Christmas 2024 in Porto Cervo
Everything you don't want to miss including Christmas markets, ice skating rink, food outlets and events for young and old alike
After the great success of its first edition in 2023, Christmas in Porto Cervo returns to transform the famous Passeggiata of the Emerald Coast village into a charming Christmas village. From December 11, 2024, to January 6, 2025, the Christmas Markets welcome visitors and residents with a festive atmosphere filled with events and traditions.
The initiative, promoted by the Costa Smeralda Consortium with the support of Smeralda Holding, is part of the Incanto di Natale program by the Municipality of Arzachena, which enlivens the town and its villages with a wide range of activities throughout the holiday season.
For the 2024 edition, Porto Cervo enhances its Christmas program with an even more extensive and engaging calendar of events. Local associations – APS Porto Cervo, Li Montimulesi, Monticanaglia, the Santa Teresina Committee, the Stella Maris Parish, Gli Amici di Nemo, and Gli Amici del Sorriso – play a central role in the Christmas Markets, bringing life to the sixteen wooden chalets.
The stands host local artisans and producers, offering a rich selection of handcrafted creations and food and wine products, providing visitors with an authentic and unforgettable experience.
Natale a Porto Cervo 20242024 Highlights
The 2024 edition introduces some unmissable new features: an ice-skating rink set up in Piazzetta degli Archi and a live pre-New Year’s Eve concert on December 29 in the Piazzetta, promising to enrich the Christmas experience for both adults and children.
“The constant synergy with the Municipality of Arzachena continues to create a diverse program of events for the destination during other seasons, aimed at the local community, our members, and tourists, whom we hope will visit in increasing numbers even in the winter season,” said Mario Ferraro, Vice President of the Costa Smeralda Consortium and CEO of Smeralda Holding. “This is a Christmas project that becomes richer and more engaging every year, thanks to the collaboration of all the stakeholders in our region who work with great enthusiasm towards its realization and success: the Municipality of Arzachena, the Costa Smeralda Consortium, the Smeralda Holding group, countless citizens, and many associations, to whom we extend our heartfelt thanks for their contributions.”
“A special thanks goes to Smeralda Holding, which this year once again decided to support the Municipality of Arzachena by contributing high-level events, such as the much-anticipated concert by a prominent artist. Collaboration with these organizations not only strengthens our region but also provides a unique opportunity to bring joy, culture, and shared experiences to residents and visitors,” said Roberto Ragnedda, Mayor of Arzachena.
Calendario Natale a Porto Cervo 2024Inaugural Program
Christmas in Porto Cervo officially begins on December 11 at 5:30 PM with the traditional blessing of the Christmas Markets and the tree by Father Giorgio Diana, parish priest of the Stella Maris church. Following the blessing, the program includes:
5:45 PM: Gold Wings performance featuring traditional bagpipers and an aperitif.
6:00 PM: Performance by the middle school choir from Abbiadori, directed by Massimo Contursi from the “Si Fa La Musica” association.
6:30 PM: Arrival of Santa Claus and his Elves, delighting the little ones.
The evening concludes around 7:00 PM with a dinner offered at the Christmas Markets.
Christmas Markets and Ice-Skating Rink
From Thursday to Sunday (excluding December 26 and January 3), the Christmas Markets will open at 5:00 PM, while the free ice-skating rink will remain available until 9:00 PM. Each day ends with a convivial dinner served from 7:00 PM, providing a warm, festive experience.
Natale a Porto Cervo 2024First Christmas Weekend Events
December 12, 6:00 PM: Performance by Mago Pirry, a master illusionist.
December 13, 6:00 PM: Concert by Liga Duo, led by Emanuele Sibiriu, featuring a repertoire dedicated to Luciano Ligabue and Italian classics.
December 14, 5:30 PM: Parade by Circo Maccus, with stilt walkers and jugglers, followed by a concert at 6:00 PM by the D’Amico Band, performing international hits from the ’70s, ’80s, and ’90s.
December 15, 6:00 PM: Dance performance by the Aristea company from Arzachena, offering an elegant and captivating show.
Natale a Porto Cervo 2024Second Long Weekend
December 19, 6:00 PM: Live performance by Veronica Perseo, winner of
Tali e Quali 2019, renowned for her remarkable Lady Gaga impersonation.
December 20, 6:00 PM: The Serra Duo presents a musical journey through the greatest hits of Fabrizio De André and other timeless classics.
December 21, 6:00 PM: Tribute to Queen with a concert by
Queen on Fire, the first tribute band featured in the program.
December 22: 5:45 PM: Purple Wings show featuring stilt walkers and glowing butterflies; 6:00 PM: Christmas lyrical concert accompanied by strings and piano.
End-of-Year Events
December 27: 5:30 PM: Puppet theater performance. 6:00 PM: Christmas jazz concert.
December 28, 6:00 PM: Mama presents a '90s-themed show.
December 29, 7:30 PM: Grand live concert in Piazzetta Centrale, offered by Smeralda Holding, featuring a prominent artist.
The New Year in Porto Cervo
January 3, 6:00 PM: Concert by Santa Fe.
January 4: 6:00 PM: Bianche Presenze show featuring a Fire Show. 6:30 PM: Performance by Sardinian choirs Sos Astores and Terra Galana
January 5: 6:00 PM: Tribute to Tina Turner by the band led by Manuela Bolognesi. 6:30 PM: Parade by stilt walkers Jumping Jack
January 6: 6:00 PM: Arrival of La Befana to distribute sweets and coal. 6:30 PM: Closing concert by Luigi Fontana, an internationally renowned crooner, performing hits by his father, Jimmy Fontana, along with iconic Italian and international classics
The complete program is available on the Costa Smeralda Consortium's website, consorziocostasmeralda.com