Christmas in Positano 2025: Events, Markets, Concerts & New Year’s Eve by the Sea

Christmas in Positano: Magic, Traditions & Seaside Celebrations 🎄

During the Christmas season, Positano becomes a charming open-air stage, where the beauty of the village meets the magic of the holidays. A rich calendar of events welcomes residents and visitors throughout the season, with sparkling lights, live music, and time-honored traditions. The winter sea and the lights glowing on the colorful houses along the hillside create a truly unique atmosphere, making Positano a perfect destination for an authentic and unforgettable Christmas.

Lights, Christmas Markets & Holiday Atmosphere ✨

The holidays officially begin with the Christmas lights switch-on ceremony, one of the most anticipated moments of the season.

The event is accompanied by concerts, musical parades, and the arrival of the charming Christmas Train, delighting both children and adults as it travels through the streets of the village.

Christmas markets, open until Epiphany, fill Piazza dei Mulini and the historic center with local crafts, traditional products, and unique gift ideas, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere perfect for strolling and discovering Positano’s more intimate side.

Music, Shows & Local Traditions 🎺

Music is at the heart of Christmas in Positano, with a lively program featuring gospel concerts, marching bands, Christmas choirs, and traditional flag-throwing performances.

Squares, churches, and scenic corners of the village turn into gathering places for concerts ranging from sacred music to open-air shows. Each event offers a chance to experience the energy of local traditions and the festive spirit that fills Positano during the holidays.

Christmas for Children and Families 🎅

The holiday program includes many events dedicated to children and families, designed to let kids experience the magic of Christmas in a fun and creative way.

Puppet shows, Santa’s villages, games, circus performances, creative workshops, and sweet activities like “Baking School” turn Positano into a fairy-tale setting where imagination comes to life and every child feels special.

Tradition, Community & Togetherness ⛪

Christmas in Positano is also a time of community and sharing, when traditions are renewed and the bond among locals grows stronger. Tombola games, special lunches for seniors, the mayor’s holiday greetings, the sound of traditional bagpipes, and religious celebrations mark the rhythm of the season.

The nearby villages of Montepertuso and Nocelle also join the festivities with traditional events, adding to the warm and authentic holiday spirit.

Culture, Sports & Winter Discoveries 🏛️

During the Christmas season, Positano offers opportunities to enjoy the holidays through culture and outdoor activities.

Free guided tours of the Roman Villa, educational workshops inspired by the ancient world, and cultural initiatives linked to the Convivium project invite visitors to explore the area’s rich history.

Sports events such as beach soccer tournaments, fishing competitions, and trail running races are perfect for travelers who enjoy an active winter experience.

New Year’s Eve in Positano: Music & Fireworks by the Sea 🥂

The arrival of the New Year is celebrated with a large seaside party, featuring live music, concerts, and festive toasts in the main square. New Year’s Eve reaches its highlight with a spectacular fireworks display over Spiaggia Grande, lighting up the sea and the village skyline. Positano says goodbye to the old year and welcomes the new one with joy, music, smiles, and the sound of the waves.

Epiphany: A Sweet Farewell to the Holidays 🔥

The Christmas season ends with Epiphany celebrations, including games for children, tournaments, outdoor activities, and community gatherings.

The traditional Befana bonfire marks the symbolic farewell to the holidays, bringing together locals and visitors in a joyful moment filled with tradition, warmth, and shared memories — a perfect ending to a Christmas by the sea in Positano.

