Christmas in the Land of the Sea
Fano's Christmas with markets, lights, and themed villages in the historic center
About Christmas in Fano
Fano's Christmas in the Land of the Sea
Every year, between late November and January 6th, Fano dons its festive attire and offers a Christmas calendar that uses the historic center as its stage. The project, promoted by the Municipality of Fano along with the Pro Loco and trade associations, transforms the city in the Province of Pesaro and Urbino, in the Marche region, into a festive space designed primarily for families.
The Heart of the Events: the Pincio
The hub of the initiatives is the Pincio, the area that opens onto the Arch of Augustus and Porta Maggiore. Here, the Christmas Village takes shape with Santa's House, where children can meet Santa Claus, write their letters, and participate in creative workshops. Nearby, you'll find the ice skating rink, carousels, and artisan markets offering quality local products.
Lights, Nativity Scene, and Maritime Atmosphere
The lighting of the Christmas lights kicks off the weeks of festivities that illuminate the city's streets and squares. One of the distinctive features of Fano's Christmas is its color scheme: alongside the traditional red, the city plays with shades of blue, light blue, and silver that evoke the sea and Fano's maritime soul. In the former Church of San Francesco, a nativity scene created by the Master Craftsmen of the famous Fano Carnival is displayed, showcasing their papier-mâché artistry for Christmas.
From New Year's Eve to Epiphany
The program accompanies residents and tourists for over a month, with shows and entertainment on weekends in December. On December 31st, squares and streets host New Year's Eve in the square, with DJ sets, a collective toast, and fireworks. The festivities conclude on January 6th with the Epiphany Festival, dedicated to children with sweets, entertainment, and the arrival of the Befana. A journey that intertwines Christmas magic, tradition, and the identity of an Adriatic city that experiences Christmas as a grand shared event.
Christmas in Fano — edition 2026
Fano's Christmas 2026-2027 is part of the city's established event calendar: from November 28, 2026, to January 6, 2027, the historic center will once again light up with illuminations, markets, shows, and themed villages. The attractions that have made the event popular over the years are confirmed: the Christmas Village and Santa's House at the Pincio, the ice skating rink, the carousels, the artisan markets, as well as entertainment for children and the New Year's Eve and Epiphany Festival events.
Programme Christmas in Fano 2026
The detailed program for the 2026-2027 edition will be announced in the weeks preceding the start of the festivities and published on visitfano.info. The usual structure of the event includes the lighting of the Christmas lights, the inauguration of the Christmas Village and the ice skating rink at the Pincio, the setup of the Nativity scene by the Master Craftsmen in the former Church of San Francesco, shows and workshops on weekends in December, New Year's Eve in the square on December 31st with DJ sets and fireworks, and the Epiphany Festival on January 6th.
Highlights Christmas in Fano 2026
- Christmas Village and Santa's House at the Pincio
- Ice skating rink
- Artisan markets and lights in the historic center
- Nativity scene by the Master Craftsmen in the former Church of San Francesco
- New Year's Eve in the square and Epiphany Festival
Prices Christmas in Fano 2026
Practical information — Christmas in Fano
Where
Pincio and historic center of Fano (PU), Marche. The main attractions are concentrated at the Pincio, in front of the Arch of Augustus, with events also in Piazza XX Settembre, Corso Matteotti, Piazza Marcolini, and the former Church of San Francesco.
When
From late November until January 6th. Christmas Village and markets are open mainly on weekends and during holidays; indicative market hours are from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Admission
Access to the decorated streets and squares is free. Some attractions like the ice skating rink and carousels are subject to a fee.
How to get there
Fano is served by the Fano highway exit on the A14 and by the train station on the Adriatic line. The historic center is a short walk from the station.
Information
The complete program is published annually on visitfano.info.
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Where does it take place — Christmas in Fano
Pincio e centro storico di Fano
Pincio e centro storico, 61032 Fano