San Giovanni Incarico Christmas Market

Christmas in the squares of San Giovanni Incarico

Every year, for the holidays, the Municipality of San Giovanni Incarico—a small village in the province of Frosinone, in southern Lazio—organizes its Christmas Market in the town's two main squares: Piazza Falcone e Borsellino and Piazza Regina Margherita. The event traditionally falls on December 8th, the Feast of the Immaculate Conception, the date that marks the official start of the Christmas season throughout Italy, when lights are switched on and trees and nativity scenes are prepared.

What to find at the market

The heart of the event is the craft market: local artisans and hobbyists display handmade products, Christmas decorations, and gift ideas, in a journey that invites visitors to rediscover local craftsmanship. Alongside the stalls, there are food stands where you can taste the specialties of Ciociarian cuisine and the typical flavors of the cold season.

• Local craft market with handmade creations
• Food stalls with local products and dishes
• Santa's post office, dedicated to children delivering their letters

An event for families

The San Giovanni Incarico Christmas Market is designed primarily for families: the atmosphere is that of a cozy, genuine village festival, where neighbors and visitors from neighboring towns gather in the square. The most popular attraction for children is Santa's post office, a spot to drop off their wish lists before the holidays. In the following weeks, the town continues its Christmas program with other events in the square and in the church, such as the arrival of Santa Claus and the traditional Christmas concert by the local town band.

San Giovanni Incarico and Ciociaria

San Giovanni Incarico is located in the Liri Valley, at the foot of the mountains that mark the southern border of Ciociaria, and is known for the nearby lake of the same name, formed by the Liri River. The village preserves a compact historic center and a strong sense of community, which is expressed through popular festivals and events like the Christmas market. Visiting the town in December is also an opportunity to discover an authentic corner of the province of Frosinone, far from the most beaten tourist paths of Lazio.

Why go

Those looking for large Alpine-style markets will find something different here: a human-scale village market, free of charge, where the value lies in the atmosphere, the authentic artisanal products, and the local cuisine. It is ideal for a Sunday trip to Ciociaria during the Immaculate Conception long weekend, perhaps combined with a walk around Lake San Giovanni Incarico or a visit to the nearby villages of the Liri Valley.