Christmas in Italy: Christmas Markets

Christmas in Italy: Pre-Christmas Celebrations and Observances

Christmas in Italy: Nativity Scenes and Ceppos

As the Christmas season draws near, families began to frequent the Christmas markets that spring up in cities and towns across Italy. Here they find all manner of Christmas merchandise, including sweets and other foods, flowers, Christmas decorations, clothes, toys, and more. Balloon sellers, musicians, and other entertainers amuse shoppers as they wander through the stalls.