What to do in the Langhe between Christmas and New Year's

Even in December, in the transition between autumn and winter, the Langhe and Roero manage to give us glimpses of rare beauty, especially when covered in the snowy white of snow, who knows if we will be lucky enough to see it fall this year.

It is hard not to get caught up in the Christmas atmosphere with its lights, colors and magic.

A period packed with things to do and see, including themed shows, markets, food events and activities for the whole family.

Here is a selection of appointments that we recommend you don’t miss in the days between Christmas and New Year’s Eve, where escaping the routine is a gift we absolutely must give ourselves.

The magical Christmas village in Govone

Until December 21

The program of the Magical Christmas Country in Govone, includes a range of activities for all ages, including Christmas markets with local crafts, theater performances, concerts and creative workshops for children.

Additionally, you can visit Santa’s House set up in Govone Castle, experience the Elf School and watch light and sound shows that will bring the evenings to life.

The event also offers a wide selection of typical gastronomic specialties, allowing visitors to experience total immersion in the Christmas atmosphere.

Asti Christmas Markets

Until December 21

Asti’s historic center comes alive with the famous and award-winning Christmas Markets, hosted in Corso Alfieri, Piazza San Secondo and Piazza Roma, where quaint little wooden houses welcome artisans and producers from all over Italy.

It is an ideal opportunity to discover handcrafted artifacts perfect for unique gifts, food specialties to taste and street food offerings for a mouthwatering break.

The Christmas atmosphere is enhanced with thematic guided tours that allow visitors to explore the city’s monuments and churches, revealing anecdotes and curiosities, for an experience that involves the whole family.

The Christmas Fairy Tale in Santo Stefano Belbo

Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 December

Among the most enchanting events of the season, The Christmas Fairy Tale transforms Santo Stefano Belbo into a small enchanted world, where lights, scenery and Christmas characters create an atmosphere capable of captivating young and old alike.

A village to discover while strolling, among wooden houses, stories, workshops and moments designed to experience the magic of Christmas in a simple and authentic way.

Nativities from the world

From December 5 to January 6

In Mondovì, the traditional appointment with the collection of nativity scenes from around the world: handcrafted representations of every size and made with the most diverse materials.

This year nativities from: Ecuador, Guatemala, Thailand, Haiti, Indonesia, Mexico, Turkey, Kenya, Peru, Cambodia, Ukraine, Poland and beyond.

There is also a section devoted to music boxes, snowballs, and Christmas decorations of all shapes and sizes, ready to win you over.

Gospel Concert with David Wright & NY Fellowship Choir

Saturday 20 December

Christmas in Asti takes a decidedly special turn with the return of the NY Fellowship Choir led by David Wright: an explosion of voices, rhythm and stage presence capable of transforming the Alfieri Theater into a collective experience, rather than a simple concert.

An evening where gospel dialogues with soul and contemporary influences, creating a powerful and engaging atmosphere.

Antiques Market

Sunday 21 December

The stalls of the Nizza Antique Market will invade the central Piazza Garibaldi in Nizza Monferrato, transforming the town center into a journey through forgotten times: over 350 exhibitors will offer vintage objects, furniture, vintage items, curiosities, collectibles and suggestions from rural tradition.

A perfect opportunity for those looking for original gifts, for retro lovers or for those who want to immerse themselves in an atmosphere with ancient charm, strolling among stalls full of stories and memories.

An event capable of surprising even those who are not experts: among old prints, lace, furniture, books and artifacts from yesterday, small treasures to discover are hidden.

In Cherasco the elves tell about Santa Claus

Monday 22 December

For families with children looking for authentic Christmas magic, The elves tell… Santa Claus at Teatro Salomone in Cherasco is an opportunity not to miss: an afternoon of stories, laughter and wonder, with clumsy elves ready to entertain the little ones and prepare everyone, young and old, for the arrival of Santa Claus.

A moment designed especially for children, capable of unleashing wonder, imagination and the most authentic spirit of Christmas.

The living nativity scene in Dogliani

Tuesday 23 and Wednesday 24 December

In Dogliani Castello, on December 23 and 24, the village goes dark to light up with torches, slow steps and voices that come from another time.

