Christmas Concerts in Catania 2026 – Bellini & Italian Masters

Things to do in Catania at Christmas

Looking for things to do in Catania at Christmas? This holiday season, Naxos in Musica invites you to experience the great tradition of Italian classical music in one of the city's most breathtaking settings: the Church of the Badia di Sant'Agata, a Sicilian Baroque masterpiece overlooking Piazza Duomo.

Amid the lights of the historic centre and the festive atmosphere of the square, the string quintet of the Naxos Chamber Orchestra takes you through the most beloved music of Bellini — Catania's own genius — and the great Italian masters: Vivaldi, Rossini, Verdi, Mascagni and Puccini. An authentic cultural experience of classical music in Sicily, perfect for families, music lovers and travellers.

The programme is repeated on six evenings: 22, 23, 28, 29 and 30 December 2026, and 2 January 2027, all at 8 pm. For travellers planning a Christmas holiday in Sicily or looking for live classical music in Catania in December, these concerts bring Italian music to the Baroque Badia di Sant’Agata. Among Catania’s Christmas events in 2026, the performances offer a cultural evening in the historic centre, with a final concert for visitors staying into January. Each ticket costs €30 and can be purchased through Vivaticket.