Christmas in Mantua

The beating heart of the event is Piazza Virgiliana, where the traditional Christmas Market takes place with over 50 wooden chalets. Here you will find:

- Local crafts and handmade decorations

- Food and wine specialities such as Sbrisolona and wines from the Mantua hills

- Travelling shows and workshops for children

Don't miss the Professional Ice Skating Rink, open until 11 January 2026 with different opening hours:

- Weekends and public holidays: 10:00-12:30 / 15:00-19:00 / 21:00-23:00

- Weekdays: 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. / 9:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

For an original way to discover the city, the Christmas Train (15/11-11/01) offers a tourist route that starts from Piazza Mantegna and stops at:

1. The majestic Basilica of Sant'Andrea

2. The picturesque Lago Inferiore

3. The historic Piazza Sordello and Piazza delle Erbe