Isn’t December the most beautiful month? Isn’t Christmas the most beautiful holiday? It is the last month of the year and gives us all a magical atmosphere full of good intentions for the future. So many things to do in and around the city. Here are what to do in December in Milan but not only.
Table Of Contents
- "Dinos Alive - The Immersive Experience."
- Titanic: An Immersive Voyage
- Light Cycles
- Attend a Christmas Candlelight concert.
- Watch Milan through the eyes of Giuseppe Verdi
- Space Dreamers - Immersive Experience
- Go to Artigiano in Fiera 2024
- A scavenger hunt
- Explore the Christmas Village at the Carroponte
- Plan a trip to discover the beautiful Christmas markets
- Walk through the Oh Bej! Oh Bej! fair.
- Delighted by King Panettone 2024
- Take the car and discover the village among the most beautiful in northern Italy
- Discover the ice skating rinks in town
- Take part in Santa Running 2024
- Attend a musical in town
“Dinos Alive – The Immersive Experience.”
Among the things to do in December in Milan are dinosaurs. Travel through time thanks to“Dinos Alive – The Immersive Experience.” Don’t miss the chance to walk among the dinosaurs. Secure your tickets here. Don’t miss.
Titanic: An Immersive Voyage
It’s not long before Titanic: An Immersive Voyage is over, so it’s definitely one to mark down as one of the things to do in December in Milan. With more than 300 artifacts from the company that created the liner, reconstructed parts of the ship, immersive storytelling, VR experiences and more, you’ll feel like you’re sailing into the past. Live a unique experience. Here for tickets.
Light Cycles
Light Cycles is the most evocative light and sound show ever, a must-see, romantic and dreamy event that will enchant you.
Coming soon to the waterfront. A show that evokes different realms of the natural world, seeking to amplify the voice of nature through light and sound.
From illuminating the intricate communication of trees to capturing the ethereal refractions of a sunset, each installation invites the viewer to enter the hypnotic universe of nature, oscillating between the seductive and the sacred. An enchanted nocturnal journey that will transport you into a fairy tale. Not to be missed. Buy tickets now before they run out.
Attend a Christmas Candlelight concert.
Candlelight returns to shine its light again this month, and among the things to do in December in Milan, a Christmas and candlelight concert is a must. Last Christmas, Jingle Bells and other great classics played by professional musicians in beautiful locations in Milan. Find out the entire program here. And don’t miss even one of the concerts planned in December, not only Christmas but also tributes to Morricone, Queen, Coldyplay, Lucio Dalla, Louis Armstrong, Ray Charles and many more.
Watch Milan through the eyes of Giuseppe Verdi
Another truly worthy exhibit is You Are Verdi, the exhibition dedicated to the great Italian composer. Thanks to virtual reality you will be catapulted into 1800s Milan to discover the era in which the great Swan of Busseto lived when he composed the world’s greatest operas! We recommend it. Don’t miss it!
Space Dreamers – Immersive Experience
Space Dreamers – Immersive Experience is an interactive and immersive experience that allows you to explore the universe through immersive installations in the heart of Milan, in Piazza Cesare Beccaria. The exhibition offers 18 installations that transport visitors from the moon to interstellar scenarios, creating a multisensory journey through light shows and dreamlike scenery.
Starting in October 2024, the exhibition features three new installations, “Fly me to the moon,” “Interstellar,” and “Free Your Power,” which further enrich the dreamlike experience created by designers Elena and Giulia Sella. Space Dreamers invites adults and children to experience an unforgettable cosmic adventure.
Go to Artigiano in Fiera 2024
This year the Craftsman Fair returns. From Nov. 30 to Dec. 8 at Rho Fiera Milano there will be a new edition of the international event that enhances the craftsman, his workers and their products. You will find handicrafts from all over the world that cannot be found anywhere else. There will also be musical events, dance performances and international food booths. Daily from 10 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Get your free pass here.
A scavenger hunt
Why not organize an interactive treasure hunt in the heart of Milan? City Escape is an experience that combines the thrill of mystery with the adrenaline rush of a treasure hunt. It allows you to explore Milan in a whole new way. You will decide the day and time to play. The experience will begin by downloading an app to your device, which will guide you through the streets of the city. You will be called upon to solve puzzles and brain teasers of varying difficulty. You will have a time limit to finish the game and a chat where you can receive instructions. A family-friendly experience that combines fun, culture and entertainment in one engaging adventure. Info and tickets here.
Explore the Christmas Village at the Carroponte
Another magical world to discover is The Magic of Christmas at the Carroponte. 25 thousand square meters of location chock-full of magic, lights and enchantment. You will find the Elves’ village, the Toy Factory, the village post office where you can write your letter for Santa, a double-decker horse carousel and then the ever-present Santa’s House. There will also be magic shows, soap bubble shows, gospel choirs, ballet and musicals, as well as a Christmas market and a chocolate-restaurant.
Plan a trip to discover the beautiful Christmas markets
If you love Christmas, you can’t miss the most beautiful Christmas markets not only in Milan but in and around Lombardy. You can walk among the thousands of colorful lights, listen to Christmas songs or eat the typical sweets of this period. In our article discover many places to visit.
Walk through the Oh Bej! Oh Bej! fair.
Connecting to the point made earlier, in Milan from December 7 until the 10th comes the historic Oh Bej! Oh Bej! Think it dates back to the 1300s. Lots of stalls around Castello Sforzesco and inside Parco Sempione where you can have fun and browse through traditional products, antiques, accessories, clothing, delicacies to taste and much more.
Delighted by King Panettone 2024
Can you miss the most mouth-watering confectionery event? King Panettone? Absolutely not. The most famous art yeast market exhibition where you can taste unique creations. And you can also be part of the jury this year and decree the best. Find out how here. We are at the Novegro Exhibition Park.November 30-December 1. Ticket info and admission here.
Take the car and discover the village among the most beautiful in northern Italy
Why not think about a trip out of town? Two hours from Milan lies this hamlet among the most charming in Northern Italy, Fontainemore. A village rich in history and magic. Under Christmas it becomes a village from a Thousand and One Nights. To discover.
Discover the ice skating rinks in town
Soon the ice skating rinks scattered around the city will return. In Città di Lombardia Square, in Gae Aulenti Square, at Bagni Misteriosi, Assago, the rink inside the Christmas Park, the one at the Village of Wonders, at Bicocca Village and Centro Sarca. There are as many as you want!
Take part in Santa Running 2024
The Santa Running edition is back. The most fun run/walk dedicated to Christmas. Everyone dressed up as Santa Claus. A run to support scientific research against pediatric cancers. Find out how to participate if interested and other info. When. Dec. 14.
Attend a musical in town
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