Bolzano Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025

Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Bolzano and surrounding areas

Bolzano celebrates Christmas 2025 with Mercatino di Natale around Piazza Walther, glowing Holiday lights and a blend of Alpine and Tyrolean holiday activities. Browse traditional stalls for crafts, foods and performances that highlight regional flavors and family fun. The city’s mountain setting adds crisp winter air to seasonal festivals, offering plenty of things to do from outdoor markets to cozy concerts in historic venues throughout the festive season.

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Bolzano Christmas Events

All Christmas Events Within 25 Miles of Bolzano

Bolzano Christmas Markets and Shopping

Bolzano Christmas Market

πŸ’° $$
πŸ“ Piazza Walther

Immerse yourself in the enchanting atmosphere of the Bolzano Christmas Market, a beloved tradition since 1991. Wander through charming wooden chalets in Piazza Walther and the adjacent Christmas Park, discovering unique artisan crafts, festive decorations, and delicious regional treats. Enjoy live music, the scent of mulled wine, and the sparkle...

Mercatino di Natale Bolzano

πŸ’° $$
πŸ“ Piazza Walther

Experience Italy's largest Christmas market in Bolzano, a magical event filling Piazza Walther with festive cheer. Discover over 70 stalls offering unique artisan crafts, traditional decorations, and delicious Christmas treats. Children will delight in pony rides, puppet shows, and a charming carousel, creating unforgettable winter memories for families, couples, and...

Mercatino di Natale Bolzano

πŸ’° $$
πŸ“ Piazza Walther

Immerse yourself in the enchanting atmosphere of Italy's largest Christmas market in Bolzano. Wander through Piazza Walther, adorned with festive lights and the scent of cinnamon and mulled wine. Discover nearly 100 wooden stalls offering unique artisan crafts, traditional decorations, and delightful Christmas gifts. This magical event promises a festive...

Magia d'Avvento a San Genesio Christmas Market (San Genesio Atesino)

πŸ’° $
πŸ“ Centro del paese

Experience the 'Magia d'Avvento' (Magic of Advent) in San Genesio Atesino. This delightful Christmas market offers a charming collection of local artisan crafts and handmade decorations. Indulge in a variety of culinary delights and seasonal treats, and warm up with festive mulled wine. It's a perfect opportunity to soak in...

Christmas in the Mountains in Castelrotto (Castelrotto)

β€’ 12 mi from Bolzano πŸ’° $$
πŸ“ Piazza del Paese

Experience the magic of 'Christmas in the Mountains' in Castelrotto, where tradition comes alive in the historic town square. Local farmers, hoteliers, and artisans open their stalls, offering a delightful array of regional specialties and unique Christmas gifts. Children can engage in fun cookie-making activities, making it a perfect outing...

Mercatino di Natale "Polvere di Stelle" a Lana (Lana, BZ)

β€’ 12 mi from Bolzano πŸ’° $$
πŸ“ Giardino dei Cappuccini

Experience the enchanting "Polvere di Stelle" Christmas Market in Lana, a small yet original event set in the serene garden of the Capuchin monastery. Browse around 20 stalls featuring local artisan crafts and savor authentic South Tyrolean culinary delights. Children can enjoy crafting in the "Bottega delle scintille," pony rides,...

Mercatino di Natale Merano (Merano)

β€’ 15 mi from Bolzano πŸ’° $$
πŸ“ Merano

Experience the enchanting Christmas market in Merano, a true sensory delight during the Advent season. Wander along the Lungopassirio promenade and Piazza Terme, where festive stalls offer unique crafts, seasonal treats, and warm beverages. Children can enjoy ice skating and pony rides, making it a magical experience for all ages.

Merano Christmas Market (Merano, BZ)

β€’ 15 mi from Bolzano πŸ’° $$
πŸ“ Merano City Center
Passeggiato Lungo Passirio, Merano, BZ 39012

Merano's Christmas Market offers a magical holiday experience with over 100 stalls featuring artisan crafts, festive foods, and local products. Visitors can enjoy ice skating, live music, and a charming atmosphere spread across the city center. It's a perfect destination to embrace the Christmas spirit.

South Tyrolean Christmas Markets (South Tyrol)

β€’ 16 mi from Bolzano πŸ’° $$
πŸ“ Various Christmas Markets

Experience the enchanting South Tyrolean Christmas Markets, a tradition dating back to the 1990s. These certified Green Events offer a magical blend of local crafts, delicious festive foods like Zelten and Apfelstrudel, and a heartwarming atmosphere. Explore charming stalls in Bozen, Meran, Brixen, Sterzing, and Bruneck, each offering unique artisanal...

