Christmas at Manifattura

Manifattura Tabacchi is getting ready for Christmas: the Factory awaits you with its shops and ateliers, offering a unique shopping experience across fashion, sport and design, and with restaurants and cafés featuring an exclusive food & beverage selection.

A full calendar of events and activities for adults and children is scheduled throughout December:

WEEKEND 1 

• Creative Mani Factory | 6th, 7th and 8th December from 10.00 to 20.00 at Building B12 / organized by Associazione Heyart in collaboration with Manifattura Tabacchi
A market where craftsmanship and sustainability meet to create a weekend dedicated to creativity and handmade gifts. 50 artisans, designers and small brands from all over Italy will showcase ceramics, jewellery, textiles, illustrations, accessories and decorations crafted with care and natural materials

• Kombucha Workshop & Christmas Brunch | Saturday, 6th December from 11.00 am to 1.00 pm / organised by Bulli&Balene in collaboration with Batteria_, produttore di kombucha artigianale fiorentina.
Learn how to make your own kombucha from scratch: a workshop exploring the fermentation process and revealing the secrets of this ancient drink. All while enjoying the Bulli&Balene Christmas brunch. Info & bookings: DM @batteria_ or call 353 4826088 or Bulli&Balene 3663640300

• Live music by Ciro Pappadà | 6th December from 11.00 to 13.00 and from 16.00 to 18.00 / part of the Christmas in Manifattura programme by MACA District

• Live music by Luana Primavera | 7th December from 14.00 to 16.30 / part of the Christmas in Manifattura programme by MACA District

• Official opening of Christmas in Manifattura by MACA District | 7th December from 16.30
Institutional greetings from the Comune di Firenze for the lighting of the Manifattura Tabacchi Christmas tree. After the performance by the choir of La Compagnia di Babbo Natale, guests can enjoy a hot chocolate from Cuchiss Lab

• Live music by Ciro Pappadà | 8th December from 11.00 to 13.00 and from 16.00 to 18.00 / part of the Christmas in Manifattura programme by MACA District

WEEKEND 2

• Motel A Miio Pop Up Store | 12th and 13th December from 10.00 to 19.00 at Building B12
Motel a Miio was born in Portugal from the encounter between creativity and local craftsmanship. The ceramics blend Nordic minimalism and Mediterranean warmth, with vibrant colors, elegant shapes and a strong focus on sustainability. Each piece is handmade, designed to turn everyday life into an experience of style and beauty

• Ceramics Workshop & Christmas Brunch | Saturday, 13th December from 10.30 am to 12.30 pm / organised by Bulli&Balene in collaboration with evamunarin.
Decorate unique and precious ceramics — Eva will guide your creativity with her expertise. Followed by the Bulli&Balene brunch. Info & bookings: Bulli&Balene 3663640300 or Eva 3393600116

• Centro Tavola delle Feste workshop led by Invasate | Saturday 13th December at Shake Café from 4.00 pm to 6.30 pm. For full details and to book your spot, call 3349790532 or email legnanianna93@gmail.com

• Christmas in Manifattura by MACA District | 13th and 14th December
The artisanal market of Ars Manualis organized by MACA District in partnership with Manifattura Tabacchi. Activities for children are also scheduled throughout the day. Live music from 11.00 to 13.00 and from 16.00 to 18.00

• Christmas recital by the students of Accademia San Felice | Sunday 14th December at 16.00 at aparto

• Country concert by The Barrel Bottom Boys | Sunday 14th December at 17.30 at Blues Barber

Both days:

• Juggling workshop for children with Carlos Fuentes | from 11.00 to 12.30
A workshop introducing circus disciplines through play and movement: juggling, mime, clowning, acrobatics and balance. Children develop motor skills, coordination, self-confidence, focus and body awareness

• Contemporary circus show “Kotaix – The ancestral wind” by Misticyr | from 16.00
A journey into Tierra del Fuego, among unstoppable winds and endless skies, home of the Selk’nam people. At its centre, Kotaix—celestial spirit of wind, sky and primordial order—comes to life through dance with the roue. Fluid movements, evocative music and light projections create a moving canvas celebrating the bond between humans, nature and the cosmos

WEEKEND 3

• Plant and flower fair with workshops for adults and children, | 20th December from 10.00 to 20.00 at Piazza delle Sigaraie and Building B12 / organized by Manifattura Tabacchi in collaboration with Associazione Toscana di Orticultura.

A market-style exhibition of plants and flowers is planned, featuring a selection of exhibitors, talks, workshops, and free activities for families, enthusiasts, adults, and children alike:
– from10.00 am to 12.30 pm: Botanical and Architectural Photography Workshop – Botanical Shot curated by Società Toscana Orticultura
– from 3.00 pm to 5.00 pm: Christmas Wreath Workshop for Adults curated bySocietà Toscana Orticultura
– from 4.00 pm to 5.00 pm: Children’s Workshop (5+) Ortolandia: The Magical World of Worms curated by Società Toscana Orticultura

• Notebook Design Workshop & Christmas Brunch | Saturday, 20th December from 10.30 am to 12.30 pm / organised by Bulli&Balene in collaboration with margaron. A creative, hands-on workshop where each participant will craft a fully personalised notebook — perfect for yourself or as a special gift. The morning ends with the Bulli&Balene Christmas brunch. Info & bookings: Bulli&Balene 3663640300 or @margaron_ 3280051668

The Christmas in Manifattura initiatives by MACA District:

• Live music | Saturday 20th December from 11.00 to 13.00 and from 16.00 to 18.00

• Circus-motor skills and aerial silks workshop for children with Compagnia Acrofolìe | Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st December at 11.00
A fun and creative experience exploring movement through play, balance, coordination and expression. Children will try circus equipment and techniques in a safe environment, including aerial silks

• Christmas performance by Accademia San Felice | Sunday 21st December at 15.00 at Bottega Biologica

• Contemporary circus show “Mi amor che dolor!” by Compagnia Acrofolie | Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st December at 16.00
A light, ironic tale of a summer romantic adventure, featuring suspended acrobatics and playful moments. Flash passions, overwhelming enthusiasm and small disappointments turn into smiles, transforming everyday life into visual poetry

ONGOING POP-UP STORES

• Artcraft Pop-Up Store | From 22th November 2025 to 28th February 2026, Building B12 / every day from 10.00 to 20.00

• Kitagi Luxury Pop-Up Store | From 27th November to 18th December, Building B4 / every day from 10.30 to 19.30