Christmas when you are a child is the most wonderful time of the year, you send out your little letter and have more time to be with your family. If you are thinking of organizing magical moments for your children, Rome dresses up in December with many events in different areas of the metropolis. Here are some suggestions for fun, kid-friendly days out.
Christmas on Ice at Cinecittà World
From December 25 to January 6, the Palastudio at Cinecittà World will host the incredible ice show celebrating the holidays in style. A one-of-a-kind event in Rome, starring national and Olympic-level artists.
Accompanied by the most evocative Christmas tunes, ice skating champions will bring to life an hour of pure wonder. Performances will include spectacular choreography, singles and pairs performances, synchronized skating and extraordinary freestyle acrobatics that will leave audiences breathless.
The show will be staged daily at 3 p.m. and 6 p.m., providing unforgettable moments for young and old alike.
Zoomarine’s Christmas party
On December 15, Zoomarine water park is preparing to close and greet everyone with a big Christmas party. From 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. families will find mechanical attractions, animal demonstrations, artistic illuminations and honored guests, can’t miss Santa Claus and his helpers preparing for Christmas Eve night. On the same day there will be Lucilla with her live show.
A Christmas Carol
The Bit Company presents the Christmas musical “A Christmas Carol,” inspired by Charles Dickens’ famous novel, on stage at the Auditorium Conciliazione in Rome. Adapted for musical theater by Melina Pellicano (author and director), with music by Stefano Lori and Marco Caselle, the show recounts the transformation of the cynical Ebenezer Scrooge, who through the visit of three spirits discovers the magic of Christmas and the value of generosity.
Performances will be held Dec. 21 and 22 at Via della Conciliazione, 4. Tickets are available from 25 euros. An unmissable event for adults and children to experience the magic of Christmas in Rome.
Market and Feast of the Epiphany in Piazza Navona
As every year, Piazza Navona will be filled with booths with games and handicrafts for the typical Christmas market, from December 1. Food, entertainment and puppet shows will help make your day unique. Also, on January 6, the hag arrives to bring treats and coal to the children.
Neon Brush Kids
On Sunday, December 15, you can discover the magic of neon painting with Neon Brush Kids, a creative and fun activity designed for the whole family! In a stimulating environment, parents and children (ages 4 and up) can explore their artistic side using fluorescent paints that glow in the dark, stencils and tools to create amazing effects. All accompanied by upbeat music for an engaging experience.
Why have this experience?
- Quality family time in a creative setting
- Glow-in-the-dark canvas for a spectacular effect
- Each participant can take home his or her own work of art
Here is some practical information about the event (which we warn you in advance already, has few tickets left):
- Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutes
- Location: Moderno Hotel Roma, Via Magenta 2, 00185 Rome
- Minimum age: 4 years (children accompanied by an adult)
A unique opportunity to have fun, create unforgettable memories and take home a colorful work of art, but don’t wear your favorite clothes, they might get dirty.