Christmas in Villa Lagarina

Christmas in the village of Villa Lagarina

Every year, in the days leading up to Christmas, the historic center of Villa Lagarina transforms into a festive village. The Christmas market, set up in the picturesque Piazzetta Scrinzi and the grounds of Palazzo Camelli, is organized by the Pro Loco of Villa Lagarina and stands as one of the most cherished Advent traditions in the Vallagarina valley.

Amidst the stone houses of the village, stalls offer local artisanal products and traditional goods, while the air fills with the scent of mulled wine, fortaie, and warm sweets served at the refreshment area. It is an event designed for everyone, with a special focus on families and children.

A family-friendly market

The program is packed with activities for children: from creative workshops and lantern-making to "Wood and Nature" sessions, Christmas storytelling, and games organized by the local nursery school. A highlight is the arrival of Santa Claus with his sleigh full of gifts, a moment eagerly awaited by the little ones.

As evening falls, the magic continues with the lantern walk, a stroll by lantern light among the nativity scenes set up throughout the village, and the choir concerts in the church of Santa Maria Assunta, where local choral groups provide a festive soundtrack.

Christmas Villages in Vallagarina

The Villa Lagarina market is part of the Christmas Villages in Vallagarina circuit, which includes various towns along the Adige river—such as Avio, Mori, Nogaredo, and Pomarolo—offering events, concerts, and markets throughout the Advent period, promoted by the Rovereto Vallagarina and Monte Baldo Tourism Board.

A sustainable and free event

The event is free and environmentally conscious: the organizers promote a plastic-free approach and encourage visitors to reach the village on foot or by bicycle, utilizing the cycle-pedestrian path connecting Rovereto and Villa Lagarina. In the municipality of Villa Lagarina, located in the province of Trento in the heart of Trentino-Alto Adige, Christmas becomes an opportunity to rediscover the village and its traditions.