights and luminous projections in the most suggestive squares.
- Where
- Vicenza | More Info : Light Illuminations and Projections
Vicenza Holiday Markets and Shopping
Verona Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Unique for its combination of traditional craftsmanship and culinary specialties.
- Description
- The Verona Christmas Markets offer a festive atmosphere with over 100 exhibitors offering gift ideas, decorations, traditional culinary specialties, and local products. The Christmas tree lighting ceremony takes place on Friday, November 17 at 18:00.
- Where
- Verona | More Info : Verona Christmas Market
Christmas Gardens in Asiago
- What to Expect
- Wooden stalls with unique decorations and local flavors.
- Description
- The Christmas Gardens in Asiago offer a variety of items, from glass and wood decorations to Asiago pastry shop sweets, creating an cheerful and colorful atmosphere.
- Where
- Asiago | More Info : Christmas Gardens in Asiago
Bassano del Grappa Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- A carousel of gift ideas and local specialties.
- Description
- The Christmas Markets in Bassano del Grappa offer a unique atmosphere with gift ideas, local specialties, and Christmas tree decorations.
- Where
- Bassano del Grappa | More Info : Bassano del Grappa Christmas Market
Pedavena Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Entertainment activities for both children and adults.
- Description
- The Christmas Market at Pedavena offers a winter atmosphere with craft stalls, hot chocolate, mulled wine, games, and Christmas accessories. The park features entertainment activities for both children and adults, such as treasure hunts and Christmas quizzes.
- Where
- Pedavena | More Info : Pedavena Christmas Market
Venice Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Three large ice skating rinks in various locations.
- Description
- The Christmas Market in Venice offers a variety of handmade products and culinary delights, creating a welcoming atmosphere for both adults and children.
- Where
- Venice | More Info : Venice Christmas Market
Vicenza Christmas Village
- What to Expect
- Holiday markets with wooden chalets and local specialties.
- Description
- The Vicenza Christmas Village features a variety of holiday markets and attractions, with wooden chalets selling handmade crafts and local specialties, as well as shows and entertainment for children.
- Where
- Vicenza | More Info : Vicenza Christmas Village
Handmerry Christmas
- What to Expect
- Handmade products and entertainment for both adults and children.
- Description
- Handmerry Christmas is an event held in Corte dei Bissari and Piazza dei Signori, featuring handmade products and entertainment for both adults and children.
- Where
- Vicenza | More Info : Handmerry Christmas
Epiphany Fair
- What to Expect
- One of the oldest Befana fairs in Italy with a wide variety of products.
- Description
- The Epiphany Market in Vicenza is one of the oldest Befana fairs in Italy, featuring over a hundred stalls offering a wide range of products, from sweets for filling stockings to vinyl records and art pieces.
- Where
- Vicenza | More Info : Epiphany Fair
Unico – The Handmade Market
- What to Expect
- Over 30 artisans with unique creations.
- Description
- Unico – The Handmade Market features over 30 artisans showcasing their unique creations. The event takes place in Corso Fogazzaro on Friday, September 13, and Saturday, September 14, from 5:00 PM to 1:00 AM.
- Where
- Vicenza | More Info : Unico – The Handmade Market
Vicenza Holiday Shows and Entertainment
The Magic of Christmas in Piazza Duomo
- What to Expect
- "Parade of Bernese cattle dogs and bagpiper music."
- Description
- "The Christmas magic in Piazza Duomo features bagpipers and a parade of Bernese cattle dogs, creating a unique and engaging atmosphere."
- Where
- Vicenza | More Info : The Magic of Christmas in Piazza Duomo
Concerts and Shows for Children
- What to Expect
- Musical and theatrical performances specifically designed for children.
- Description
- The concert and children's show season offers a variety of musical and theatrical events designed for young audiences. These shows include musicals, concerts, and theatrical performances that stimulate the imagination and creativity of children.
- Where
- Vicenza | More Info : Concerts and Shows for Children
Bernese Cattle Dogs Parade
- What to Expect
- Parade of Bernese dogs with characteristic carts.
- Description
- The Boaro Bernese dog parade is a unique event where the dogs pull characteristic carts through Vicenza's historic center.
- Where
- Vicenza | More Info : Bernese Cattle Dogs Parade
New Year's Eve in Viale Roma
- What to Expect
- Max Gazzè concert in a greenery-immersed location.
- Description
- The New Year's Eve in Viale Roma, Vicenza, offers a grand evening of music and entertainment with Max Gazzè's concert, entertainment, and food, beer, and hot drink areas.
- Where
- Vicenza | More Info : New Year's Eve in Viale Roma
Vicenza Other Holiday Activities
Ice Skating Rink
- What to Expect
- Covered ice rink with children's rides and candy house.
- Description
- The covered ice rink at Campo Marzo offers a fun ice skating experience for both children and adults, featuring two children's rides and a candy house.
- Where
- Vicenza | More Info : Ice Skating Rink