The Living Nativity is one of the most evocative traditions of the territory: an entire village that transforms into a great choral story, made of ancient crafts, scenes of daily life and atmospheres that envelop anyone who passes through the alleys.

An immersive experience and deeply evocative, perfect for those who love the most authentic Christmas and want to be carried into a story that comes to life under the stars.

Winery Open Their Doors for the Holidays

From December 26 to January 6

Christmas in the Langhe is a magical time that every lover of wine and authentic flavors should experience. If you pass through this area during the holidays, with Open Doors in the Cellar, you have the opportunity to discover the wineries and meet the producers.

On this occasion, between toasts and laughter, you chat with exquisite people, listen to stories that warm your heart and, of course, taste wines that will become part of your most precious memories.

La Teca: Christmas lunch

For those who want to experience the magic of Christmas without worries, being pampered by a cozy atmosphere and authentic flavors, here is an unmissable proposal.

The restaurant La Teca at Hotel Monteverde invites you to celebrate Christmas lunch in Bistagno, in Monferrato, enjoying its traditional menu with welcome entrée, trio of appetizers, first course, main course and dessert.

Christmas lunch at Dei Bersaglieri restaurant

In Alta Langa, in Lequio Berria, the hotel restaurant Dei Bersaglieri offers something more than a “routine” lunch to experience the authentic essence of Langa: a Christmas menu featuring flavors and dishes from Piedmontese tradition, served in a family-friendly and welcoming environment.

From pumpkin and turmeric risotto to tagliatelle with Langa ragù, through Fassona roasts and local meats, to typical holiday desserts.

A lunch capable of telling the story of the territory and celebrating Christmas with taste.

Exhibition: Ninety years of bubbles

From December 27 to 29

The halls of the Castle of the Marquises of Busca in Mango come alive for the Piedmontese stop of Ninety years of bubbles: an exhibition that tells, through vintage posters, advertisements, films and unpublished images, the visual and cultural history of Italy’s oldest DOCG sparkling wine.

It’s a journey that weaves together territorial identity, wine taste and collective memory in a path that crosses decades of style, communication and customs, rediscovering how a simple glass of Asti has been able to tell the story of entire generations.

Guided tour of the Battle Museum

Sunday 28 December

For those who want a cultural break between a Christmas market and a holiday lunch, the guided tours of the Battle Museum offer a different opportunity than usual: a journey that takes you back to 1544, when a great European clash left marks still visible in local places and memories.

Among artifacts, reconstructions and stories that bring to life a piece of fascinating and little-known history, the visit becomes a way to discover new and surprising perspectives.

New Year’s Concert at the Politeama theater in Bra

Tuesday 30 December

If your passion is classical music and you want to end the year with something special, the Politeama Boglione in Bra offers a fresh and engaging version of The Elixir of Love: the “Giuseppe Verdi” Band, conducted by Maestro Enea Tonetti, brings Donizetti to the stage with a mix of lightness, talent and that irony that makes this opera always current.

A pleasant evening, elegantly balanced, perfect for those who want to end the year letting themselves be guided by music and the theater atmosphere.

Capo d’Alba: New Year’s Eve at the Circus

Wednesday 31 December

The big New Year’s Eve party is here. The gala evening returns to the Circus with dinner, show by comedy magician Gabriele Rigo, and ends with a DJ set with Tuttafuffa crew to dance and party until the first light of 2026.

A super dinner awaits you with aperitif, three appetizers, two first courses, main course and dessert, before dancing.

Do you want to start the new year with energy and carefree spirit? Then this is an idea to keep an eye on.

1920s New Year’s Eve in Great Gatsby style

Wednesday 31 December

In Calamandrana, in the extraordinary setting of the Almaranto Hotel complex, the gourmet restaurant Adagio and the bistro Anima, there will be the most exclusive event in Monferrato: a “Great Gatsby” party where the dress code is not mandatory but appreciated.

Retro elegance, welcome drinks and two menus to choose from (one creative and modern, the other more traditional and comforting) to start the year with taste and style.

After dinner with live music by Almost Acoustic Duo, space for bubbles, fireworks, and DJ set to party until morning.