Celebrate the holidays in Rome with our expert holiday guide. Whether you're here for the first time or the hundredth, our guide will lead you to Rome's holiday highlights.
One must-visit attraction is Lorenzo’s Christmas Celebration, where the historic grounds transform into a winter wonderland filled with festive lights and seasonal activities for all ages. Brunch with Santa offers a delightful opportunity for families to enjoy a hearty meal while meeting jolly old Saint Nick himself. And the magical experience of Anna, Elsa, and other beloved princesses at the Marriott is something you definitely don't want to miss. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Rome
- Lorenzo’s Christmas Celebration (Cazenovia)
- Lorenzo Guided Christmas Tours (Cazenovia)
- Aspire Dance: The Nutcracker (Syracuse)
- Syracuse Symphoria Home for the Holidays (Syracuse)
- Brunch with Santa, Anna, Elsa, Princesses at the Marriott (Syracuse)
- Winter Wonderlights at Zoo New York (Watertown)
- Disney On Ice presents Mickey's Search Party (Syracuse)
- A Classic Christmas starring Chris Ruggiero (Verona)
- Krampus Christmas (Fulton)
See these and even more events listed below!
Rome Holiday Light Displays
Winter Wonderlights at Zoo New York
What to Expect:
Holiday celebration with interactive light and animal exhibits.
Description:
Winter Wonderlights at Zoo New York features immersive light displays and custom-designed animal lanterns, creating a vibrant and educational experience.
Where: Watertown | More Info: Winter Wonderlights at Zoo New York
Rome Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Lorenzo’s Christmas Celebration
What to Expect:
Holiday celebration with decorated mansion tours and horse-drawn rides.
Description:
Lorenzo’s Christmas Celebration features a tour of the decorated mansion, refreshments, live music, and horse-drawn sleigh/wagon rides, with holiday crafts for kids at the Rippleton Schoolhouse.
Where: Cazenovia | More Info: Lorenzo’s Christmas Celebration
Brunch with Santa, Anna, Elsa, Princesses at the Marriott
What to Expect:
Meet Disney characters in their holiday attire.
Description:
Join Santa, Anna, Elsa, and beloved princesses for a delightful holiday brunch at the Marriott, featuring a plated breakfast and table meet & greet.
Where: Syracuse | More Info: Brunch with Santa, Anna, Elsa, Princesses at the Marriott
Syracuse Symphoria Home for the Holidays
What to Expect:
Dynamic performances by Katie Weber and the Syracuse Pops Chorus.
Description:
Join Syracuse Symphoria for their annual Holiday Pops concert, featuring local vocalist Katie Weber and the Syracuse Pops Chorus under the direction of Lou Lemos. The program includes a variety of holiday classics and festive sounds, showcasing the talents of both the vocalist and the chorus.
Where: Syracuse | More Info: Syracuse Symphoria Home for the Holidays
Aspire Dance: The Nutcracker
What to Expect:
Large-scale production with professional and recreational dancers.
Description:
Aspire Dance CNY presents a family-friendly production of The Nutcracker, featuring over 400 dancers from the Greater Syracuse area. This full-length performance includes elaborate costumes and exciting choreography, bringing the charming story of Clara and her Prince to life on stage.
Where: Syracuse | More Info: Aspire Dance: The Nutcracker
A Classic Christmas starring Chris Ruggiero
What to Expect:
High-energy holiday concert with classic hits from the 50s and 60s.
Description:
Chris Ruggiero's A Classic Christmas features a high-energy holiday spectacular with hits from the 50s and 60s, including Sleigh Ride, Marshmallow World, and Unchained Melody. The show combines classic Christmas songs with iconic hits from the past, performed by a PBS-TV star sensation.
Where: Verona | More Info: A Classic Christmas starring Chris Ruggiero
Disney On Ice presents Mickey's Search Party
What to Expect:
Immersive, fantastic worlds with world-class skating and acrobatics.
Description:
Join Mickey Mouse and his friends on an adventure filled with world-class skating, high-flying acrobatics, and unexpected stunts. Explore immersive worlds, sail with Moana, see Belle in the sky, and sing along with Elsa. Make memories during Aladdin, Toy Story, and The Little Mermaid as the search party becomes an all-out celebration!
Where: Syracuse | More Info: Disney On Ice presents Mickey's Search Party
Rome Other Holiday Activities
Lorenzo Guided Christmas Tours
What to Expect:
Traditional guided tours of a historic mansion with unique holiday decorations.
Description:
Explore the beautifully decorated Lorenzo State Historic Site during the 50th Anniversary of Christmas at Lorenzo. Each room is decorated in a previous year's theme, offering a unique glimpse into holiday traditions. Enjoy refreshments, live music, and horse-drawn sleigh/wagon rides.
Where: Cazenovia | More Info: Lorenzo Guided Christmas Tours
Krampus Christmas
What to Expect:
Haunted house experience with evil elves and Santa's dead army.
Description:
Explore Krampus's haunted house of horror at Demon Acres, where the dead become undead and evil elves torment you. This Christmas event is filled with fear and torment for naughty boys and girls.