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Events and festivals in
Italia
Fiestas populares en Italia
Como país mediterráneo y católico, las festividades más importantes de Italia son bastante similares a las de nuestro país. La Navidad es una de las fechas más destacadas, igual que e Carnaval, la Semana Santa, o las dedicadas a las vírgenes y santos. También cuentan con una gran tradición gastronómica, por lo que hay que destacar aquellas dedicadas al vino o a su cocina que se celebran en las diferentes localidades italianas.
Epiphany
On this early January day, Italians welcome the Befana Witch, a traditional figure of the country who brings gifts to children. On this day there are parades and floats in different parts of Italy where the witch greets the children and spectators
Ferragosto
This traditional festival is celebrated in many of the rural and agricultural areas of Italy. On this day, the cities are practically empty and the locals move out to the small towns to enjoy a great feast. Food is the main attraction of the day.
Grape Festival
One of the most traditional festivals of Merano, a wine region located in northern Italy. The closing of the harvest is celebrated, so everything revolves around grapes and wine. There are tastings, concerts, markets with local products and an agenda full of gastronomic activities.
Maggio Fiorentino
One of the most popular classical music festivals in Italy. It is celebrated at the end of May in the city of Florence to welcome spring. It consists of four operas and the first to be performed in 1933 was Nabucco, by Verdi.
Palio di Siena
One of the most popular festivals of Siena since 1644. It is in honour of the Virgin of Provenzano and consists of a horse competition in its central square. The city is divided into 17 sectors compete in a horse race. Each of the horses has a different colour to signify its corresponding neighbourhood.
Scoppio del Carro
In English, Scoppio del Carro means ‘car explosion’. This party is very popular in Florence, where during the Easter Mass a car is loaded with fireworks and set light to. This celebration marks the end of Holy Week.
Truffle Festival
In different parts of Italy such as in Piedmont or Tuscany, the Truffle Festival is celebrated. It usually coincides with the second or third weekend of the month and the beginning of truffle season is celebrated. All the restaurants in the area include it in their dishes and there are also craft markets.
Venice Carnival
One of the most famous carnivals in Italy, and one of the most popular in Europe. It consists of several costume parties, and the party-goers wear traditional masks and typical Venetian clothing. There are also musical and theatrical events and an agenda full of cultural activities.
