Christmas Markets in Naples and Campania, here are the best ones to visit
Experience Christmas in Naples and Campania It is a journey through scents, lights and traditions that warm the heart. From the colours of Christmas Village at Edenlandia, perfect for families, to the timeless magic of the Palace of Portici and Pietrarsa Museum, each place tells a unique story. Pushing towards the province, discover the wonders of the villages of Sant'Antonio Abate e Slightly, or the spectacular illuminations of Sorrento. The enchanting atmospheres of Caserta are not lacking, with its Christmas Village. Each market is a little world where Christmas comes to life, ready to amaze you.
Markets in Naples and province
Free Christmas Villages at Edenlandia and Acquaflash: events, dates and activities
From 1 December 2024 al 6 January 2025Two free Christmas villages will take place at Fuorigrotta e Licola: one at Edenlandia and the other to theAquaflashThe event, called Christmas country, will offer attractions such as ice skating rinks, artistic lights, markets and shows. The villages will be open from 10:30 22:30 and the inauguration includes great parades 1 December and the 7th December.
Visitors will be able to explore the Christmas factory and attend shows of new boom in musicals, comedians and street artists. The 10th December, one is expected fundraising is preferably used for Santobono Pausilipon Foundation. Also, this year there will be the Christmas Games, Christmas-themed games to entertain participants. The villages offer a magical and free experience, with activities for all ages, making Christmas unforgettable.
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- Events: Free Christmas villages in Fuorigrotta (Edenlandia) and Licola (Acquaflash) from 1 December 2024 to 6 January 2025.
- Edenlandia opening hours: From 1st to 22nd December: weekdays 16:00-22:00, holidays 10:00-24:00; from 1st to 6th January 2025: 10:00-24:00.
- Acquaflash opening hours: December 7-8, 14-15, 21-23, 27-30: 10:30-22:30; from January 1 to 6, 2025: variable hours from 10:30 to midnight.
- Fundraising: December 10, 2024 in favor of the Santobono Pausilipon Foundation.
- Entrance: free for all activities in the villages.
Family Park Napoli: the Christmas village at the Agnano Hippodrome
Family Park Napoli, the large Christmas village, will be held on the weekends of 7 and 8, 14 and 15 and 22 December 2024 at the Agnano Hippodrome, extending over more than 10.000 m². This event is designed for the whole family, with indoor and outdoor spaces, where you can spend a day immersed in the magic of Christmas. Among the main attractions are the Santa Claus Station, Santa's house, the Village of the Elves with creative workshops, and the Mary Poppins World, which offers shows inspired by the famous nanny. For the little ones, there will be educational musicals such as Gomitolino The Little Yeti and inflatable areas. There will be no shortage of Christmas markets with over 50 chalets and a wide range of street food for every taste. With free admission for children up to 10 years old on some dates, Family Park Napoli is an unmissable experience for those who love Christmas.
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- Location: Agnano Hippodrome, Naples
- Date: 7-8, 14-15, 22 December 2024
- Opening hours: 10: 00 - 20: 00
- Price: Full price from €11, free for children under 10 on 7 and 14 December
- Activities: Christmas markets, shows, workshops, street food, inflatable areas
Christmas City in Sant'Antonio Abate: Dates, Times and Attractions for 2024
Il 30th November 2024 will be inaugurated City of Christmas a Sant'Antonio Abate, Naples, with a parade and the Santa's cart. This annual event attracts thousands of visitors for its scenography and performances. The event will take place in Freedom Square, Sandro Pertini wide and the natural Park. The mayor Ilaria Abagnale invites everyone to participate, promising an enchanted atmosphere with music and skaters. Ecosystem's staff is Xmas Village80057 will offer to the children the chance to meet Santa Claus and experience the magic of Christmas. Among the attractions planned will be the Christmas markets a ice rink and big ferris wheel. The Christmas City will be open from 2th December al 26 December 2024, with entrance Loano train station. Sant'Antonio Abate thus becomes one of the most evocative places for the festivities in Campania.
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- inauguration: November 30, 2024 with a festive inauguration parade.
- Where it is: Piazza della Libertà, Largo Sandro Pertini and the Natural Park of the Municipality of Sant'Antonio Abate, in the province of Naples.
