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ASTI – PALAZZO MAZZETTI Until February 25th, 2018 NELLA CITTA’ DI ASTI IN PIEMONTE. ARTE E CULTURA IN EPOCA MODERNA An event dedicated to the painting of the 17th and 18th centuries with the exhibition of 60 works of art; for the first time in Italy, the big paintings depicting the Siege of Asti (1615) borrowed by the El Greco Museum in Toledo. Free guided tours on Saturdays, December 9th and 13th at 5pm. Opening times: Tue-Sun 10.30am-6.30pm Info: www.palazzomazzetti.it ASTI – FONDAZIONE GUGLIELMINETTI Until December 31st SCENOGRAFIA INTERNAZIONALE. OPERE DELLA FONDAZIONE EUGENIO GUGLIELMINETTI At the Fondazione Guglielminetti, Corso Alfieri 375, exhibition of scenography sketches and costumes made by masters of modern and contemporary European scenic design, selected from Eugenio Guglielminetti’s Collections. Opening times: Fri, Sat, Sun 4pm-6pm January 27th, 2018 – March 4th, 2018 OMAGGIO A PIO PIA (ASTI 1900-1958). DIPINTI On the 60th anniversary of Pio Pia’s death, exhibition dedicated to the artist who was influenced by the masters of the second half of the 19th century related to the well-known school of Barbizon: views of nature and Asti landscape, portraits and compositions can be admired. MUSEO EUGENIO GUGLIELMINETTI Located in the basement of Palazzo Alfieri (Corso Alfieri 375), the museum dedicated to Eugenio Guglielminetti can be visited on Saturdays from 4pm to 6pm and on Sundays from 3pm to 6pm; guided tours by the young people of the Eugenio Guglielminetti Foundation. Last entry at 5.30pm without reservation. Info: fond.eugenioguglielminetti@gmail.com; www.comune.asti.it ASTI – MUSEO PALEONTOLOGICO Until February 4th, 2018 FOSSILI URBANI The exhibition is born from the curiosity of Francesca Cirilli and from the meeting with the paleontologists of the University of Turin. It is held in Asti after being hosted in the most important natural history museums of Italy. Some important novelties such as the images from the photography competition Urban Fossil Hunter are on display. Info: www.astipaleontologico.it; www.museodeifossili.org Opening times: Mo-Thur 10am-4pm; Sat, Sun and Holidays 10am-1pm/4pm-6pm. CASTAGNOLE DELLE LANZE Until December 3rd TERRE DI VINO The exhibition at the Chiesa dei Battuti Bianchi explores the world of wine through the materiality of the gesture; works of art by the sculptor Roberto Palumbo and graphic works by the architect Mauro Corino are on display; performances by Iano Nicolò are on schedule too. Opening times: Sat-Sun 10am-12noon/3pm-6pm. Info: Municipality +39 0141 875623 (Mon-Fri 8.30am – 1pm); +39 338 3980086 COSTIGLIOLE D’ASTI Until January 6th SCATTI D’AUTORE Fourth edition of the exhibition, a chance to admire the renovated rooms of the piano nobile (main floor) of the castle in Costigliole d’Asti that host several photography exhibitions: among them, the one dedicated to Anne Conway and “Exodos”, the travelling exhibit by Regione Piemonte. Info: Filippo Romagnolo +39 348 1387521 www.visitcostigliole.it

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MOMBERCELLI December 2nd – February 25th ASPETTANDO IL NATALE. PRESEPI E ALTRO The usual Christmas exhibition at MusArMo will host nativity scenes as well as works of art by great artists such as Sergio Unia, Michele Spinoglio and Giancarlo Ferraris. Opening times: Sun 3.30pm-6pm: for visits in other days +39 338 4246055; +39 340 0571704. Info: www.musarmo.comune.mombercelli.at.it; MONCALVO – MUSEO CIVICO Until December 10th LALLA ROMANO Before becoming a great writer, Lalla Romano (1906-2001) was an apprentice of Felice Casorati, attended the art scene in Paris and her works of art were exhibited in the best art galleries of Turin. Until December 10th GINO VERCELLI Exhibition of plates and drawings by Gino Vercelli, the cartoonist from Asti. Opening times: Sat-Sun 10am-6pm. Upon reservation (at least 10 people) during the week. Info: museocivicomoncalvo@gmail.com NIZZA MONFERRATO – PALAZZO CROVA Until December 31st ELIO GARIS – SCULTURE The exhibition “Sculture”, dedicated to Elio Garis, is held at Palazzo Crova in the rooms of “Art’900” - Davide Lajolo’s collection and is organized by the cultural association “Davide Lajolo” and the Municipality of Nizza Monferrato. “Sirene” (mermaids), two large sculptures, are positioned in the garden of the palace. The works of art capture and release light and, thought heavy due to the material composition, fly light into the air. For visits turn to the Enoteca Regionale: Mon-Sat 9.30am-12.30pm/3pm-7.30pm; Sun 10am-1pm/2-7pm. Info: +39 320 1414335

