# Italian regional tourism funding initiatives > Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/italian-regional-tourism-funding-initiatives > Updated: 2026-11-05T17:27:57.000Z. Sources: 20. Developments: 3. Italian regional governments have announced funding allocations to promote winter tourism through holiday celebrations. In Sardinia, the regional government approved 3.835 million euros to fund New Year 2026 festivities. The funding is split between large-scale projects expecting at least 10,000 attendees and smaller events with a minimum of 3,000 people. The initiative aims to boost economic activity in the hospitality sector and increase the island’s national visibility. In Liguria, the “Natale in Liguria 2026” initiative provides 460,000 euros to support holiday projects across 160 municipalities. These funds support activities such as artistic lighting, markets, and performances, with the total value of involved projects reaching approximately 3.8 million euros. Regional Tourism and Territorial Marketing Councilor Luca Lombardi stated that the investment aims to highlight the unique identities of coastal cities and inland villages. Funding distribution includes 146,711 euros for Genoa, 132,004 euros for Savona, 117,754 euros for Imperia, and 63,531 euros for La Spezia. In Puglia, the regional government approved a 2.2 million euro fund for the “Natale in Puglia 2026” initiative, running from December 6, 2026, to January 6, 2027. The program targets eight provincial capitals: Bari, Brindisi, Foggia, Lecce, Taranto, Andria, Barletta, and Trani. Of the budget, 2 million euros are for municipal programs and 200,000 euros for regional promotion. Regional President Antonio Decaro stated the initiative seeks to honor local traditions while boosting winter tourism through seasonal development. Specific allocations include approximately 206,760 euros for community and cultural initiatives in Brindisi, and 343,000 euros in Taranto to revitalize shopping districts and streets. Confcommercio supported the Taranto allocation to assist local businesses in recovering from economic challenges and urban construction disruptions. ## Claims - The Liguria Region is providing 460,000 euros in funding for Christmas initiatives. (reported by 3 sources) - The total value of the Christmas projects in Liguria is approximately 3.8 million euros. (reported by 3 sources) - The initiative involves 160 municipalities across four provinces. (reported by 3 sources) - Genoa will receive 146,711 euros in regional resources. (reported by 3 sources) - Savona will receive 132,004 euros in regional resources. (reported by 3 sources) - Imperia will receive 117,754 euros in regional resources. (reported by 3 sources) - La Spezia will receive 63,531 euros in regional resources. (reported by 3 sources) - Luca Lombardi is the regional assessor for Tourism and Territorial Marketing. (reported by 3 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-11-05: Puglia region allocates 2.2 million euros for Christmas festivities Puglia is investing 2.2 million euros to fund Christmas events and cultural initiatives across eight provincial capitals to support local tourism and businesses. 13 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/puglia-region-allocates-22-million-euros-for-christmas-2026-events ### 2026-11-02: Liguria Region allocates 460,000 euros for Christmas tourism Liguria is investing 460,000 euros to support 160 municipalities in holiday projects totaling 3.8 million euros to boost winter tourism. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/liguria-region-allocates-460000-euros-for-christmas-tourism ### 2026-10-29: Sardinia allocates 3.8 million euros for 2026 New Year events Sardinia is investing 3.8 million euros into municipal New Year 2026 events to boost winter tourism and local economies through large-scale public celebrations. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sardinia-allocates-38-million-euros-for-2026-new-year-events --- Cite as: Italian regional tourism funding initiatives. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/italian-regional-tourism-funding-initiatives