A rich program for the holiday season, aimed at families, girls, and boys.
“Christmas at the Eremitani Village”
From November 28, 2025, to January 6, 2026, in Piazza Eremitani, girls and boys can meet Santa Claus and deliver their letters – more info
Ice Rink in Prato della Valle
From November 28, 2025, to January 25, 2026, there is a large ice skating rink in Prato della Valle with music and entertainment – more info
The Christmas Train
From Saturday, November 29, 2025, to Tuesday, January 6, 2026, the roaming Christmas train travels through the streets and squares of the city center for a tour of the beauties of Padua.
Departure and arrival in Piazza Cavour
Hours and costs:
– Monday to Friday and Thursday, January 1, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM (long route) – ticket: 5 euros for adults, 4 euros for girls and boys;
– Saturday and Sunday – December 8, 24, 26, and January 6 from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM and from 3:30 PM to 7:30 PM (short route) – ticket: 5 euros for adults, 4 euros for girls and boys.
The service is not available on December 25.
Cantanatale
On Sunday, December 21, 2025, starting at 10:00 AM in Piazza Cavour, a free, solidarity-based singing event for children hospitalized in hospitals – more info
The Befana
The Befana Festival takes place on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, in Prato della Valle.