Bologna: Experience the Christmas Village

Are you looking for unique events in Bologna to experience the magic of Christmas? From 4 November 2023 to 7 January 2024, FICO, the Bologna food park, hosts the Christmas Village, the largest and most spectacular Christmas event in the city.

Created by CELS Group, the Christmas Village of Bologna extends over over 10 thousand square meters within FICO and promises unforgettable experiences for children, families and all Christmas lovers. In these months, the festive atmosphere pervades the entire Bologna Food Park and then, starting from the FICO Arena and ranging throughout the external area of the Serra and the Vineyard, you enter the heart of the fantastic world of the Christmas Village . Immersed in a fairy atmosphere, visitors can experience the magic of Santa Claus and his helpers through attractions, twinkling lights and live shows.

What makes the Bologna Christmas Village so special?

Among the new attractions in the city you will find the Polar Express, a train that takes you directly to the North Pole. But also the journey on Santa's Virtual Sleigh, the Musical Ice Rink and the exciting Secret Santa. And for lovers of fairy tales and fantastic animals, the gigantic light installations are also unmissable for taking a selfie.

The enchantment doesn't end here!

More than 20 professional performers perform every day throughout the village, offering surprises and shows in every corner of this theme park dedicated to Christmas in Bologna. Furthermore, the FICO Arena comes alive with shows ranging from musicals to Gospel songs, from the astonishing evolutions of Les Farfadais to the entertainment of Antonio Casanova who performs first on Saturday 4 November in three shows spaced throughout the day.

Add to your visit a tour of the Christmas markets, shopping for food specialties from all over Italy, excellent ideas for gifts to put under the tree, and book a special dinner to celebrate the holidays in company at FICO.

In short, the Christmas Village you find at FICO offers you a Christmas experience in Bologna like never before. Don't miss this opportunity!