ASTI ASTI Until April 14th THEATRE SEASON - TEATRO ALFIERI The event no to miss is the last concert performed by the hiswtorical band from Asti “La Locanda delle Fate” on December 9th. On 10th and 18th the prose is back with “Il Berretto a Sonagli” and “Rumori fuori di scena”. On 21st the magic of Christmas with the Saint Petersburg Ballet performing “Lo Schiaccianoci” (the Nutcracker), followed by the Gospel Concert on 22nd. Traditional double show on January 1st (5.30pm and 9pm) with the New Year’s Concert followed, on 13th, by “Elisir d’amore” performed by the musicians of the School of Art. On January 7th tribute to Moliere with “Il Malato Immaginario” performed by Gioele Dix. On 16th tribute to Alfieri with the tragedy “Ottavia e Nerone”; on 18th Neri Marcorè with his show of song theatre “Quello che non ho”. On Friday 26th Giorgio Conte in concert. Info: +39 0141 399057-399040; www.comune.asti.it ASTI - PALAZZO OTTOLENGHI, SPAZIO KOR, TEATRO ALFIERI Until April 24th, 2018 PAROLE D‘ARTISTA On December 6th at 9pm at Palazzo Ottolenghi “Roberta va sulla luna”, on Saturday 13th

the show “Edith” at Spazio Kor; on January 23rd at Teatro Alfieri the noir comedy “Rosalyn”. Info: +39 0141 399057-399040; Spazio Kor +39 349 1781140; www.spaziokor.it ASTI – SPAZIO KOR Until April 22nd, 2018 STAGIONE PUBLIC Events, initiatives, meetings as well as theatrical performances. Info: +39 0141 399057-399040; Spazio Kor +39 349 1781140; www.spaziokor.it COSTIGLIOLE D’ASTI December 16th – April 20th, 2018 MEZZA STAGIONE At the Municipal Theatre of Costigliole d’Asti, on Saturday 16th at 9pm, “L’amico di Fred” dedicated to Fred Buscaglione; on 31st at 10pm “Capodanno a Teatro” with Faber Teater . On January, Friday 26th at 10am, on the occasion of the International Holocaust Remembrance Day, “Triangoli Rossi” (school theatre) and on Saturday 27th “Figurini” performed by Bandakadabra. At the end, tastings at the Cantina dei Vini. Info: www.teatrodegliacerbi.it; info@teatrodegliacerbi.it

