Albenga lights up immensely
From December 6, 2025
From December 6, 2025, Albenga will turn on its magic and officially kick off the brightest period of the year.
The lighting that kicks off the party – December 6, 2025
We start with a great classic that everyone is waiting for:
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Lighting of the lights that surround the historic center
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The exciting video mapping on the Civic Tower , which "comes to life" and tells stories and curiosities about Albenga but above all about Santa Claus's Elves' Laboratory and will reveal how the gifts intended for all children are created.
A start that makes your eyes shine, at any age.
A month of events, atmosphere and smiles
From December 6th until Epiphany, Albenga becomes a truly luminous path to be experienced at a slow pace:
Traveling shows that liven up alleys and squares
Santa's House , a must-see for children
Christmas shopping in the shops of the Historic Center, the Viale and throughout the city
Aperitifs and social gatherings in Albenga's many bars
Musical entertainment , curated by the locals
A popular program that lets you experience the authentic magic of Christmas wherever you turn.
Discover Albenga through museums, urban trekking, and archaeological sites.
The Christmas season is also the perfect opportunity to explore the city's cultural heritage. Albenga boasts museums and collections that tell its story from diverse and fascinating perspectives:
For those who love experiencing the city by walking outdoors, Albenga offers two charming urban treks, even in winter, perfect for spending a slow-paced Christmas.
You can travel independently:
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Blue Route , created by the young people of FAI Albenga-Alassio
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Green Path , in collaboration with the International Institute of Ligurian Studies
Both are accompanied by an interactive map and audio guides , ideal for discovering alleys, views, history and curiosities at your leisure, savouring the festive atmosphere.
And for archaeology lovers, there are plenty of must-see spots to admire the Ingauno heritage: the San Calocero area, San Clemente, the Northern Necropolis, Iulia Augusta, the Amphitheater, and the Pylon. See everything here .
A Christmas to be experienced from the first to the last day
" Albenga lights up immensely " isn't just a title: it's the atmosphere that envelops the city and welcomes residents and visitors for an entire month. Lights, music, traditions, shopping, flavors, and smiles: everything contributes to making Albenga a perfect destination for Christmas.
Ready to be enchanted?
We await you in the heart of the city, where every corner tells an illuminated story.
The complete program of Christmas events in Albenga
ALBENGA LIGHTS UP IMMENSELY
December 6, 2025 – January 6, 2026
The great Christmas event that transforms Albenga into a stage of lights, projections, and a magical atmosphere.
December 6, 2025 – January 6, 2026
EXHIBITION OF MODELS AND RAILWAY DIORAMAS
4:00 PM to 7:00 PM – Via C. Battisti 5
edited by the Albenga APS Modelling Association
December 6, 2025
LIGHT CHRISTMAS SHOW
Show with Christmas angels, stilt walkers and light juggling
4:30 pm – People's Square
INAUGURATION: "ALBENGA LIGHTS UP WITH IMMENSE"
Double Trust Choir Concert + Touring Show
4:45 PM – Piazza San Michele
MARKET OF TYPICAL PRODUCTS
all day – historic center
A CHRISTMAS CAROL FOR UILDM
9:00 PM – San Carlo Auditorium
edited by the UILDM Albenga Section
06.12 – 07.12
VINTAGE CAR AND MOTORCYCLE EXCHANGE SHOW
all day – Piazza Corridoni
December 7, 2025
ENCHANTED FOREST
Elves, fairies and traveling show
4:30 pm – People's Square
BOOK PRESENTATION OF “VIOLIN OUT OF TUNE” by Daniele La Corte
5:00 PM – San Carlo Auditorium
edited by the Quarta di Copertina bookshop
December 8, 2025
CONCERT OF BEST WISHES – “LE VOCI DEL CENTA” CHORAL
5.30 pm – Church of S. Maria in Fontibus
edited by Unitre Ingauna
ANTIQUES MARKET
all day – Viale Martiri della Libertà
edited by the Tra le Torri Association
December 11, 2025
CONFERENCE “SERIAL NARRATIVE: LITERATURE, CINEMA, TV”
speaker: Jacopo Marchisio
4:30 pm – Palazzo Oddo, 3rd floor
edited by Unitre Ingauna
December 12, 2025
“FACE-TO-FACE BOOKS” REVIEW
Presentation of the book An Excellent Corpse
5:15 PM – Casa Cultural, Via Roma 25
by APS #whatdoyouwanttolearn?