I Mercatini di Natale della Fata (The Fairy's Christmas Markets) (Moena)

β€’ 17 mi from Bolzano πŸ’° $$
πŸ“ Moena Town Center
Strada Sen Pelegrin 2, Moena 38035

Step into a winter wonderland at Moena's 'I Mercatini di Natale della Fata' (The Fairy's Christmas Markets). From late November to early January, the town center transforms into a magical village. Browse charming wooden stalls filled with local artisan crafts, festive decorations, and delicious traditional treats. Don't miss the enchanting...

Mountain Christmas Market (Selva di Val Gardena)

β€’ 20 mi from Bolzano πŸ’° $$
πŸ“ Selva di Val Gardena

Discover the enchanting 'Mountain Christmas' market in Selva di Val Gardena, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Dolomites. From late November to early January, the village transforms into a magical winter wonderland with charming wooden stalls, festive decorations, and a unique atmosphere. Explore artisanal crafts, enjoy seasonal treats, and...

Bressanone Christmas Market (Bressanone, BZ)

β€’ 21 mi from Bolzano πŸ’° $$
πŸ“ Piazza Duomo

Experience the enchanting Bressanone Christmas Market, set against the backdrop of the magnificent Duomo and Hofburg. Discover a vibrant world of traditional wooden stalls offering handcrafted goods, from intricate wood carvings and glass art to local textiles and natural cosmetics. Indulge in the unique flavors of South Tyrol with festive...

Faedo, The Nativity Village, Star Market, and Christmas Houses (San Michele all’Adige, TN)

β€’ 23 mi from Bolzano πŸ’° $$
πŸ“ Faedo Village
via Sant’agata N.5, San Michele all’Adige, TN 38098

Step into Faedo, a charming Italian village that transforms into a magical Christmas wonderland. Explore the region's largest Nativity scene, featuring eighty life-sized figures depicting traditional crafts. Discover unique handmade gifts and local produce at the "Mercatino della Stella" (Star Market), held within historic cellars and stables. Savor authentic flavors...

Mercatino di Natale Vipiteno (Vipiteno)

β€’ 28 mi from Bolzano πŸ’° $$
πŸ“ Vipiteno

Vipiteno transforms into a magical winter wonderland during the Advent and Christmas season. Wander through its medieval streets, adorned with enchanting lights, and discover a fairytale atmosphere. The market, set at the foot of the historic Torre delle Dodici, offers a delightful array of handcrafted gifts, traditional decorations, and festive...

Bolzano Christmas Light Displays

LUMAGICA Merano Light Park (Merano, BZ)

β€’ 14 mi from Bolzano πŸ’° $$
πŸ“ Giardini di Castel Trauttmansdorff
Via San Valentino 51 a, Merano, BZ 39012

Step into a world of enchantment at LUMAGICA Merano, a breathtaking light park set within the historic Trauttmansdorff Castle Gardens. From November 20, 2025, to January 6, 2026, wander through a 1.3-kilometer illuminated path featuring over 300 dazzling light installations. This unique experience, inspired by Empress Sissi's travels, promises a...

Bolzano Christmas Movies, Theater and Entertainment

Christmas Concert by Kastelruther Spatzen (Castelrotto)

β€’ 12 mi from Bolzano πŸ’° $$
πŸ“ Castelrotto
Piazza Kraus 2, Castelrotto 39040

Experience the magic of the holiday season with a special Christmas concert by the world-famous Kastelruther Spatzen. These stars of international folk music bring their unique sound and festive spirit to their hometown of Castelrotto. Join thousands of fans for an unforgettable evening filled with traditional melodies and heartwarming holiday...

Bolzano Other Christmas Activities

Krampus Parade in Castelrotto (Castelrotto)

β€’ 13 mi from Bolzano πŸ’° FREE
πŸ“ Castelrotto

Prepare for a wild and unforgettable experience at the Krampus Parade in Castelrotto. This unique event brings together frightening figures with intricately carved masks from Austria, Germany, Switzerland, and Italy. Watch as these groups parade through the town center, creating a thrilling atmosphere. Food and drinks will be available from...

Krampus Parade in Merano (Merano, BZ)

β€’ 15 mi from Bolzano
πŸ“ Merano

Prepare for a spine-chilling spectacle as Krampus figures, adorned in terrifying traditional costumes of horns, fur, and bells, take to the streets alongside Saint Nicholas. These ancient figures accompany Saint Nicholas during Advent, a unique South Tyrolean tradition that promises a thrilling and unforgettable experience.

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