What to do in Valle di Comino over the Immacolata weekend (5-8 December 2025)
The Immaculate Conception Bridge 2025 has finally arrived and the Comino Valley is preparing to welcome visitors and residents with an explosion of lights, authentic flavours and Christmas traditions. If you are wondering what to do this weekend in Ciociaria, you are in the right place.
From winter festivals to festively lit villages, here is the definitive guide to unmissable events in the Comino Valley from Friday 5 to Monday 8 December 2025.
Friday 5 December: The Magic of Christmas lights up
The weekend begins with the official opening of the festivities in one of the most picturesque villages in the valley.
Christmas at Villa Latina
A Villa Latina you can already breathe in the festive air. Starting today, the village is transformed with illuminations and decorations that will accompany us until the Epiphany. It is the perfect occasion for an evening stroll through the decorated alleys, ideal for families and couples looking for a romantic atmosphere.
Saturday 6 December: Traditions, Music and Markets
Saturday is packed with important openings. Between culture, crafts and popular music, one is spoilt for choice.
Comino “Tuttalavallechevuoi” Festival”
A widespread event celebrating the identity of the entire valley. At Atina and neighbouring municipalities, three days of meetings, excursions and workshops to discover the area in a new light.
Community market in Gallinaro
If you love 0 km products and local handicrafts, you can't miss the opening of the market in Gallinaro. An excellent opportunity to buy unique and sustainable Christmas gifts directly from producers in the Valley.
Christmas in Alvito and San Donato
The valley's two flagship villages also inaugurate their calendars.
- Ad Alvito cultural and solidarity events in anticipation of the big party on Sunday. Christmas programme in Alvito
- A San Donato Val di Comino, medieval charm meets Christmas for an atmospheric experience within historic walls. Medieval Christmas in San Donato
Popular Music: Echoes in the Wind
For lovers of sound traditions, the festival dedicated to wind instruments and popular music is back, perfect for getting into the Christmas spirit with the sounds typical of the period.
Sunday 7 December: Taste and Spirituality
Sunday is the beating heart of the weekend, with unmissable food and wine events and great concerts.
Polenta Festival in Alvito
Sunday lunch is done at Alvito! The historic Polenta Festival, a convivial event to enjoy one of the poorest but richly flavoured dishes of rural tradition, seasoned with local sauces and lots of fun.
Brocco di Vino in Broccostella
In the afternoon, move to Broccostella for the third edition of Wine Broth. A tasting tour of the best wineries in the area, accompanied by local street food. The perfect event for lovers of good drinking.
Art and Music in Picinisco and Atina
- A Picinisco, back Vico Aper Art, the event that transforms the alleys of the village into an open-air art gallery with aperitifs and performances. Vico Aper Art in Picinisco
- Ad Atina, doppio appuntamento culturale: i Luoghi e Sapori del Giubileo per un viaggio tra fede e gusto, seguito dal prestigioso concerto del Samuele Pagano International Festival.
Si accendono Vicalvi e Casalvieri
La sera della vigilia dell’Immacolata si illuminano anche Vicalvi e Casalvieri, con l’inizio ufficiale dei loro cartelloni natalizi.
Lunedì 8 Dicembre: Festa dell’Immacolata
Chiudiamo il ponte con un evento magico dedicato ai più piccoli e la prosecuzione dei mercatini.
Babbo Natale a Cavallo ad Alvito
Un classico che emoziona sempre: Babbo Natale non arriva in slitta, ma a cavallo! Un momento di pura gioia per i bambini che potranno incontrare Santa Claus in una veste insolita e “country” nel cuore di Alvito.
Inoltre, continuano per tutto il giorno il Community market in Gallinaro e gli eventi del Festival di Comino, offrendo l’ultima occasione del weekend per vivere la valle in festa.