Christmas at the Fort

The 2025 edition of Christmas at the Fort took place in Forte dei Marmi from November 29, 2025, to January 6, 2026, with the theme "A Christmas that arrives from the sea."

The inauguration

On Saturday, November 29, the festival began with a torchlight procession from the sea to the Pier: the Forte lifeguards brought light from the water, accompanied by the La Marinara band and children with torches. After the lighting of the illuminations and the grand tree, the attractions opened, with stands serving mulled wine, hot chocolate, and sweets organized by the Alpini and the Union of Beach Owners.

The program

• Christmas Market in Piazza Dante (until January 1), organized by Forte Forte Tutto l'Anno
• Santa Claus Kingdom at Fortino Leopoldo I, with new immersive experiences (until January 6)
• Ice skating rink at Pineta Tarabella (until mid-January)
• December 6: gospel concert with The Joyful Gospel Ensemble
• December 31: New Year's Eve in Piazza Garibaldi with live music and DJ set
• January 1: New Year's Concert at 12:00 PM
• January 6: Befana festival with street artists

Throughout the period: street performances, face painting, light shows, and children's workshops.

Inauguration — November 29, 2025

• Torchlight procession from the sea to the Pier with lifeguards and children
• La Marinara band, lighting of the illuminations and the grand tree
• Opening of the market, Santa Claus Kingdom, and ice skating rink
• Stands with mulled wine, hot chocolate, and sweets (Alpini and Union of Beach Owners)

Attractions for the entire period

• Christmas Market — Piazza Dante (until January 1)
• Santa Claus Kingdom — Fortino Leopoldo I (until January 6)
• Ice skating rink — Pineta Tarabella (until mid-January)

Special events

• December 6 — Gospel concert with The Joyful Gospel Ensemble
• December 31 — New Year's Eve in Piazza Garibaldi with live music and DJ set
• January 1 — New Year's Concert, 12:00 PM
• January 6 — Befana festival with street artists