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The golden autumn has given up its colorful place and left the stage to winter for the most contemplative time of the year. With a promising tone, lights and angels, Christmas trees and a small Christmas market announce the holiday season in Kaltern, which makes the most of its smaller size with nothing lacking. A contemplative village stroll if desired, enjoying wine and fine treats in festive garb, embedded in culinary traditions with both old customs and new practices that will join them. A celebration of joy, sharing, and community, surrounded by music and hospitality in the heart of Kaltern.

With the participation of Sibylle Siller (voice) & children's choir Musical arrangements for the MPSO: Gaspare Federico Conductor: Roberto Federico Presented by: Sarah Freimuth Charity evening in aid of: Associazione Nazionale Alpini, Gruppo Marlengo Advance tickets: www.ticket.bz.it and at the Kurhaus box office, Corso Libertà 29, on the following days: Friday, 5 December 2025 (5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.) Saturday, 6 December 2025 (10 a.m. - 12.30 p.m. + 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.) or at the ticket office of the Bolzano Municipal Theatre, Piazza Verdi 40, tel. +39 0471 053800, Tuesday to Friday 2.30pm-7pm, Saturday 3.30pm-7pm, closed Sunday and Monday. Organised by Merano Tourist Office and La Quercia

There will be distributed small gifts to the children.

The Nikolaus parade starts at 3 PM at Waltherplatz – visitors of all ages are warmly welcome to be enchanted by Nikolaus and his angel!

Arrival of St. Nicholas - A magical evening for young and old! Soon St. Nicholas will arrive in our municipality! A special evening dedicated to children and their families. 🎅 Arrival of St. Nicholas - St. Nicholas will enter solemnly and address festive words to the children (in German), bringing joy and warmth to all. 🎁 Gifts for the children - St. Nicholas will personally distribute a gift to each child present! ☕ Hot drinks and snacks - Hot drinks and delicious snacks will be available to make the most of the Christmas atmosphere. 🎶 Musical entertainment - The evening will be accompanied by music to make the atmosphere even more festive. The event is organized by the Catholic Family Association, which has taken care of every detail to provide an unforgettable evening for the whole community. We are waiting for you to experience the magic of St. Nicholas together!

In the chilly December air, the village glows in celebration of St. Nicholas's arrival. Families gather while children eagerly await the festivities. St. Nicholas, clad in his splendid red cloak, arrives accompanied by angels carrying sacks of sweets. As he distributes gifts to the children, he creates an atmosphere of joy and enchantment. Our local farmers from La Val delight everyone with traditional Ladin specialities, transforming the evening into a warm and festive celebration of community.

Krampus run in Naturno: Start at 6 p.m. at the "Hirschen" parking lot in the Kompatsch district. Aftershow (Music & sound) on the town hall square!

The KFS local groups of the municipalities of Kiens and Ehrenburg warmly invite you to the Kiens Christmas Market! On December 6, 2025, starting at 5:00 PM at the Community Center in Kiens. Come by and enjoy a cozy evening filled with Christmas spirit, delicious food, and lots of surprises!

Winter is back — the Schwemmalm ski area officially kicks off the new season on December 6! Look forward to freshly groomed slopes, dreamy runs and the incomparable Schwemmalm panorama. After your first turns in the powder, the cozy huts await with South Tyrolean specialties and warm hospitality. If you want to end the day in style, join the après‑ski for music, good vibes and fun.

Join us for the Nikolaus celebration on the beautifully decorated square! Children listen to the story of Saint Nicholas, may meet him in person, and celebrate Advent with songs and little surprises. A magical experience for the whole family.

Advent concert with brass ensemble, percussion, the men of the Unterinn parish choir, and organ in the Parish Church of Unterinn at 7 p.m., Voluntary donation

Join Markus Gimbel on a magical journey into his enchanting world! This is a show where you can laugh, participate, and even cast a little magic yourself. Performer: Markus Gimbel (AT/South Tyrol) For children aged: 4 and up Duration: approx. 45 minutes Start time: 5:00 PM

In Colfosco there is already a special Christmas atmosphere in the air from the beginning of December. The village is decorated with lights and Christmas ornaments. The church square with the majestic Sella Group as a backdrop is particularly impressive: a landscape straight out of a picture book. Every year, on the church square, memories and customs are renewed, such as the visit of Saint Nicholas, who at 5.30 p.m. visits the children on the church square bringing candies and sweets. Gastronomy stand: "Wellness Garden Pension", Colfosco

On Friday, December 5, starting at 05:00 pm, the community gathers at the mulled-wine stand on the main square – the perfect way to get into the mood for the upcoming Krampus parade. The fearsome Krampuses roam through the village with thundering bells, giving everyone plenty of chills! On Saturday, December 6, from 05:00 pm, the mulled-wine stand will again be open; from 03:30 pm to 6:30 pm, the scouts will be serving freshly roasted chestnuts in exchange for a voluntary donation. At around 06:00 pm, Saint Nicholas will greet the children on the main square with a small surprise. Until 07:00 pm, the area remains Krampus-free, but afterwards the village once again transforms into a dark stage. At 07:30 pm, the spectacular Krampus show begins, where several groups showcase their eerie performances – an experience no one will forget anytime soon!

St Nicholas procession with little Krampuses in Lana. The idea of taking away the fear of Krampus from the youngest children in our village at an early age bore great fruit last year. St. Nicholas will parade through the Gries with his little entourage on 6 December and distribute his gifts to the children at the Thalerhof, from the Capuchin church in Lana at 5.00 pm.

