On Sunday, December 7, many of the capital's civic collections and cultural sites will open their doors for free thanks to the initiative by Musei in Comune Roma.
On December 7 at 6:30 PM, St. Peter's Square will light up with the traditional inauguration ceremony of the Christmas tree and nativity scene, symbols marking the official start of the holidays in the Capital.
From December 4th to January 6th, the Auditorium Parco della Musica will be dressed in lights, sounds and magic with a calendar full of concerts, shows, theatre, dance and free events for families and visitors.
From December 1st to January 6th, the EUR district comes alive with EUR Christmas Village, a Christmas market that combines lights, crafts, food, and entertainment.
From December 8, 2025, to January 6, 2026, the exhibition “100 Nativity Scenes in the Vatican” returns to the splendid setting of the Colonnade in St. Peter’s Square.
During the holidays, the Monti district comes alive with a Christmas market that combines tradition, craftsmanship, and the neighborhood's typical convivial atmosphere.
From December 1st to January 6th, Piazza Navona, in the heart of Rome, transforms every winter into one of the city's most evocative Christmas markets.