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INCISA SCAPACCINO December 1st TEATRO IN TERRA ASTESANA – Ex Cantina Sociale “Può una bicicletta volare”: an evocative show at Casa degli Alfieri whit a surreal and Beckettian atmosphere, setting for episodes of epic cycling involving great heroes such as Coppi and Bartali, Biagio Cavanna, Marco Pantani and Gerbi, known as the Red Devil. Info: www.comune.incisascapaccino.at.it; www.teatrodegliacerbi.it MONCALVO Until April 14th, 2018 THEATRE SEASON – PROSE - Teatro Municipale in Moncalvo On Saturday, December 2nd at 9pm, a comedy inspired by Molière and Dickens, “Il cantiniere gentiluomo” performed by Teatro degli Acerbi; on Sunday, January 21st in the afternoon at 4.30pm, the new hilarious comedy by Marco Cavallaro entitled “Se ti sposo mi rovino”. Info: +39 0141 1720695; +39 373 8695116; info@arte-e-tecnica.it NIZZA MONFERRATO Until April 21st, 2018 THEATRE SEASON at TEATRO SOCIALE On December 19th I Solevaci of the Teatro Regio in Turin with “Chanson d’Amour”; on January 9th dance with Pompea Santoro in “Come Giselle….”. On Tuesday 23rd the all-female comedy “Queste pazze donne” with Paola Quattrini. Info: +39 0141 1720695; +39 373 8695116; info@arte-e-tecnica.it ASTI – ARCHIVIO DI STATO E TEATRO ALFIERI Until April 12th, 2018 ASTI IN CONCERTO On Saturday 16th at 9.15pm the protagonist will be the Catalan music with Joan ISAAC Quartet in “I Malgrat todo….la vida”; on Sunday 17th at 5.15pm performance by the little cantors “Coro di Voci Bianche&Coro Giovanile” of Mondovì. On Sunday 21st at 5.15pm at the Teatro Alfieri “I Fiati all’Opera – Ensemble Tetragramma” with a tribute from Mozart to Gounod and on Thursday 25th at 9.15pm (Sala Pastrone) concert for the International Holocaust Remembrance Day performed by “Les Nuages Ensemble & Celeste Gugliandolo”. Info and reservations: +39 0141 538057; +39 346 5761400 ASTI – SALA PASTRONE Until April 6th, 2018 IL TE’ DELLE CINQUE - BORN IN THE U.S.A. IL CINEMA, GLI EROI, LE CHIMERE The fornightly film exhibition (on Fridays at 3pm and 5.30pm accompanied by tea and biscuits) reflects on the protagonists of contemporary US cinema. Here are the scheduled films: on December 1st “Money Monster” by Jodie Foster, on 15th “Sully” by Clint Eastwood, on January 12th “Florence” by Stephen Frears and on 26th “Captain Fantastic” by Matt Ross. IL CINEMA RITROVATO AL CINEMA The monthly event presents restored masterpieces of the movie history and proposes on December 6th the cult movie by David Lynch “Erasehead”; on January 17th the masterpiece by Jean Vigo “L’Atalante”. Info: +39 0141399057; info@circolovertigo.it ASTI – SALA PASTRONE Until March 5th LE NUOVE LETTURE DEL LUNEDI’ The readings by Francesco Visconti dedicated to the subject “the Others” are held on Mondays on December 4th and 11th, and on January 15th, 22nd and 29th always at 6.30pm. Info: +39 0141 399057; +39 0141 399040; www.comune.asti.it ASTI – SPAZIO KOR December 5th IL FOLLE VOLO – ODISSEA IN BIANCO E NERO Teatro degli Acerbi with CrescereInsieme ONLUS of Acqui Terme (AL), which deals with refugees and integration, people and territories, present this artistic project bringing on stage five refugees and two actors from Teatro degli Acerbi company. December 13th LE SFIDE DELLA FEDE 2017-2018 Fourth edition of the event that, with shows and meetings, deals with the spiritual and cultural challenges of our times. “Un vento leggero” freely based on the Apocrypha, on the “In nome della madre” by E. De Luca and on “La Buona Novella” by Fabrizio de

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Andrè is on schedule at 9pm. Info: www.teatrodegliacerbi.it; info@teatrodegliacerbi.it ASTI FUORI LUOGO In the brand new and large space of the former gym Muti, meetings and cultural exchanges, music events, readings, meetings with writers, creative talents and journalists. For the program: www.fuoriluogoasti.com CASTAGNOLE DELLE LANZE December 10th and 24th BLUES CHANNEL The festival that combines good music with great wines presents the soul singer Trudy Lynn, on December 10th at La Spinetta winery at 9.30pm after visit and dinner; on 24th at the Church of San Bartolomeo at 9pm, before the traditional Christmas Mass, Gospel music performed by Michael M. Smith&Friends Info: +39 339 4477427; +39 328 3259423; blueschannelfestival@gmail.com CASTELL’ALFERO December 28th MILARESOL MUSICA 2017 The Milaresol music festival ends with the wishes concert performed by the Duo Orba (cello and piano) at the green hall of Castell’Alfero Castle Info: +39 339 3366914; asso.milaresol@libero.it MOMBARUZZO December 9th MESCOLANDO The festival of music, theatre, literature, sport&tourism presents at 6pm at Teatro della Società, the jazz concert performed by Lucrezio De Seta followed by an aperitif. Info: +39 328 6647576 MONTIGLIO MONFERRATO Until April 21st, 2018 MONCIRCO Contemporary circus in Montiglio Monferrato at Montexpo. On December 15th and 16th