Events Program 🎁

Saturday, December 6
· 6:00 PM · Corvo Area: SAN NICOLA FEST featuring “Voices and Music of Southern Italy” with the Gianni Migliaccio Quintet.
Sunday, December 7
CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SWITCH-ON
· 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Town streets: The Christmas Train for children and adults;
· 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM · Piazza dei Mulini: Opening of the Christmas Markets (open until January 6, 2026);
· 4:00 PM · Town streets: Parade of the San Vito Marching Band
Evening hosted by professional actor Gianmarco Crò
· 5:00 PM · Piazza dei Mulini: “Not Only Gospel” – Choir & Band Concert, conducted by Simona Guida, with special guest Christian Brucale;
· 6:00 PM · Piazza dei Mulini: Arrival of the Flag Throwers of Cava de’ Tirreni – Papal Bull Group, led by Giuseppe Ferrigno, followed by the Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony with the Mayor and City Administration;
· Following · Spiaggia Grande: Flag throwers performance and fireworks show.
Monday, December 8
· 4:30 PM · Montepertuso, Piazza Cappella: Christmas for Children – Puppet show and hot chocolate, organized by the Youth Forum.
Wednesday, December 10
· 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Tourist Office: Christmas Project: Convivium – Wine of the Gods and of Men: the Roman convivium at the Villa Romana of Positano, educational workshops for middle and high school students, curated by MAR Positano.
Thursday, December 11
· 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Tourist Office: Christmas Project: Convivium – Create your Roman dish and bake your own Roman bread, educational workshops for elementary school students, curated by MAR Positano.
Friday, December 12
· 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Tourist Office: Christmas Project: Convivium – Wine of the Gods and of Men, educational workshops for middle and high school students, curated by MAR Positano;
· 5:00 PM · Sala Andrea Milano: Christmas for Children – A Ballad for Mr. Scrooge, by Compagnia degli Sbuffi.
Saturday, December 13
· 3:00 PM · Liparlati, Piazza Bellina: Christmas for Children – Positano Magical Night, 3rd edition;
· 7:30 PM · Sala Andrea Milano: Xmas Teen in Comune – Christmas event for teens;
· 9:30 AM · Spiaggia Grande: Enzo d’Urso Fishing Trophy, 15th edition, organized by ADS Positano Team;
· 4:30 PM · Montepertuso streets: Christmas Greetings with the San Vito Marching Band;
· 5:30 PM · Montepertuso, Piazza Cappella: “Not Only Gospel” – Choir & Band Concert, conducted by Simona Guida, with special guest Christian Brucale.
Monday, December 15
· 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Tourist Office: Christmas Project: Convivium – Wine of the Gods and of Men, educational workshops for middle and high school students, curated by MAR Positano.
Tuesday, December 16
· 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Tourist Office: Christmas Project: Convivium – Create your Roman dish and bake your Roman bread, workshops for elementary school students, curated by MAR Positano;
· 5:00 PM · Montepertuso, Piazza Cappella: Christmas for Children – Puppet Theater.
Wednesday, December 17
· 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Tourist Office: Christmas Project: Convivium – workshops for elementary school students, curated by MAR Positano;
· 4:00 PM · Restaurant Da Costantino: Senior Tombola Game, organized by the Italian Red Cross volunteers.
Thursday, December 18
· 10:30 AM · Church of Santa Maria Assunta: Christmas performance by elementary and middle school students of ICS Lucantonio Porzio;
· 4:00 PM · Nocelle, Piazza Santa Croce: “Not Only Gospel” – Choir Concert, conducted by Simona Guida, with special guest Christian Brucale.
Friday, December 19
· 10:00 AM · Positano: Christmas performance by preschool children of ICS Lucantonio Porzio;
· 2:00 PM · Montepertuso: Christmas performance by preschool children of ICS Lucantonio Porzio;
· 7:30 PM · Sala Andrea Milano: Xmas Teen in Comune – Christmas event for teens.
Saturday, December 20
· 6:30 PM · Chiesa Nuova Area: Waiting for Christmas at Chiesa Nuova, with the Chiesa Nuova Association and violinist Felice d’Amico, accompanied by singer Morena.
Sunday, December 21
· 9:30 AM · Montepertuso: Christmas Greetings from the Mayor and City Administration, accompanied by traditional bagpipes;
· 10:30 AM · Nocelle, Piazza Santa Croce: Christmas Greetings from the Mayor and City Administration with the San Vito Marching Band and bagpipes;
· 1:00 PM · Restaurant Da Costantino: Senior Lunch, organized by the Italian Red Cross volunteers;
· 6:30 PM · Church of the Rosary, Piazza dei Mulini: “InCanti di Natale” Christmas Concert, by the Santa Cecilia Association of Vico Equense.
