Christmas at the Elves' Academy
Families can explore entertainment zones featuring stilt walkers, face painters, inflatables, retro games, and a Christmas market. Stages host live performances including bubble magic, elf parades, and an appearance by Santa Claus. Children can join themed workshops to craft holiday squishies, chocolate treats, and toys, while parents take part in friendly family challenges.
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When
Tickets
Admission to the event is free. Children’s workshops are purchased separately and can be reserved from November 2, 2026; the page gives no workshop price. An accompanying adult is free. Visitors may choose one to four different workshops in different turns.
Hours
Doors open at 9:45; the finale is at 18:00; areas and activities run from 10:00 to 18:00; the Retro Games Area opens at 10:30. Program times: 10:15 special guest #1; 10:30 first workshop turn and Retro Games Area opening; 11:00 parenting meetings; 11:30 Christmas opening show; 12:00 second workshop turn and Elfi Chef; 13:00 prize games and performance, and lunch break from 13:00 to 15:00; 13:15 third workshop turn; 14:45 special guest #2; 15:00 bubble show with Mr Bollicino; 15:30 fourth workshop turn and child health meetings; 16:30 La Grande Magia degli Elfi and Elfi Pasticceri; 17:00 fifth workshop turn; 17:30 Salotto degli Elfi farewell; 18:00 finale with Santa Claus.
Ages
All ages
Food & Drink
Children can make Christmas chocolate treats to enjoy or take home in a workshop; no other food or drink options are specified.
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Tips & Advice
- Reserve children's workshops when bookings open November 2, 2026; spaces require reservations and workshop activities are purchased separately.
- Choose one to four different workshops in separate scheduled turns, and allow an hour for each activity.
- Check that participating children are ages 3–12, the stated age range for the creative workshops.
- Bring a toy only if you wish to donate it; giving is optional and general event admission remains free.
- Accompanying adults enter workshops free, so plan to stay with children during their booked activities.
Special Events & Promotions
- Event admission is free; children’s workshops are purchased separately and require reservations.
- Children aged 3–12 can book one to four different workshops in separate turns; an accompanying adult is free.
- The event opens with an elf parade and cartoon characters.
- Mr Bollicino performs the bubble show.
- Santa Claus appears at the finale and distributes gifts.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the event for, and what ages can join the workshops?
The event is for children and families. Workshops are for children aged 3 to 12, and an accompanying adult is free.
Do I need to reserve workshops, and can I choose more than one?
Yes. Reserve workshops in advance; you can choose one to four different workshops in different turns. Each activity lasts one hour.
What can children do at the workshops?
They can make chocolate treats, a Christmas squishy, a toy, or a decorated bauble and Christmas letter. The chocolate treats can be tasted or taken home.
What is available for parents and families?
The Salotto degli Elfi offers family meetings, parent-child challenges and a relaxation corner for dads. The program includes parenting and child-health meetings.
Can we bring a toy to donate?
Yes. Bringing a toy for children in need is optional; the event remains free whether or not you donate.
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