Christmas markets

Things are always Christmassy when you’re in the mountains. With snow-capped mountains in all directions, towns and villages throughout Valtellina sparkle in winter with a great calendar of events, including unmissable Christmas markets, where twinkling lights and all manner of wares on sale will inspire your Christmas shopping.

VALCHIAVENNA
In Valchiavenna, the markets are scheduled for Prata Camportaccio on November 23rd, Mese on November 30th, and Novate Mezzola on December 7th. They enliven the villages with displays of hobbies, local crafts, and traditional decorations.

 MIDDLE VALTELLINA
Amidst lights, scents and melodies, the squares of Mazzo di Valtellina, Villa di Tirano, and Tirano will be transformed into an enchanting Christmas villages from December 5th to 8th. Aprica offers markets and themed events between the end of December and Epiphany (calendar to be finalized), completing a festive itinerary that unites the entire area.

SONDRIO
The traditional markets, held on weekends from December until Christmas in Piazza Garibaldi and Corso Italia, will offer a wide selection of artisanal, agricultural, hobby, and charity products, for those who want to immerse themselves in the holiday atmosphere and purchase original, high-quality Christmas gifts.

BORMIO
The meeting point is at the Gardens of Piazza V Alpini, where the Christmas atmosphere intertwines with the warmth of artistic and family-run crafts. The Christmas markets, open from 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., will be open on November 28th, 29th, and 30th; December 6th, 7th, and 8th; December 12th, 13th, and 14th; and from December 19th to January 6th, 2026 (inclusive). On December 24th and December 31st, they close at 3:00 p.m., while on December 25th and 26th and January 1st, they are closed all day.

LIVIGNO
This Alta Valtellina town hosts traditional Christmas markets along the streets of its center from November 28th to January 6th. The village is open daily from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Other events are being planned.