Corinaldo's Great Christmas
The most beloved village in the Marche region transforms into a Christmas village amidst medieval walls and illuminations
About Great Christmas of Corinaldo
A Fairytale Christmas within the Walls
When December arrives, Corinaldo changes its face. The village, recognized among The Most Beautiful Villages in Italy and awarded the most beloved village in Italy, lights up its illuminations and transforms into a large Christmas village. The setting is the unique backdrop of the 14th-century walls, among the best-preserved in the entire Marche region, which frames a month of events designed for families, children, and the curious of all ages.
The Great Christmas Program
The event opens on November 30th with the lighting of the tree and illuminations in the historic center, and continues until Epiphany. The heart of the event is the festive weekends: the Immaculate Conception long weekend (December 6th-8th) and the Sundays of the month, when the village streets come alive with itinerant shows, live music, circus performances, juggling, and creative workshops for the little ones.
Markets, Santa's House, and Ice Rink
Along Via del Corso winds the Christmas market, with artisan and typical products, while in the historic center, Santa's House opens its doors, with the candy factory, the elves' toy workshop, the post office, and the North Pole. The big novelty of this edition is the ice skating rink, set up in the charming setting of Porta del Mercato, at the foot of the walls. There's no shortage of roasted chestnuts, mulled wine, and the warm atmosphere of the holidays.
Mechanical Nativity Scene and Tradition
Among the most beloved attractions is the artistic-mechanical nativity scene curated by the Santa Apollonia district, a true jewel of craftsmanship and movement. The C. Goldoni Municipal Theater hosts a rich program of theatrical performances and concerts, while the Municipal Library offers readings and workshops for children. The Great Christmas concludes on January 6th with the traditional and highly anticipated Epiphany Festival, hosted in the Madonna del Piano district.
Why it's Worth the Trip
Visiting Corinaldo during the Christmas period means experiencing Christmas in an authentic and intimate dimension, far from the frenzy of big cities. The Municipality of Corinaldo, in the province of Ancona, offers an experience where the village itself - with its alleys, staircases, and the famous Piaggia - becomes the natural backdrop for the celebration.
Great Christmas of Corinaldo — edition 2026
Corinaldo's Great Christmas 2025-2026 brought the magic of the holidays to the village walls from November 30, 2025, to January 6, 2026. The event opened with the lighting of the tree and illuminations, then came alive on the December weekends, starting with the Immaculate Conception long weekend (December 6-8) and the Sundays of December 14 and 21, with itinerant shows, live music, circus performances, and workshops for children.
The big novelty of the edition was the ice skating rink at Porta del Mercato, at the foot of the walls. The classic attractions loved by the public were confirmed: the Christmas market along Via del Corso, Santa's House with its toy workshop and post office, and the artistic-mechanical nativity scene from the Santa Apollonia district. The closing, on January 6, 2026, was entrusted to the traditional Epiphany Festival in the Madonna del Piano district.
Programme Great Christmas of Corinaldo 2026
Opening - Sunday, November 30, 2025
- 4:30 PM - Lighting of the Christmas tree and illuminations in the historic center
- Acrobatic descent of Santa Claus and children's choirs
Festive Weekends
- Immaculate Conception Long Weekend (December 6-8) - Christmas market, itinerant shows, and entertainment
- Sundays, December 14 and 21 - Live music, circus performances, juggling, and creative workshops for children
Attractions for the Entire Period
- Christmas Market along Via del Corso (10:00 AM - 7:00 PM on specified days)
- Santa's House in the historic center (from 4:00 PM): candy factory, elves' toy workshop, post office, North Pole
- Ice Skating Rink at Porta del Mercato (2025 novelty)
- Artistic-mechanical Nativity Scene by the Santa Apollonia district
- Shows and concerts at the C. Goldoni Municipal Theater; readings and workshops at the Municipal Library
Closing - Tuesday, January 6, 2026
- Epiphany Festival in the Madonna del Piano district
Highlights Great Christmas of Corinaldo 2026
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Practical information — Great Christmas of Corinaldo
How to Get There
By car: take the Senigallia exit from the A14 highway, then follow the SP Corinaldese inland (about 20 minutes). By train: Senigallia station on the Adriatic line, then bus or taxi to Corinaldo.
Dates and Times
From November 30, 2025, to January 6, 2026, with events concentrated on weekends and Sundays in December, generally from afternoon to evening.
Tickets
Most events and access to the village are free; some shows at the Teatro Goldoni and the ice skating rink may require a ticket. Information at the IAT Tourist Office of Corinaldo (tel. 071 7978636, [email protected]).
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Where does it take place — Great Christmas of Corinaldo
Centro storico di Corinaldo
Centro storico, 60013 Corinaldo