ALL THE INFO ON CHRISTMAS 2025 IN ROME
Christmas Markets and Villages 2025
Colorful wooden stalls and houses, twinkling lights, artisanal products, games, and gourmet delights: beloved by Romans and tourists alike, Christmas markets are the perfect destination to immerse yourself in the magical holiday atmosphere , shop for new tree decorations, browse for original gifts, nibble on a brittle, and stroll with the family. Especially for the little ones, but not only, are the Christmas Villages , a dive into the fairytale Christmas atmosphere with entertainment, themed attractions, shows, parades, and wonderful surprises.
Piazza Navona Festival 2025 , until January 6th . The beating heart of Christmas in Rome. transforms the square into a large stage: craftsmanship, quality of the offer, services for the Romans, a very rich calendar of evening events , the traditional Epiphany markets with handmade creations, unique products, gastronomic delights and many initiatives for the little ones , until January 6th, the day of the long-awaited arrival of the Befana.
Christmas at Cinecittà World , until January 6th . Rome's Cinema and TV Park awaits you to immerse you in the magic of Christmas: the Christmas Village, Santa's House, Christmas Street, decorated with trees, garlands and spectacular decorations, the Christmas Show, Santa's Mail, the Meet & Greet with Santa Klaus and the Christmas movie characters, the Snowfall on Main Street and the Ice Skating Rink, for an exciting and fun holiday season.
Magic Christmas at MagicLand , until January 6th . The most magical time of the year comes to life at MagicLand with Magic Christmas , an extraordinary adventure to experience the essence of Christmas, among ornaments, decorations, artistic lights and themed music, Santa's Castle, with an enchanted path to Santa Claus, to take a souvenir photo and receive a unique and precious gift.
Christmas at EUR - Christmas Village , until January 6th . The lake in the iconic EUR district is the backdrop for the enchanting Christmas village of the IX Municipio (IX District) event. The Christmas stands offer many original gift ideas, a rich selection of traditional local, Italian, and international foods in charming wooden huts, illuminated by string lights, the evocative and majestic Ferris Wheel, inaugurated on December 8th, the ice skating rink and play area, and for children, Santa's House, where they can leave their letters with their wishes.
The Christmas Village in Piazza Mazzini , until January 6th . The Christmas market returns again this year in the Gardens of Piazza Mazzini with its enchanting Christmas-themed houses and twinkling lights. The offerings include traditional and artisanal products, Christmas decorations and ornaments, sweets and delicacies to savor, and many gift ideas to put under the tree, along with plenty of music and magical moments for the whole family.
Santa's Village , until January 6th . A place where imagination takes shape: 20,000 square meters of sparkle, breathtaking scenery, and spectacular attractions transform this magical place into a true slice of the North Pole, with thrilling attractions, circus shows, musicals, and dazzling lights.
Santa's Fantastic Castle , on the weekends of December, December 8th, December 26th and January 6th . Santa Claus awaits you in his Fantastic Santa Claus Castle , in the Fantastic World of the Fantastic , on an exciting and surprising journey of discovery with great shows, special events, meetings, magic, acrobatics and many surprises.
Christmas World , until January 11th . The spectacular open-air event returns to illuminate Villa Borghese with over 40,000 square meters of pure enchantment: a journey through the atmospheres of Christmas around the world with an even more lively, engaging and original edition, including light installations, scenographic displays, reconstruction of the most iconic cities in a sparkling version, performances, attractions, themed food experiences, Christmas markets, together with the symbolic characters of the village, such as Santa Claus and his elves.
Giftland, the city of gifts , from December 6th to 14th . During the first two weekends of the month , the Vintage Market transforms into the city of the perfect gift, with food, music, and activities for all ages. A 6,000-square-meter market with more than 200 exhibitors from all over Italy, offering crafts, illustrations, ceramics, home decor, design, vinyl records and books, clothing, children's toys, organic cosmetics, Christmas decorations, wreaths, neon lights, plants and flowers, artisanal panettone, and Christmas sweets. The food area is ideal for breakfast, lunch, and tasty aperitifs, and for sipping mulled wine and hot chocolate. There are plenty of activities for the little ones, including creative workshops, animated readings, and games, as well as the presence of Santa Claus for a magical souvenir photo.