- Duration: From December 2, 2024 to December 26, 2024.
- Entrance: Free.
- Opening hours: Not yet communicated.
Christmas World: the temporary Christmas shop in Sant'Antonio Abate
Il Christmas World has opened a Sant'Antonio Abate, in the province of Napoli, offering a unique Christmas shopping experience. This temporary store is dedicated to the holidays and features a wide selection of decorations, shine e gift ideas. Among the available products are:
- Christmas trees of different sizes
- Traditional decorations like balls and bows
- Garlands and lights for interiors and exteriors
- Centerpieces and decorations for the House
Each item is chosen to suit various styles, from classic to modern, with attention to quality. Christmas World will remain open only for a limited period, until the Christmas holidays, to allow everyone to find decorations for the celebrations. It is located in Scafati Street No. 20, easily accessible for residents and visitors of the province of Napoli.
Useful Information
- Name: Christmas World
- Place: Via Scafati n. 20, Sant'Antonio Abate (Naples)
- Opening period: Until after the Christmas holidays
Christmas Markets 2024 at the Reggia di Portici: events, traditions and gastronomy
Il Royal Riding Track of the Palace of Portici will host i Christmas markets by 12 to 22 December 2024The event, with free admission, will feature approximately 30 exhibitors with gift ideas, Christmas decorations, typical products e gastronomic specialitiesThe stands will be located in the Royal Riding Track, opened from 10: 00 to 20: 00, with a food & beverage area until 21:00, offering dishes such as fried pizzas, sandwiches, arrosticini e chestnuts.
The Markets are part of Christmas at the Royal Palace 2024, which will take place from 12 December 2024 to 6 January 2025, Organized by the Department of Agriculture of the University Federico II of Naples and the MUSA Center. The program includes shows, guided tours, seminars e handicraft booth.
Christmas in the Palace offers a unique opportunity to experience the magic of Christmas in a historical context, with large internal parking and a program that combines tradition and innovation.
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Useful Information
- Location: Royal Riding Track of the Palace of Portici
- Date: 12 – 22 December 2024
- Opening hours: 10:00 – 20:00 (food & beverage area until 21:00)
- Free admission
- Event part of Christmas in the Palace 2024, which will take place from 12 December 2024 to 6 January 2025
Christmas Markets 2024 at the Pietrarsa Museum: opening hours, activities and entrances
The magic of Christmas it manifests itself to the National Railway Museum of Pietrarsa with the 6th edition of the Christmas Markets, open until 6 January 2025. THE wooden houses offer unique handcrafted products e Campania food and wine excellences.
This year's theme is The Wizard of Oz, with characters like Dorothy and Scarecrow that enliven the event. The program includes theater show, performance by street artists e gospel choirs.
Children can write the letter to Santa Claus and visit the Santa's HouseThe museum offers guided tours and discounts for those who use the Pietrarsa Express, with entrances starting from 1 €.
Opening hours: from Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00-22:00. Prices: 8 € weekdays, 14 € weekend. Contacts: FS Foundation, LiveTicket, 081 472003.
Useful Information
- Place: National Railway Museum of Pietrarsa
- Order date: until 6 January 2025
- Timetables: Tuesday to Sunday from 10pm to 00am
- Ticket prices: Full price weekdays 8 euros, weekends 14 euros, reduced 6 euros
- Contacts: Phone 081 472003
Markets in Caserta
Natale Village Caserta: Santa Claus Village, Street Food and Shows from 6 to 22 December 2024
Il Christmas Village a Caserta will take place from 6 to 22 December 2024 on weekends, at the A1Expò Exhibition Center di San Marco EvangelistaThe event is free, with opening hours from 15: 00 to 22: 00 on Friday and from 10: 00 to 22: 00 Saturday and Sunday. The Santa's Village is the main attraction, with Christmas markets, shows of puppets e buskers. Children will be able to have fun with the entertainment, the baby dance and photos with the Disney Mascot.
An inflatable area will be available for children at a cost of 6 €, while access to the Santa's Village and of 5 €. There will also be a selection of street food e Christmas illuminations for a magical atmosphere. The internal parking coastline 3 €. For information, contact 0823 1766542 o 351 1763590.
