Dona Christmas Market
Visitors can wander beneath the loggias of the Pavaglione among traditional stalls featuring local artisans, creative hobbyists, and gift ideas like candles and wool items. The market offers regional Romagna delicacies and local products, including cheeses, cold cuts, wines, grappa, honey-based treats, roasted chestnuts, and vin brulé. The town center features holiday light displays and a four-meter-tall Christmas tree.
Nov 28 – Dec 23, 2026 All ages Free admission.
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Plan Your Visit
Hours
10:00–18:00 on the listed market days; December 23, 15:00–19:00.
Neighborhood
Pavaglione
Food & Drink
Stalls offer Romagna specialties including cheeses, cured meats, wines, grappa, honey-based treats, roasted chestnuts and vin brulé.
Parking
Parking is available in Piazza Garibaldi and nearby streets. Camper parking is available at the Parco del Loto car park on via Foro Boario, a short distance from the event.
Accessibility
L'evento è accessibile ai diversamente abili.
Location
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Holiday shoppers and fans of local crafts and food
Vibe
Festive and relaxed
Energy Level
Low
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Tips & Advice
- Park in Piazza Garibaldi or the nearby streets, which are close to the market under the loggias of the Pavaglione.
- If you're travelling by camper, use the camper stop at the Parco del Loto car park on via Foro Boario, a short walk from the stalls.
- Visit from December 6 onward to see the Pavaglione lit with Christmas lights and the 4-meter Christmas tree in the square.
- Note that December 23 is an afternoon-only market day, so plan any last-minute gift shopping for later in the day.
- Browse the Pro Loco's online guide to exhibitors and shops before you go to see the more than 200 creatives, shops and businesses taking part.
Special Events & Promotions
- December 23 is an afternoon-only market day.
- The Pavaglione is lit with Christmas lights from December 6 into January.
- New: an online guide to exhibitor types and shops in the Pro Loco network, being updated with 2026 additions.
- An ice rink in Piazza Mazzini may join the market this season.
Links & Contact
Run by Pro Loco di Lugo
Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their contact page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I buy at the market?
Most stalls are run by local creatives and artisans, with candles, wool items and gift ideas. Food stalls sell cheeses, cured meats, wines, grappa and honey products.
What is there to eat and drink?
Romagna specialties, roasted chestnuts, vin brulé, cheeses and more.
Where can I park?
There's parking in Piazza Garibaldi and the nearby streets. Campers can stop at the Parco del Loto car park on via Foro Boario, a short walk from the market.
Is the market accessible?
Yes. The market is under the loggias of the Pavaglione and is accessible to people with disabilities.
How can I become an exhibitor?
Fill in the sign-up form from the Pro Loco di Lugo, or email mercatini@prolocolugo.org. Exhibitors are mainly creatives.
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