Monday, December 22
· 9:30 AM · Via C. Colombo to Spiaggia Grande: Milan–Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics Torch Relay passing through Positano;
· 3:30 PM · Collina Bakery Terrace: Christmas for Children – Baking workshop with Fiorella;
· 6:00 PM · Mandara Sports Court: Mario Franco & Claudio Memorial;
· 7:00 PM · Mandara Sports Court: Neighborhood Tournament Final;
· 7:30 PM · Sala Andrea Milano: Xmas Teen in Comune – Murder Mystery Dinner: Orient Express, by Barattoli Cosmici.
Tuesday, December 23
· 3:30 PM · Piazza dei Racconti: Christmas for Children – Santa Claus Village with virtual reality, organized by the Youth Forum;
· 7:00 PM · Church of the Rosary, Piazza dei Mulini: “Nascette Lu Messia” – Grand Christmas Concert with Marina Bruno, Giovanni Migliacci, and Emilio Ausiello Quintet.
Wednesday, December 24
Christmas Eve
· 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Town streets: Christmas Train for children and adults;
· 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM · Piazza dei Mulini: Arrival of the Christmas Train (Christmas Brass & Percussion Band and Santa Claus; Christmas greetings from the Mayor and City Administration; gifts and treats for children by the 500 Positano Association);
· 4:30 PM · Fornillo Area: “Nascette lu Messia” with traditional bagpipe music;
· Following · Liparlati Area: Holy Mass with traditional bagpipe music.
Thursday, December 25
Christmas Day
Christmas Greetings from the Mayor and City Administration with traditional bagpipe music
· 9:00 AM · Chiesa Nuova
· 10:00 AM · Piazza dei Mulini
· 11:00 AM · Church of Santa Maria Assunta
Friday, December 26
· 9:30 AM · Piazza dei Mulini: Tour of Positano, organized by ASD Aequa Trail Running;
· 6:00 PM · Nocelle, ExEx Building: Christmas Tombola Game;
· 6:30 PM · Church of Santa Maria Assunta: St. Stephen’s Concert by the San Vito Marching Band, organized by the Franco di Franco Association.
Saturday, December 27
· 10:00 AM · Spiaggia Grande: Beach Soccer Tournament – Opening Rounds, organized by the Youth Forum;
· 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Tourist Office: Villa Romana – Christmas Project: Convivium, free guided tours focused on Roman convivial art, curated by MAR Positano.
Sunday, December 28
· Spiaggia Grande: Zeppola Festival, 44th edition, organized by ASD San Vito Positano;
· 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Tourist Office: Villa Romana – Christmas Project: Convivium, free guided tours, curated by MAR Positano.
Monday, December 29
· Spiaggia Grande: Zeppola Festival, 44th edition;
· 12:00 PM · Spiaggia Grande: Christmas for Children – Puppet Theater.
Tuesday, December 30
· 10:30 AM · Spiaggia Grande: Christmas for Children – Positano Circus.
Wednesday, December 31
New Year’s Eve
· 3:30 – 5:00 PM · Montepertuso, Piazza Cappella: New Year’s Greetings from the Mayor and City Administration with live concert by Ermanno & Giovanna Duo;
· 4:00 – 7:00 PM · Piazza dei Mulini: Aperitif, Live Concert & New Year’s Toast with the Italian Swing Band (10-piece ensemble);
· 11:45 PM · Nocelle, Piazza Santa Croce: New Year’s Eve Celebration in Nocelle;
· 12:00 AM · Spiaggia Grande: New Year’s Fireworks Show;
· Following: New Year’s celebration with the Youth Forum.
Thursday, January 1
· 11:45 AM · Piazza Flavio Gioia: Grand New Year’s Concert – Piana del Sele Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Alessandro Cariello, featuring renowned soloists and ballet, organized by Vicoli in Arte.
Friday, January 2
· Treasure Hunt, organized by the Youth Forum.
Saturday, January 3
· Treasure Hunt, organized by the Youth Forum;
· 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM · MAR Positano: Christmas Project: Convivium, free guided tours focused on Roman convivial art, curated by MAR Positano;
· 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Spiaggia Grande: Christmas for Children – Laser tag, obstacle course, bumper ball, mechanical bull, and surf simulator;
· 6:00 PM · Nocelle, ExEx Building: The Best Zeppola Contest, 4th edition, followed by the traditional Tombola game.
Sunday, January 4
· Treasure Hunt, organized by the Youth Forum;
· 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM · MAR Positano: Christmas Project: Convivium, free guided tours, curated by MAR Positano.
Monday, January 5
· 3:30 PM · Collina Bakery Terrace: Christmas for Children – Baking workshop with Fiorella.
Tuesday, January 6
· 10:00 AM · Spiaggia Grande: Beach Soccer Tournament – Final Rounds, organized by the Youth Forum.
Saturday, January 10
· 6:30 PM · Montepertuso, Piazzale della Pace: “Appicciamm’ ’a Befana” – traditional Epiphany bonfire.

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