Useful Information
- Event: Christmas Village
- Location: A1Expò Exhibition Centre, Viale delle Industrie 10, San Marco Evangelista (Caserta Sud)
- Date: December 6-22, 2024, weekends
- Opening hours: Friday 15:00-22:00; Saturday and Sunday 10:00-22:00
- Prices: Free entry; Santa Claus Village 5 euros; inflatable area 6 euros; parking 3 euros
Christmas under the Portico: markets and many Christmas events in Portico di Caserta
From 7 December 2024 to 6 January 2025, Portico di Caserta will be transformed into a magical place with Christmas under the Portico, an event that combines tradition, shows and fun for adults and children. Known as the “Country of Bottari,” Portico offers a rich program of events that include Christmas markets in Remembrance Square, live shows, creative workshops, the Classic Neapolitan Nativity Scene and breathtaking lights.
Among the highlights, there will be the lighting ceremony of the giant tree, puppet shows, concerts, Santa Claus parades and the evocative procession of the Baby Jesus on Christmas Eve. There will be no shortage of social initiatives, dance recitals, games for children and activities dedicated to the elderly, culminating in the Epiphany party with gifts for the little ones. A month of emotions to experience together with the community.
Useful Information
- Location: Portico of Caserta, Remembrance Square
- Date: From 7 December 2024 to 6 January 2025
- Price: Free admission
- Activities: Christmas markets, Nativity scene, live shows, creative workshops, events for children and seniors
- Opening hours: Variables, consult the complete program on site
Markets in Campania
Events and Magic of Christmas in Sorrento 2024
A Sorrento, Christmas It is transformed into a Christmas village rich of cultural events, music e traditional. Programming includes lights, shows and the Santa's Village, with concerts e markets that animate the city. The Christmas events begin on 23th November with the lighting of the tree in Piazza Tasso and continue until theEpiphany. Ecosystem's staff is Course Italy will host the Inaugural parade of the Santa's Village il 30th NovemberThe calendar offers puppet shows in Piazza Tasso, concerts in historic churches and Teatro Tasso, and workshops for children in Villa Fiorentino. Among the attractions there are also markets al Cloister of San Francesco and the living crib. Events end on 19st January, with main activities concentrated in December.
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- Location: Sorrento
- Events start: November 23rd
- End of events: January 19th
- Main locations: Piazza Tasso, Villa Fiorentino, Cloister of San Francesco
- Full program available , here
Christmas Markets 2024 at the Lettere Castle: Crafts and Traditions in the Heart of the Lattari Mountains
Discover an experience of Christmas unforgettable to the Christmas markets al Medieval Castle of Lettere, from 9th November 2024 al 6 January 2025. Located in the Lattari Mountains, the castle will be transformed into a place of Artistic craftsmanship e medieval atmosphere open every Saturday e Sunday. Among the wonders you will find wooden houses with cribs, Christmas decorations, and artistic ceramics. Delight your palate with the roasted chestnuts, hanged provolone, and the new wine of Letters.
Il Castle Letters also offers entertainment for all ages, with shows, Santa's House for the little ones e cultural visits to the Tower of Grain and Medieval Museum. The markets are open Saturday From 18: 00 to 23: 30 e Sunday From 16: 00 to 23: 30. The entrance fee is 8 euros for adults e 5 euros for children. Don't miss the opportunity to experience the magic of Christmas in this enchanting corner of Campania!
Useful Information
- Place: Medieval Castle of Lettere
- Order date: from the 9 November 2024 to the 6 January 2025
- Timetables: sabato 18:00-23:30, domenica 16:00-23:30
- Entrance fees: 8 euros for adults, 5 euros for children (6-12 years)
- Parking: available for a fee with shuttle included
Experience Christmas at Grassano Park: markets, ice rink and shows
From November 30 at 29 December 2024, Park of the Grassano in San Salvatore Telesino, in the province of Benevento, hosts the suggestive Christmas markets. Immersed in the nature of the Telesina Valley, the park offers an enchanted setting with large meadows, centuries-old trees and a river path. For the occasion, the park is transformed into a magical place with lights, shows and Christmas activities.
