La Favola del Natale - Mercatini di Natale
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La Favola del Natale - Mercatini di Natale

Christmas markets, ice skating rink and ice shows in the heart of San Bonifacio

San Bonifacio — Verona (023)
Dates 21 Nov — 06 Jan 2027
Location San Bonifacio (023)
Prices Free
Status —

About La Favola del Natale

"La Favola del Natale" transforms San Bonifacio, in the province of Verona, into a Christmas village full of lights and traditions. From late November to Epiphany, Piazza Costituzione hosts the ice skating rink, while the town centre comes alive with Christmas markets, a Christmas train, and ice shows dedicated to both adults and children, from "Frozen" to "Babbo Nataline". "The Nutcracker" is also staged at the theatre. A long period of widespread, free festivities for the whole family, promoted by the Municipality.

Christmas in San Bonifacio

With the arrival of winter, San Bonifacio (province of Verona) dresses up for "La Favola del Natale", the grand Christmas festival that animates Piazza Costituzione and the historic centre with lights, music, and traditions from late November until Epiphany. A widespread program designed to involve the entire community in the most magical weeks of the year.

Ice Rink, Markets, and Train

The heart of the event is the ice skating rink, set up in Piazza Costituzione and open throughout the Christmas period. On Sundays in December, the town centre fills with stalls from the Christmas markets, offering crafts and local products, while the Christmas train connects the shopping centre to the square, much to the delight of the little ones.

Ice Shows and Theatre Performances

The festival offers a rich calendar of ice shows — from "Frozen" to "Babbo Nataline" — and initiatives like "La Stella di San Bonifacio". At the Teatro Centrale, "The Nutcracker" is also staged, a classic performance for families. Promoted by the Municipality of San Bonifacio along with the Commerce District and the Pro Loco, "La Favola del Natale" is now a tradition that brightens the winter of the Veronese town.

La Favola del Natale — edition 2026

The 2026-2027 edition of "La Favola del Natale" is expected in San Bonifacio from late November 2026 to Epiphany, with the usual program of markets, ice rink, Christmas train, and ice shows. The precise dates have not yet been announced by the Municipality.

For Christmas 2026 too, San Bonifacio is preparing to dress up for "La Favola del Natale". The festival, which traditionally begins in late November and continues until Epiphany, will again feature the ice rink in Piazza Costituzione, Christmas markets on Sundays in December, the Christmas train, and ice shows for families. The detailed program and exact dates for the 2026-2027 edition will be communicated by the Municipality of San Bonifacio in the weeks preceding the event's start.

Programme La Favola del Natale 2026

The detailed program for the 2026-2027 edition has not yet been published. The festival follows this structure each year:

  • Ice skating rink in Piazza Costituzione, open throughout the Christmas period
  • Christmas markets on Sundays in December (10:00 AM - 7:00 PM), in the town centre
  • Christmas train from the shopping centre to Piazza Costituzione
  • Ice shows (e.g., "Frozen", "Babbo Nataline") and initiatives like "La Stella di San Bonifacio"
  • Theatre performances for families (e.g., "The Nutcracker" at Teatro Centrale)

Full dates and schedule will be released by the Municipality of San Bonifacio.

Highlights La Favola del Natale 2026

Ice skating rink in Piazza Costituzione, Christmas markets, Christmas train, and ice shows for families.

Prices La Favola del Natale 2026

Widespread events with free admission. Ice skating rink and some shows are paid.

Practical information — La Favola del Natale

How to get here

San Bonifacio is served by a train station (Milan-Venice line) and the Soave-San Bonifacio motorway exit (A4). Events take place in Piazza Costituzione and the historic centre.

Admission

Free admission to the widespread events. Ice skating rink and some shows require a fee.

Information

Municipality of San Bonifacio — [email protected].

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Where does it take place — La Favola del Natale

Piazza Costituzione e centro storico

Piazza Costituzione, 37047 San Bonifacio

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La Favola del Natale in brief

Gastronomy Folk traditions Family Children Sport Art crafts Crafts Outdoor Free Verona

History of La Favola del Natale