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Florence comes alive for Christmas 2025 around the Duomo and Ponte Vecchio, where Renaissance backdrops glow with seasonal lights and carols. You'll discover Christmas entertainment, winter events and festive activities that celebrate art, cuisine and timeless holiday beauty.
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Top Christmas Events In and Around Florence
- Florence Lights Up, Christmas Lights Festival
- Mercatini di Natale di Firenze
- Christmas Market - Piazza Santa Croce
- New Year's Concert 2025 (Firenze)
- Christmas Concert with Orchestra della Toscana (Firenze)
- Terracina Living Nativity Scene (Terracina)
- Piazzale Vittorio Veneto Winter Attractions
- Carmagnola Christmas Markets (Carmagnola)
- Florence Christmas Lights and Events 2024
- Bitonto Christmas Edition: The Streets of Flowers (Bitonto)
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Florence Christmas Events
Florence Christmas Markets and Shopping
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Immerse yourself in the festive spirit at the Florence Christmas Market in Piazza Santa Croce, a charming event with a German and international touch. Browse over 100 wooden chalets offering handmade gifts, global decorations, and local crafts. Indulge in delicious traditional foods like bratwurst and chimney cake, and warm up with mulled wine. The city also comes alive with the 'Green Light Festival,' featuring spectacular light installations.
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Immerse yourself in the festive spirit at the traditional German Christmas market in Florence's Piazza Santa Croce. Discover unique handcrafted gifts, charming home decorations, and cozy winter clothing from charming wooden stalls. Savor authentic German treats like pretzels and Bavarian sausages, and warm up with mulled wine and strudel. A special Santa's House offers Christmas games for children, making it a perfect holiday destination.
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Experience the magic of Christmas in Carmagnola at their annual Christmas Market. Discover a delightful array of local artisan crafts, unique Christmas decorations, and delicious Piedmontese food specialties. Enjoy live music and a festive atmosphere perfect for finding special gifts and soaking in the holiday spirit.
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Empoli transforms into 'Città del Natale' with dazzling light installations and a grand Christmas tree. Explore a traditional market filled with local crafts and delicious food, perfect for finding unique gifts. The Winter Park offers ice skating, a Ferris wheel, and a charming tourist train, while weekend parades add to the festive atmosphere.
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Discover the magic of the Nataleperfile Christmas Market, an annual fundraising event held at the historic Palazzo Corsini. This cherished tradition offers a unique opportunity to find original Christmas gifts from 30 diverse exhibitors, featuring clothing, accessories, beauty, home decor, design, and gastronomy. Explore special '100% File' areas, including donated items, a vintage collection, and home goods, all while supporting a vital palliative care service.
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Empoli transforms into a magical Christmas village from November 15, 2025, to January 11, 2026. Visitors can explore the bustling Christmas Market in the historic center, filled with traditional wooden stalls offering local crafts, typical products, and delicious treats. The city comes alive with dazzling lights, festive music, and engaging animations, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for all ages. Discover unique gift ideas and savor traditional flavors in this enchanting holiday celebration.
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Faenza transforms into an enchanted Christmas village from November 30th to January 6th. The historic center comes alive with festive lights, a Christmas Village in Piazza della Libertà, and a charming market. Enjoy ice skating, meet Santa, and discover artisanal crafts and local treats.
Florence Christmas Light Displays
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Florence comes alive with 'Florence Lights Up,' a dazzling festival of lights that illuminates the city's historic monuments and squares. Witness the iconic Ponte Vecchio transformed into a luminous canvas through captivating video-mapping. Palazzo Vecchio and the church of San Paolino will also be illuminated with artistic projections that share themes of heritage protection and responsible tourism.
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Experience the magic of winter at Piazzale Vittorio Veneto in Florence! From early December 2024 to March 2025, enjoy a towering 55-meter Ferris wheel offering stunning city vistas. The initial phase, until January 19th, features a massive ice-skating rink, festive decorations, and family-friendly entertainment. From January 20th to March 31st, discover cultural events, small shows, and a market showcasing delicious Tuscan food and local crafts.
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Florence illuminates the holiday season with a spectacular display of lights and festive events throughout the city. Iconic landmarks like Ponte Vecchio and Palazzo Vecchio will be adorned with captivating light projections, while artistic illuminations will grace historic buildings and popular shopping streets. Families can delight in Santa's house, charming carriage rides, and a special train journey to Santa's Village. Explore traditional Christmas markets offering unique crafts and seasonal treats, making Florence a magical destination for the holidays.
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Experience the magic of Christmas in Bitonto with 'The Streets of Flowers - Christmas Edition'. This enchanting event transforms the historic center into a festive spectacle, inviting residents and visitors to admire and vote for the most beautifully decorated streets. Discover creative, eco-friendly holiday displays and immerse yourself in the joyous spirit of the season.
Florence Christmas Movies, Theater and Entertainment
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Ring in the New Year in Florence with a spectacular concert by the Orchestra della Toscana at the historic Teatro Verdi. Under the masterful direction of Gianna Fratta, the orchestra will present a program that traverses the dramatic intensity of opera to the lighthearted charm of operetta. Featuring acclaimed soprano Daniela Cappiello and tenor Reinaldo Droz, the concert promises a rich tapestry of musical styles, from Verdi and Tchaikovsky to Offenbach and Bernstein, offering an unforgettable start to 2025.
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Join the Orchestra della Toscana for a special Christmas Concert at the Teatro Verdi in Florence. This enchanting evening features the brilliant conductor Nicolò Jacopo Suppa and the promising cellist Ettore Pagano. The program includes Rossini's lively overture, Tchaikovsky's poignant cello piece, Stravinsky's elegant Suite Italienne, and concludes with Mozart's magnificent 'Jupiter' Symphony.
Florence Other Christmas Activities
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Step back in time at the Terracina Living Nativity Scene, a captivating event that transforms the historic center into a vibrant Bethlehem. Experience the sacred narrative unfold through beautifully staged scenes, brought to life by dedicated local actors. This immersive journey follows the story from the Annunciation to the birth of Jesus, offering a profound and emotional connection to the timeless tale.
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Experience the magic of the holiday season at Palazzo Medici Riccardi with a special program of festive events. Immerse yourself in art, music, and history with activities like 'Dances at Court,' animated readings of 'A Christmas Carol,' and enchanting musical performances. Discover the palace's grandeur through guided tours and special exhibitions, making for a memorable Christmas celebration.
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Step back in time at the Living Nativity Scene in Ottaviano's historic center. This cherished event, now in its 14th edition, features over 250 characters and 40 authentic postions. Witness biblical scenes unfold, from the Angel's Annunciation to Mary to the arrival of the Three Wise Men. Explore the vibrant atmosphere of traditional artisan workshops, including shoemakers and coopers, and browse a lively market. The air will be filled with the enchanting sounds of traditional Christmas music, creating a truly magical experience for all.
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