Japan Days for Christmas , December 13-14 . The magic of Christmas meets Japanese culture in the evocative spaces of Rome's historic Capannelle Hippodrome . Two days of ancient traditions and vibrant pop culture , packed with unconventional shopping in the market area with over 100 exhibitors, shows, showcases, workshops, talks, live cooking, entertainment for children and families, delicious food, and special guests, in an unforgettable experience for all lovers of Japanese culture.
Borghetto Christmas Market , December 13th and 14th . Two days of crafts, rural food, gospel music, swap parties, local produce, children's workshops, and Christmas gifts at the Borghetto San Carlo Educational Farm.
FRA' – Accessible Gift Fair , December 6-8, 13-14, and 20-21 . Now in its ninth year, Frà di Fusolab 2.0 offers a different way to experience the approaching Christmas. It has created the first Christmas event that aims to overturn the unbridled consumerism of this time of year by promoting accessibility. Each product will be priced at a maximum of 50 euros, preserving the excellent quality and uniqueness that each artisanal piece possesses thanks to the work, passion, and commitment of its creator.
The heart of Christmas is here at Parco Da Vinci , from December 6th to 24th . The magic of Christmas awaits you at the Christmas Market, with sparkling lights, surprising gift ideas, decorations, crafts, traditional sweets and treats, and many surprises for children and families.
Emergency's Christmas Shop , open until December 24th . The initiative is available in 24 Italian cities, including Rome: in the temporary shop at Via IV Novembre 157/B, you can find many gift ideas, including products from the countries where Emergency works or from charitable organizations, to support the right to healthcare in Italy and around the world.
Christmas Market on Via Ugo Ojetti , from December 8th to 26th . The market offers many gift ideas for the upcoming holidays—Christmas crafts, ornaments and decorations, traditional products, and much more—as well as workshops and solidarity initiatives.
The Solara Garden Christmas Village , until January 11th . The largest store entirely dedicated to Christmas decorations, with over 3,000 square meters of exhibition space. A unique project that, since 1997, has recreated the magic of the holiday season in Casal Palocco , in the heart of southern Rome, with special lights, sweet fragrances, trees, nativity scenes, and decorative and furnishing items from all over the world.
Christmas Trees, Nativity Scenes and Lights
A thousand-year history and a unique atmosphere, even more so during the Christmas season when the city is adorned with festoons, lights, and illuminations that add charm to every district and neighborhood. The city's streets and squares transform into an enchanting stage for Christmas trees of all shapes and sizes, small or majestic, set up outdoors but also in shops, shopping centers, and hotels. For those who wish to immerse themselves even more in the Christmas spirit, strolling through Rome and entering its churches offers a chance to admire nativity scenes of every kind, from the most ancient to the most modern, from cork to papier-mâché, wood, or mother-of-pearl. Indeed, Rome itself, in the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore , houses one of the oldest representations of the Nativity.
Christmas trees
People's Square
Rome's traditional Christmas tree, a majestic natural fir of the Abies nordmanniana species, at least 20 meters tall, lights up the monumental and elegant square from which the Tridente shopping district branches off.
St. Peter's Square
A 25-meter-tall Norway spruce from the Alpine valley of Ultimo, in Trentino-Alto Adige. Placed in Bernini's hemicycle, the tree stands out in the square , the heart of world Christianity, next to a reproduction of the Nativity scene, brought this year from the province of Salerno, featuring elements typical of the Nocera area.
Capitol Square
An evocative tree dedicated to peace that stands in the square created by the genius of Michelangelo.
Largo Goldoni
An elegant, contemporary and imaginative tree, made by Fendi, with large coloured glass spheres.
Spanish Steps
A refined and classic tree, positioned on the Spanish Steps . Standing 12 meters tall, it is eco-friendly yet natural-looking, illuminated by inset lights that create a firefly effect and neon rings.
Auditorium Parco della Musica Ennio Morricone
Amidst lights and sounds, the splendid Cavea hosts the Christmas tree of the large multipurpose complex , home of music and all the arts.
