Christmas in Dolo, Arino and Sambruson
Edition 2026 Sacred music Pyrotechnic show Gastronomy

Christmas in Dolo, Arino and Sambruson

Markets, concerts, and the Befana on the Brenta for the holidays in Dolo

Dolo — Venezia (227)
Dates 07 Dec — 06 Jan 2027
Location Dolo (227)
Prices Free
Status —

About Christmas in Dolo

From Advent to Epiphany, Dolo and its hamlets of Arino and Sambruson experience weeks of celebration: Christmas markets in Piazza Cantiere, Christmas concerts, hot chocolate and mulled wine on the churchyard, nativity scenes, and activities for children. The grand finale is on January 6th, when the Befana arrives at the Squero with a fireworks display. A widespread program curated by Pro Loco Dolo and the Municipality of Dolo.

Holidays on the Brenta Canal

The Christmas in Dolo, Arino and Sambruson program accompanies the Christmas holidays in the Municipality of Dolo (province of Venice) and its hamlets, along the Brenta Canal. The program unfolds throughout the Advent and holiday period, until Epiphany, combining events for families, traditional moments, and cultural initiatives.

Markets, Concerts, and Nativity Scenes

The heart of the events are the Christmas markets in Piazza Cantiere and along the streets of the center, with stalls, gift ideas, and specialties. Hot chocolate, tea, and mulled wine are available on the Duomo's churchyard. The calendar includes Christmas concerts—such as the one by the Sambruson Choir—nativity scenes set up in the hamlets, and numerous activities dedicated to children.

The Arrival of the Befana

The most anticipated moment is the arrival of the Befana on January 6th at the Squero, with the descent of the old woman and, subsequently, the fireworks display that illuminates the Brenta. The entire program is organized by Pro Loco Dolo in collaboration with the Municipality of Dolo.

Christmas in Dolo — edition 2026

The Christmas program for Dolo, Arino, and Sambruson returns in December 2026 and continues until Epiphany, with markets in Piazza Cantiere, concerts, nativity scenes in the hamlets, and the arrival of the Befana at the Squero on January 6th, accompanied by a fireworks display. Organized by Pro Loco Dolo and the Municipality of Dolo.

For Christmas 2026, the Municipality of Dolo and Pro Loco Dolo are again organizing a widespread program that, from Advent to Epiphany, enlivens the main town and the hamlets of Arino and Sambruson. Christmas markets are planned in Piazza Cantiere, along with Christmas concerts, nativity scenes in the hamlets, and activities for children, culminating in the grand finale on January 6, 2027, with the arrival of the Befana at the Squero and a fireworks display. Specific dates and times will be published closer to the holidays.

Programme Christmas in Dolo 2026

Usual structure of the program (detailed program coming in late autumn 2026):

  • Christmas Markets in Piazza Cantiere and Via Guolo
  • Hot chocolate, tea, and mulled wine on the Duomo's churchyard
  • Christmas concerts (including the Sambruson Choir)
  • Nativity scenes in the hamlets of Arino and Sambruson
  • Activities and games for children
  • January 6th — Arrival of the Befana at the Squero and fireworks display

The complete calendar is distributed by the Municipality of Dolo and Pro Loco Dolo.

Highlights Christmas in Dolo 2026

Markets in Piazza Cantiere; Christmas concerts; arrival of the Befana at the Squero with fireworks on January 6th.

Prices Christmas in Dolo 2026

Free admission events.

Practical information — Christmas in Dolo

When and Where

From December to January 6th, mainly in Piazza Cantiere and the center of Dolo, with events also in the hamlets of Arino and Sambruson. By car: SR11 Riviera del Brenta or A4 exit Dolo-Mirano. By bus: ACTV line 53E from Venice/Mestre.

Admission

Free admission events. Program available on comune.dolo.ve.it and Pro Loco Dolo channels.

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Where does it take place — Christmas in Dolo

Piazza Cantiere e centro di Dolo

Piazza Cantiere, 30031 Dolo

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Christmas in Dolo in brief

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History of Christmas in Dolo