“Un clown nello spazio” double show at 6.30pm and 9pm; on January 19th and 20th at 9pm the show “193 Problemi”. Info: www.moncirco.com; +39 347 7670394 REVIGLIASCO D’ASTI December 3rd CANTANTIBUS ORGANIS The International Organ Festival ends at the splendid Parish Church in Revigliasco at 4.30pm with the concert performed by the organist Gianluigi Spaziani. Info: www.idilim.it ASTI – PALAZZO MAZZETTI Until May 13th PALAZZO MAZZETTI FOR KIDS On December 3rd,for children (4-6 years) and on 10th for the older ones (7-12 years), the tradition of the Christmas Tree with “Benvenuto Babbo Natale!” and on January 7th “Trasparente come il vetro”. Appointment at 5.30pm. Until May 19th PALAZZO MAZZETTI FAMILY FRIENDLY On December 16th at 4.30pm “Benvenuti nella casa di Babbo Natale”, an event for families with children (1- 3 years): Santa Claus will narrate the little ones the most beautiful fairy tales about Christmas January 14th EROICHE BATTAGLIE Appointment at 4pm for the visit to the exhibition “Nella città d’Asti in Piemonte” dedicated to chidren (4-12 years) and the artistic workshop “Legni preziosi”. Info and programs: www.palazzomazzetti.it; reservations +39 0141 530403 ASTI – SALA PASTRONE Until December 9th LA FABBRICA DI CIOCCOLATO The film exhibition taking place on Saturday afternoons ends with “Ozzy cucciolo coraggioso” on December 2nd and “Vampiretto” on December 9th. Appointment at 3.30pm for the afternoon snack and at 4pm for the film projection. Info: +39 0141399057; info@circolovertigo.it

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DOMENICHE A TEATRO On January 14th at 4pm, theatre for families with “Moztri! Inno all’infanzia”: the story of Tobia, a lonely child who loves to draws monsters, a revaluation of children’s imagination compared to reality. Info: +39 0141 399057 ASTI – CASTIGLIONE January 2nd, 2018 STORICA FAGIOLATA Every year since 1200 on January 2nd (San Defendente), in this little village in the hills near Asti, the last will of Guglielmo Baldissero has been fulfilled with the distribution of more than 50 large pots of mixed bean soup (in past times it was served to the poor of the village), after mass and after the historical re-enactment. Info: +39 0141 206061; www.prolococastiglioneasti.it

CORTAZZONE December 2nd and 3rd FIERA REGIONALE DEL TARTUFO - 15th Edition Cortazzone closes the truffle fair season with this Regional Truffle Fair: on Saturday truffle-based dinner; on Sunday, fair, typical produce market and lunch at the Pro Loco Association. Sonia De Castelli will present the event. Info and reservations: +39 0141 995504; Municipality +39 335 8048596; +39 347 2575696; www.comune.cortazzone.at.it

MONCALVO December 2nd - 10th “SUA MAESTA’ IL BUE GRASSO” December 6th, “FIERA REGIONALE DI SUA MAESTA’ IL BUE GRASSO” 380th edition The historic fair starts at 7.30 am with the traditional distribution of the bowl of broth and chickpeas. From 11am, distribution of the Mixed Boiled Meats at the stand of the Pro Loco Association and at local restaurants. On Sunday 3rd, guided tours to the art treasures of Moncalvo. Among the several collateral events: on December 8th “Giornata dell’Olio”, a day dedicated to the regional oil productions, the typical produce market and the Rassegna Gastronomica del Bue Grasso (Fat Ox Food Festival) at local restaurants from December 2nd to 10th. Info: +39 0141 917505; +39 347 5367607; www.comune.moncalvo.at.it NIZZA MONFERRATO December 3rd FIERA DEL BUE GRASSO E DEL MANZO DI RAZZA PIEMONTESE 12th Edition Already in the seventeenth century, Nizza stood out for its big cattle market. Piazza Garibaldi, the central square, is the setting of the fair hosting the heads of cattle that will be evaluated and awarded. At Foro Boario from 10am Gran Bollito non Stop (Buffet with Mixed Boiled Meat) Info: +39 0141 720500 Mon-Fri; +39 0141 727516 Sat-Sun; www.comune.nizza.asti.it SAN DAMIANO D’ASTI December 17th and 18th FIERA STORICA DEL CAPPONE DI SAN DAMIANO The capon in Piedmont has an ancient tradition particularly related to Christmas time. In San Damiano the tradition is still alive. On Sunday, in the central Piazza Libertà, the historical fair, a conference on the capon and musical events in the afternoon take place. On Monday morning the traditional distribution of capon broth with croutons of "grissia" (the traditional Monferrato bread) and a glass of Barbera d'Asti. Info: Municipality +39 0141 975056; www.comune.sandamiano.at.it VESIME December 16th FIERA DI SANTA LUCIA E DEL CAPPONE The Fiera del Cappone (capon fair) taking place in Vesime is a unique appointment of the Langa Astigiana. The fair also hosts a street market with typical products. Info: Municipality +39 0144 89015; www.comune.vesime.at.it