December 13, 2025
“ MAKE YOURSELF COMFORTABLE, LET'S TALK ABOUT LOVE” – OPEN REHEARSAL
staged readings with music
9:00 PM – Casa Cultural, Via Roma 25
by the association #cosavuoichetilegga?
“ALBENGA PAST AND PRESENT” REVIEW
Theme: Sport in Albenga from the 1900s to today
5:00 PM – San Carlo Auditorium
13.12 – 14.12
FEAST OF SAINT LUCIA
historic center
organized by the Santa Lucia Festival Association
December 14, 2025
WAITING FOR CHRISTMAS… IN LECA
all day – Parish Works
“IMMACOLATA” CHOIR CONCERT – GENOA
9:00 PM – St. Michael's Cathedral
by the Parish of San Michele
CHRISTMAS FAIR
all day – Viale Martiri della Libertà and Viale Italia
UILDM CHRISTMAS FAIR
all day – Via Don Isola
edited by UILDM Albenga
CHRISTMAS WITH JOY – CONCERT
6:30 p.m. – San Carlo Auditorium
by the Sjamo Association
December 18, 2025
CHRISTMAS CONCERT OF THE MUSIC HIGH SCHOOL
9:00 PM – St. Michael's Cathedral
promoted by Lions Albenga
December 20, 2025
FIRE DEPARTMENT SANTA CLAUS
4:00 PM – Piazza San Michele
by the Albenga Fire Brigade Detachment
STREET MARCHING BAND – PONTELUNGO
from 4.30pm to 6.00pm – city streets
JAZZ ENSEMBLE CONCERT
8:45 PM – Palazzo Oddo, 3rd floor
edited by the L. Marchese School of Music
BOOK PRESENTATION “THE WAY OF THE GODS (SHINTO)”
5:00 PM – San Carlo Auditorium
December 20, 2025 – January 7, 2026
EXHIBITION “LOVED BY GOD”
Lions Square – UCAI headquarters
edited by UCAI Albenga/Imperia
20.12 – 21.12
ALBENGA REGIONAL CYCLOCROSS CHAMPIONSHIP
all day – Lungocenta Croce Bianca and Foce area
edited by ASD Ucla 1991
December 21, 2025
STREET MARCHING BAND – G. VERDI BAND CORPS
4.30pm – 6.00pm – city streets
ALPINE CHESTNUT FEAST AND INFLATABLES
People's Square
CONCERT BY THE INGAUNIA E. MARCELLI VOCAL MUSIC ACADEMY
9:00 PM – St. Michael's Cathedral
December 27, 2025 – January 6, 2026
EXHIBITION "SPORT OVER TIME IN ALBENGA"
Old Albenga, Via Roma
Opening hours: Tue/Thu/Sun 10.00–12.00 • every afternoon 16.00–18.30
Closed January 1st
December 30, 2025
STREET MARCHING BAND – PONTELUNGO
4.30pm – 6.00pm – from the centre to the seafront
END OF YEAR CONCERT
opera classics and Christmas songs
4:00 PM – Piazza San Michele
Luisa Repola on piano, Antonio Della Mura on vocals
December 31, 2025
NEW YEAR'S EVE WITH FREE WILL
10:00 PM – People's Square
January 3, 2026
ARTISAN MARKET
all day – Piazza IV Novembre
January 3 – January 4, 2026
ALBENGA BRICK – LEGO EXHIBITION + PLAY AREA
03.01: 14.00–19.00 • 04.01: 9.00–19.00
Scotto Niccolari Palace
edited by #costruireinsieme by Marco Munì
January 4, 2026
TOMBOLA OF THE OLD ALBENGA ASSOCIATION
3:00 PM – Parish Works of San Michele
STREET MARCHING BAND – G. VERDI
4.30pm–6.00pm – city streets
CONCERT OF BEST WISHES – “LE VOCI DEL CENTA” CHORAL
4:00 PM – St. Michael's Cathedral
edited by Unitre Ingauna
January 6, 2026
THE FIREFIGHTERS' BEFANA
4:00 PM – Piazza San Michele
by the Albenga Fire Brigade Detachment
ALBENGA LIGHTS UP IMMENSELY - Christmas Lights 2025/2026.
The installation was created with the support of the Ministry of Tourism - National Tourism Fund (FUNT 2025) and with the support of the Liguria Region and the City of Albenga - CUP è F59I25001520004