Multicultural Living Nativity of Vaglio Basilicata

A Nativity Scene That Speaks of Welcome

The Multicultural Living Nativity of Vaglio Basilicata offers an original take on the Christmas tradition: the Nativity becomes a universal symbol of hope and refuge, reinterpreted through the theme of welcome. The performance reflects on the experience of the Holy Family as travellers seeking shelter, turning it into a message of solidarity for the present.

Ancient Crafts and World Cultures

In the historic center and in Piazza del Popolo, performers from different countries stage not only traditional crafts—such as the blacksmith and the potter—but also activities and gestures from other cultures, creating a bridge between the artisan history of the Lucanian village and contemporary cultures. It is a multicultural approach that gives the nativity scene an unprecedented face, dedicated to integration and human solidarity.

Vaglio During the Holidays

The initiative, with free admission, enlivens the Christmas evenings of the village in the Province of Potenza, a town guarding a prominent archaeological heritage (the Park of Serra di Vaglio and the Lucanian sanctuary of Rossano). The Living Nativity is an opportunity to experience Vaglio in winter, amidst tradition, community, and reflection.