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Monferrato received the "European Community of Sport 2017", the most prestigious recognition in sports that the European Commission gives to capitals, cities or territories. The victory was a moment of great pride for the Piedmont Region, because it helps to increase the practice of sports and promotes the culture of wellness and the outdoor tourism. ASTI December 23rd NATALE… SUI PATTINI As every year at the Palazzetto dello Sport, Christmas show with the excellent athletes of Asti Skating. Info: www.comune.asti.it ASTI DECEMBER 27th-28th-29th NATIONAL VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT “LE INCREDIBILI” A National Volleyball Tournament organized in Asti by the ASD PlayAsti for girls competing in the following categories: Under 12 (16 teams), Under 13 (20 teams) and Under 14 (24 teams) Info: www.playasti.it SAN DAMIANO D’ASTI December 9th – 10th RALLY DAY IL GRAPPOLO 2nd Edition Two days dedicated to cars lovers with special trials in the hills of Monferrato and Roero. Info and program: www.sandamianorallyclub.it ASTI December 3rd PRESEPE VIVENTE CITTADINO 15th Edition As every year, the traditional living Nativity Scene in the streets of the town centre is held. Start in Via Brofferio at 4.30pm and arrival at the Baroque Piazza San Martino at 5pm where the reenactment will take place. December 29th PRESEPE VIVENTE NAPOLETANO Neapolitan Living Nativity Scene in Via Carlo Lessona 6, Borgo San Rocco at 8pm. Info: +39 380 3051910; mauroimbrenda@hotmail.it ASTI – FRAZIONE MOMBARONE December 23rd PRESEPE NELLE CASEGROTTA An evocative and unique location in the hills around Mombarone for a Living Nativity Scene bringing us back in time. Appointment at 8.30pm Info: www.quattropassianordovest.com ALBUGNANO – VEZZOLANO December 8th NATALE AN SORAN - MERCATINO DI NATALE E PRESEPE A VEZZOLANO Opening of the grand Nativity Scene created by Annarosa Nicola, which is getting bigger and bigger over the years. The Nativity Scene can be seen until February 4th , on Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays from 10am to 5pm from December 23rd to January 1st. Info and program: www.lacabalesta.it ALBUGNANO – ARAMENGO – COCCONATO - PASSERANO December 8th – January 7th, 2018 ORO INCENSO MIRRA Many other Nativity Scenes can be seen in the villages near Albugnano: the one created by Gianluigi Nicola in Aramengo and visits to the restoration workshop; 200 Nativity Scenes in Schierano a hamlet of Passerano; the exhibition “Presepi d’Artista” in Cocconato. Info: +39 0141 903904; +39 333 8322000; oroincensomirra@mail.com REVIGLIASCO December 30th – 3rd AVVENTO REVIGLIASCHESE 2017 Second edition for these Christmas events: after the organ concert of Cantantibus Organis, on December 8th at 4.30pm, at the Parish Church, theatre show “Scatti” and on 17th at 4.30pm, the concert performed by the concert band of Canelli; on 24th at 10pm, the living Nativity Scene takes place. On December 30th at 4.30pm, award ceremony of the literary contest “Raccontami il Natale” with the participation of the group “La Ghironda”. Info: www.presepeviventerevigliasco.it

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ASTITURISMO - Direction Piazza Alfieri 33 - 14100 Asti Tel. +39 0141 353034 Fax +39 0141 356140 ASTI - TOURIST OFFICE Piazza Alfieri 34 - 14100 Asti Tel. +39 0141 530357 Fax +39 0141 538200 Canelli Tourist Office Via G. B. Giuliani 29 - 14053 Canelli Tel. +39 0141 820280 Fax +39 0141 820255 Castell’Alfero Tourist Office Piazza Castello - 14033 Castell’Alfero Tel. +39 0141 406611 Fax +39 0141 406606