On 6 December 2025, starting at 7.30 p.m., the Burgeis Krampus and St. Nicholas parade will begin at Restaurant Gerda, passing through the village square and ending at the schoolyard. Afterwards, the Krampus party will take place in the schoolyard in Burgeis.

The Krampus parade begins at 5:30 p.m. Dark figures with frightening masks, shaggy furs, and loud bells move through the streets, spreading a mysterious atmosphere. A special experience that keeps the old Krampus tradition alive.

The Krampuses’ route will be as follows:
Viale Stazione → Piazza Walther → Piazza del Grano → Via dei Portici → Piazza Erbe → Via Goethe → Piazza della Mostra → Vicolo della Parrocchia → Via Isarco → Parco dei Cappuccini.

25 Years of Living Craftsmanship and Christmas Magic – the Maranatha Nativity Museum Celebrates its Anniversary. Traditional "Nigglas" performance at the Nativity Museum, in the Almdiele Restaurant, and at the Sportalm. Various Krampus groups, a visit from St. Nicholas, and a festive Christmas atmosphere with different music ensembles, brass bands, and choirs. Enjoy food and drinks in a cozy atmosphere

Let yourself be enchanted by the magic of this tradition: meet St. Nicholas at 3.30 and his Krampus from 4.30, take unforgettable souvenir photos and look forward to sweet gifts.

We look forward to seeing you!

Saturday, December 6, 2025
The KFS serves warm drinks after the St. Nicholas devotion and offers Leberkäse rolls for refreshment.
The devotion will take place at 5:00 p.m. in the parish church.
A brass ensemble will create a festive Christmas atmosphere

Immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere!

From 11 am, the Christmas market opens its doors, featuring around 20 exhibitors.

In the afternoon, young and adult musical artists will enchant visitors with Christmas melodies:
1 pm: Bläsergruppe Moos (Brass Group of Moos/Moso)
2 pm: Music School Concert
3:30 pm: Alisa & Lea
5:30 pm: traditional procession of the illuminated Christmas tree with Nikolaus, angels, and Krampus, accompanied by alphorn players
6 pm: Bläsergruppe Walten (Brass Group of Walten/Valtina)
8 pm: FF Moos lottery draw
8:30 pm: Christmas concert with Michael Aster

Food and drink are provided: warming drinks and home-made delicacies invite you to enjoy.

The parade starts at 5 pm at Hotel Jager Hans, leads to the village square, and is musically accompanied by the Jugendkapelle Passeier (youth band of Passeiertal Valley). Along the way, children can meet St. Nicholas in person and take a souvenir photo. Once at the village square, St. Nicholas and his angels hand out gift bags, and everyone sings together.
During the parade, food packages are collected for children in Moldova and Ukraine –
a wonderful opportunity to spread joy.
At the village square, the Catholic Family Association (KFS) of St. Martin/S. Martino provides warm drinks and sweet treats for a cozy gathering.

The AGACH (Working Group of Alpine Choir Associations) was founded in Bolzano in 1979 and is designed as a project-oriented working group. It stands for musical and cultural diversity in the Alpine regions, bringing together musically active people across language barriers, nationalities, and social backgrounds to form a community that unites people.

The most traditional event is probably the AGACH CHORWEIHNACHT, which has been organized annually by a different member association since 1982. In 2025, the South Tyrolean Choir Association will host this unique concert experience in the run-up to Christmas.

Participating choirs / Cori partecipanti

Isura Madrigal Choir Geretsried
Bavarian Singers' Association (D)
Vocalensemble SalCanto
Salzburg Choir Association (A)
Non Nobis Domine
Federazione Cori dell'Alto Adige
Strengen Men's Choir
Tyrol Choir Association (A)
Neustift Men's Choir
South Tyrolean Choir Association

Free admission

Let yourself be carried away by the magic of medieval light… in an era that was anything but dark!
In the Middle Ages, candles and many other handcrafted objects illuminated homes, churches, palaces, castles and streets, accompanying the daily life of men and women of the time.
Through an educational performance, the association Niedertor mit Gefolge guides us in rediscovering this still little-known material culture.

Penoner Kirchtag

Kirchtag celebrations at the Penon clubhouse

Holy Mass at 9 a.m.

The duo Tom & Tom will be playing from 7 p.m.

6th of December 2025
5pm to 11pm
Music by Highlive Events DJ Roco
with mulled wine, hot drinks and wine

After the contemplative devotion, there is a joint walk with St. Nicholas to the village, where St. Nicholas bags are distributed and warm drinks await. Afterwards, the Krampus parade can be admired.

O DU STILLE ZEIT is the title of the a cappella choir and organ music performed by the Ensemble Vocal Art Brixen, which will be appearing on Saturday, 6 December 2025, at 5 p.m. under the direction of Marian Polin in the parish church of Glurns.

Admission: €15.00 (adults)
€8.00 (schoolchildren and students)

of the Alps Hockey League in the Ritten Arena in Klobenstein. Price: € 14, € 7 kids 11–17 years & students, free entry with RittenCard (the RittenCard free tickets can be picked up at the ticket counter). Tickets: directly at the evening box office or online at www.rittnerbuam.com/it/news/tickets-abo directly

One of the most magical and eagerly awaited traditions of the Christmas season is the arrival of St. Nicholas. He is a wise and kind old man and brings light and warmth during this festive season. Today he awaits you, accompanied by his little angels, to give you a small gift. After the arrival of Saint Nicholas, there will also be the opportunity to enjoy a warming mulled wine or a hot tea.