Nativity scenes
100 Nativity Scenes in the Vatican , from December 8, 2025 to January 6, 2026
The International Exhibition 100 Nativity Scenes in the Vatican returns for its eighth edition, showcasing works by artists from around the world who have expressed their creativity in depicting Nativity scenes. Housed in the evocative space beneath Bernini's Colonnade in St. Peter's Square , the exhibition brings together numerous nativity scenes, true works of art that, as per tradition, are created using a variety of techniques, styles, and materials —from paper to fabric, from cork to wood—and reflect diverse cultures and traditions.
Street Cleaners' Nativity Scene (permanent nativity scene)
Since 1972, Giuseppe Ianni's nativity scene , enriched year after year, faithfully reproduces, in miniature, Palestine of two thousand years ago with scenes of everyday life, including houses, cobblestones, roads, rivers, bridges, and aqueducts, made from the marble of the colonnade of St. Peter's.
Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore
An artistic masterpiece created by Arnolfo di Cambio in 1291, it features eight stone statuettes depicting Mary, Joseph and the Child, the ox, the donkey, and the Magi. The basilica also houses the relic of the Holy Cradle (according to legend, the precious fragments of wood from the famous manger that held Baby Jesus) and the panniculum, recovered at Christmas 2007, a portion of the swaddling clothes in which Mary wrapped Baby Jesus.
Monumental Neapolitan nativity scene in the Basilica of Saints Cosmas and Damian
A surprisingly large 18th-century Neapolitan nativity scene with wooden and terracotta figurines: against the backdrop of ancient Rome, the baby's cradle is placed between the columns of the Roman Forum.
Nativity Scene in the Basilica of Santa Maria in Ara Coeli/Chapel of the Nativity Scene
Ancient Roman nativity scene in which the famous Capitoline Child is venerated (a copy, the original was stolen in 1994), characterised by the spectacular “Gloria” by Father F. Codogno (1828) and life-size figures by Luigi Ceccon (1858).
Nativity scene of the Church of Santa Maria in Via
Set entirely in 19th-century Rome, it is created by the Italian Association of Friends of the Nativity Scene of Rome with the 18th-century statuettes created by Nicola Maciariello.
Nativity scene in the Church of Santa Maria dell'Anima
Nativity scene with splendid wooden statues, the work of Sebastian Osterrieder (1864-1932), created by the sculptor for William II, Emperor of Germany and King of Prussia (1888-1918).
Nativity scene in the Church of San Marcello al Corso
A nativity scene renowned for its Roman setting, with the shops of ancient Rome providing the backdrop to the nativity scene.
Seven Works of the Nativity: A Look at the Sacred Heart of Rome
Let's discover together seven precious works —held in churches and museums—by seven great artists who have left us a legacy of a "photograph" of a millennia-old event, seen through their eyes, giving us an experience of style , light , color, and emotion . The Nativity of Christ is one of the great artistic and spiritual testimonies depicted in paintings , sculptures , mosaics, and frescoes created over the centuries by the genius of those who, having come to Rome, loved it, and elected it the ideal city for the arts and a symbol of eternal beauty.
Illuminations
Illuminations on Via del Corso
The illuminations of the capital's pulsating shopping artery will inaugurate on December 8, 2025.
Illuminations on Via dei Condotti
Classic and refined, the lights of the elegant Via dei Condotti , created by Hausmann & Co., are composed of suspended spheres, 11 of which are in resin, sculpted and painted by hand, and 17 in woven aluminum with integrated micro-LEDs, for a completely Made in Italy installation with low environmental impact.
Illuminations on Via del Babuino and Via di San Giacomo
The two elegant streets of the Tridente shine with installations inspired by the architecture of the portal of the Hausmann & Co. boutiques, with arches and rosettes in gold-lacquered aluminum with eco-friendly finishes and fillings in low-consumption micro-LEDs, for a total of 5 km of LED tubes used.
Illuminations of Via Margutta
Warm-toned names and stars illuminate the evocative street in the heart of the Trident, which pays homage to the great artists who made it famous and iconic.