Castelnuovo Don Bosco Tourist Office Piazza Dante 54 - 14022 Castelnuovo Don Bosco Tel. +39 333 1365812 Cocconato Tourist Office Piazza Cavour 22 - 14023 Cocconato Tel. +39 0141 600076 Fax +39 0141 907677 Costigliole d’Asti Tourist Office Via Roma 13 - 14055 Costigliole d’Asti Tel. +39 0141 961850 Incisa Scapaccino Tourist Office Piazza Ferraro 10 - 14045 Incisa Scapaccino Tel. +39 3441114522

Moncalvo Tourist Office Piazza Antico Castello 1 - 14036 Moncalvo Tel. +39 0141 916467 Fax +39 0141 923677 Montiglio Monferrato Tourist Office Via Gianotti 9 - 14026 Montiglio Monferrato Cell. +39 391 7277165 Cell. +39 335 6915703 Nizza Monferrato Tourist Office Piazza Garibaldi 80 - 14049 Nizza Monferrato Tel/Fax +39 0141 727516 Villafranca d’Asti Tourist Office Via Roma 48 - 14018 Villafranca d’Asti Tel. +39 0141 943885

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ROATTO December 16th SANTA LUCIA E LE SUE ANCELLE Saint Lucy is celebrated following the ancient Swedish traditions: from 3pm Christmas market, from 4pm Swedish specialties and at 9pm concert performed by the Stockholm choir; Saint Lucy will arrive at the village accompanied by her handmaids. Info: +39 349 4401474; www.comune.roatto.at.it ASTI – December 15th – 24th – Portici Anfossi and Piazza San Secondo – CHRISTMAS MARKET In Piazza Statuto December 2nd – 14th – Ice Skating Rink Info: +39 0141 399870; www.comune.asti.it CANTARANA – December 3rd – MERCATINO DI NATALE and on December 8th TURNUMA A VIE’ Info: +39 0141 943101; www.comune.cantarana.at.it COCCONATO – December 3rd – MERCATINO DI NATALE – NATALE NEL BORGO Info: +39 0141 907007; www.comune.cocconato.at.it BALDICHIERI – December 8th MAGIE DI NATALE Info: +39 0141 66066; www.comune.baldichieridasti.at.it ISOLA D’ASTI – December 8th - Centro Congressi NATALE A ISOLA D’ASTI Info: +39 0141 958134; www.comune.isoladasti.at.it MOMBERCELLI – December 10th - MERCATINO DI NATALE Info: +39 0141 959610; +39 348 7545896; www.comune.mombercelli.at.it SAN PAOLO SOLBRITO – December 10th NATALE IN BANCARELLA Info: +39 0141 936103; +39 333 9288148; www.comune.sanpaolosolbrito.at.it SAN DAMIANO D’ASTI – December 16th/17th – MERCATINI DI NATALE DEI BAMBINI Info: +39 0141 975056; www.comune.sandamiano.at.it In several villages the tradition of the living nativity scenes is still alive. To be mentioned, the one in Cessole (on December 24th at 10pm) with an itinerary winding its way through the ancient village made of stone, perched on a hill, illuminated by torches. On December 16th and 17th, in the historical centre of San Damiano d’Asti, living nativity scene with the money making stall, the shepherds, and the bakers (just to mention some characters). In Ferrere, on December 26th, January 1st, 6th and 7th, tours to discover the nativity scenes exhibited in the little churches of the seven hills of the village. Numerous concerts will be held at the Parish Churches of Asti and in several villages of the province, of which we do not yet have dates and programs. For updates: www.astiturismo.it ASTI DECEMBER 31st CAPOD’ASTI CON ELISA On Sunday, December 31st, a sparkling appointment with the great concert performed by the Italian singer-songwriter Elisa. In Piazza Alfieri, under the eyes of Vittorio Alfieri, a concert for everybody and a toast for the New Year with Asti DOCG wine. Info: www.comune.asti.it

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DECEMBER Moncalvo: December 3rd

Nizza Monferrato: December 17th

Asti: December 26th

JANUARY Nizza Monferrato:

January 21st Asti: January 28th

AstiTurismo Wishes you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!

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