Among the main attractions will be the Skating ring, Santa's House, cookie workshops, street artist performances and the Gospel choir. There will also be local craft stands, street food and shows with characters such as the Grinch and the Jesters. The events are spread over several dates, offering an experience suitable for all ages, perfect for immersing yourself in the Christmas spirit.
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- Location: Grassano Park, San Salvatore Telesino (BN)
- Date: From November 30th to December 29th 2024
- Opening hours: 10: 30 - 22: 00
- Price: Morning: €5; Evening: Full €8, Reduced €5; free for children up to 3 years and disabled people
- Activities: Christmas markets, ice rink (€5), Santa Claus' house, biscuit workshops (€3), musical and artistic shows
Christmas Markets 2024 at the Castello dell'Ettore in Apice Vecchia
I Christmas markets will take place at Castle of the Hector di Old apex by November 9 at 15 December 2024, every weekend. This magical event offers an enchanting atmosphere and an opportunity to rediscover the true Christmas spirit.
Among the features wooden houses, visitors will find local crafts, as handcrafted cribs e hand painted ceramics, and they will be able to taste typical flavors of the Campania tradition, including Benevento cured meats e hanged provolone.
The castle will also offer entertainment activities, such as shows Jester, Fire Jugglers, and the Hogwarts School of Magic. Furthermore, there will be historical re-enactments e guided tours to the village.
The entrance fee is 10 € for adults e 5 € for children up to 10 years. Free parking and shuttle are available for easy and convenient access.
The opening dates will be the November 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24, 30 and December 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, with variable hours on weekends.
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- Place: Hector's Castle, Apice Vecchia, Benevento
- Date: November 9 - December 15, 2024
- Timetables: Saturday 15:00 PM to 22:00 PM; Sunday 10:30 AM to 22:00 PM
- Prezzi: Adults and children 10 euros; Children up to 10 years 5 euros
- Parking and shuttle: Free parking at Apice Nuova; shuttle at 2 euros per person
Avellino Christmas Village 2024: Christmas Holidays Program and Attractions
From 6 December 2024 to 6 January 2025, Piazza della Libertà in Avellino hosts the Avellino Christmas Village, Christmas village rich of shows, markets, buskers e tastings. Among the attractions, the Santa's House offers activities such as taking pictures and sending letters. The National Puppet Theatre by Mauro Apicella entertains children with stories of Pulcinella.
Another unique experience is the ice skating rink, immersed in a festive atmosphere. I Christmas markets present typical local products, regional sweets e unique craftsmanship, also promoting the De Luca Art High School of Avellino.
In collaboration with theManlio Rossi-Doria Institute andAvellino Chefs Association, the village offers Taste Lounges e Taste Workshops with famous chefs. The program includes shows di Flag-wavers and Musicians, Buffoons' barrack, pipers and concerts of folk music.
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- Event: Avellino Christmas Village
- Location: Liberty Square, Avellino
- Date: From December 6, 2024 to January 6, 2025
- Attractions: Santa Claus House, Puppet Theatre, Ice Skating Rink, Christmas Markets
- Gastronomy: Workshops and tastings with local chefs
Santa Claus Village in Agropoli: Markets, Events and Christmas Magic
From 22th November 2024 al 6 January 2025, Agropoli will host the Santa's Village at Liborio Bonifacio ParkThe event includes Christmas markets, afood area with typical dishes a eco-friendly ice rink and anchildren's play area.
La Santa's House It will be the heart of the village, where the elfi will guide visitors on a journey that starts from thePost office and ends in the Hall of the Throne, for special meetings with Santa Claus.
La Parade of Dreams il 17th November 2024 will inaugurate the season with a festive procession of Disney characters e Marvel superheroes. The event is organized by OPVS social enterprise and supported by the municipal administration.
Participate in the Santa's Village means immersing yourself in a magical atmosphere, ideal for families and friends, to experience moments of divertissement e Christmas warmth.
Useful Information
- Event: Santa's Village
- Place: Liborio Bonifacio Park, Taverna Street, Agropoli
- Order date: From November 22 2024 6 to January 2025
- Opening time: Variano, see the complete calendar
- Opening event: Parade of Dreams on November 17, 2024, 12:XNUMX, starting from Piazza Vittorio Veneto