Lake Garda events in December

Find out what's on calendar this month

Embark on a sensory journey through scents, flavours and unique sceneries: Lake Garda offers many ways to enjoy nature's beauty, rich traditions, and culinary delights regardless of the season.

As December arrives, magic and festive lights transforms the region into a Christmas wonderland. During this time of the year, you can discover charming Christmas markets offering handcrafted treasures and delicious treats. And what's better than the warmth of a steaming cup of mulled wine amidst the stunning Lake Garda scenery?
If that's not warm enough, a variety of indoor events is planned too, as to make you escape the winter chill while immersing yourself in the region's vibrant culture, folklore, and culinary delights.  

Find out what to do in Lake Garda in December:

 

Event Date*
Antiques and Vintage Fair in Montichiari until 3/12
Babbo Lake Run in Lazise/Bardolino/Garda 10/12
Christmas Market in Verona until 26/12  
Christmas Market in Garda 22/11-7/1: Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, pre-holidays and holidays (in Italy also 8 December and 6 January)
Christmas Market in Arco until 7/1
Christmas Market in Riva del Garda until 7/1
Christmas Village at Flover Garden Center Bussolengo until 7/1
Christmas Market in Bardolino until 7/1
Christmas Village in Peschiera del Garda until 14/1
Farmer's Market in Castelnuovo 3/12, 10/12, 17/12, 24/12, 31/12
Farmer's Market in Bardolino 3/12, 10/12, 17/12, 24/12, 31/12
Christmas Market in Lazise 2.-3, 8.-10, 16.-17, 23-24/12 and 26./12-7/1 
Gardaland Magic Winter in Gardaland 8/12-7/1 
Christmas Market in Malcesine 8/12-7/1 
Santa Lucia Market in Verona 10/12-13/12
Antiques and Flea Market in Bardolino  17/12
Mercantico Market in Lonato del Garda 17/12
Melegatti Christmas Run in Verona 17/12
New Years's Eve Concert al Teatro Filarmonico Verona 31/12


Have also a look at the weekly markets on Lake Garda, where locals and tourists can find everything, from clothing and leather goods to jewellery to local produce.

dates may be subject to change