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Annual Events in Italy

Wine, pasta, fashion & opera... there is something for everyone in Italy, not to mention the incredible relics and ruins of the ancient roman civilisation waiting to be explored. Our guide to some of the most popular italian sights and sounds, in Rome, Rimini and beyond...

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JANUARY
Befana Benefica - Milan, Italy
January

Wedding Show - Rome, Italy
January 

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FEBRUARY
Feast of San Biagio - Corniso, Sicily, Italy
February

Polo Cup on Snow - Livigno, Sondrio, Italy
February

Cartoon Festival - Milan, Italy
February

Habsburger Carnival - Madonna di Campiglio, Italy
February

Foiano Carnival - Foiano della Chiana, Arezzo, near Tuscany, Italy
February

Lamezia Jazz Festival - Lamezia Terme, Italy
February - April
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MARCH
Trophy of the Districts - Livigno, Sondria, Italy
March

Rome Marathon - Rome, Italy
March
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APRIL
Charme (annual fitness, beauty and wellness event) - Bologna, Italy
April

Florence Tango Festival - Firenze, Italy
April/May
TOP
MAY
Festival of St Ephysius - Cagliari, Sardinia, Italy
May

Flower and Plant Show - Chianti, Italy
May

Flight Simulator Show - Forli, near Bologna, Italy
May

International Iris Competition - Florence, Italy
May

Festival of the Cricket - Florence, Italy
May

Feast of the Sensa (Ascension) - Venezia, Italy
May

Focaccia Festival - Recco, Genoa, Italy
May

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JUNE
A Thousand Sails - Genoa, Italy
June

Gay and Lesbian Film Festival - Milano, Italy
June

Corpus Domini Festival - Orvieto, Italy
June

International Horse Racing Show - Naples, Italy
June

Jousting of the Saracens - Arrezo, Italy
June

Feast of St John - Torino, Italy
June

San Pellegrino Cooking Cup - Venice, Italy
June/July

Rome Jazz Festival - Rome, Italy
June/July

Opera Festival - Boboli Gardens, Florence, Italy
June/August

Fiesta! - Rome, Italy
June - September
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JULY
Vespizzatevi (Vespa Club) - Florence, Italy
July

Garlic Fair in Vessalico - Vessalico, Italy
July

The Ardia - Sedilo, Sardinia, Italy
July

Malamocco Regatta - Venice Lido, Italy
July

Salt Art Festival - Margherita di Savoia, Italy
July

Pescara Jazz - Pescara, Italy 
July

Elba Cup (sailing competition) - Isola d'Elba, Italy 
July

Modamare Mediterranea (fashion trade fair) - Bari, Italy 
July

Lucca Summer Festival - Lucca, Italy 
July

Tall Ships Race Mediterranean - Genoa, Italy
July

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AUGUST
Zeddiani Tomato Fair - Zeddiani, Sardinia, Italy
August

Tuscan Sun Festival - Cortona, Arezzo, Italy
August

Rossini Opera Festival - Pesaro, Italy
August

Stresa Festival - Stresa, Italy
August/September
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SEPTEMBER
Festival of the Black Madonna of Tindari - Tindari, Italy
September

Montopoli Archery Contest - Montopoli, Italy
September

Wine Championship - Florence, Italy
September

Sana (organic products fair) - Bologna, Italy
September

La Vie del Cinema - Milan, Italy
September

Milano Film Festival - Milan, Italy
September

Women's Fiction Festival - Matera, Italy
September

Chianti Grape Harvest Festival - Impruneta, Italy
September

Bardolino Wine Festival - Lake Garda, Italy
September/October

Rice Fair - Isola della Scala, Italy
September/October 

Anima Mundi Festival - Pisa, Italy
September/October

Alba Truffle (white truffles) Auction, Festival & Market - Alba, Italy
September/November
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OCTOBER
Duck Festival - San Miniato, Italy
October

Amalfi Coast Fitness Festival - Lungomare, Salerno, Italy
October

Celtic New Year - Milano, Italy
October

The Italian Job (Mini Cooper Rally) - The Alps, Italy
October/November

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NOVEMBER
Alta Valtellina Trophy Speed Skating - Bormio, Italy
November

Rome Jazz Festival - Rome, Italy
November

Snakes and Ladders - Mirano, Italy 
November

International Wine Festival - Merano, Italy
November

Gallarate Jazz Festival - Gallarate, Italy
November

Scienceplusfiction Festival - Trieste, Italy
November
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DECEMBER
Feast of St Nicholas - Genazzane, Italy
December

Art in Ice - Livigno, Sondrio, Italy
December

Christmas in the Lagoon - Venice, Italy
December

One Hundred Nativity Scenes - Rome, Italy
December/January



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Naples and Pompeii Day Trip from Rome
Discover history, art and archaeology on this fascinating day trip to Naples and Pompeii. Your journey takes you from Rome to the Gulf of Naples, where Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 A.D., devastating the towns of Pompeii and Herculaneum.
Starting from USD $181.22 per person


 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Milan City Sightseeing Tour including il Cenacolo - Da Vinci's "Last Supper"
This guided tour in Milan guarantees advance booking and entrance tickets to view the famous artwork, il Cenacolo - Da Vinci's "Last Supper". Take a panoramic city tour of the stylish city of Milan and visit it's major sights such as The Duomo and the Opera House, La Scala.
Starting from USD $78.79 per person


 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Full Day Private Tour - Agrigento (Valle Dei Templi), Sciacca and Selinunte
Agrigento was founded around 582 BC and is famous for it's Valley of the Temples, which are included on the UNESCO World Heritage list. Continue to Sciacca, a picturesque seaside town overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, well known for ceramics, thermal baths and beautiful beaches. Later, visit the city of Selinunte, an Archaeological Park which is the biggest in Europe.
Starting from USD $98.49 per person


 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Bologna Private Shopping Tour
Need a break from the cultural, historical and religious side of Bologna? A little retail therapy may be in order. Pick up an Italian luxury leather bag at Furla, shoes by Sergio Rossi or update your wardrobe with the latest collection by Pollini, the shopping opportunities are endless in Italy.
Starting from USD $226.52 per person


 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Handmade Italian Pasta Cooking Course in Florence
Follow ancient Italian traditions in your quest to learn the art of pasta making on this half day hands-on cooking workshop in Florence. Master the authentic method of pasta creation with a rolling pin before trying your hand at the modern technique by machine. Under the expert guidance of your English speaking chef, you’ll work with flour, eggs and other ingredients to create three styles of pasta with different sauces as well as a typical Italian dessert.

 


Starting from USD $75.64 per person


 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Venice in One Day - The Original Venice Walk and Grand Canal Boat Tour
If you only have one day to explore Venice - this is the tour for you! Enjoy The Original Venice Walk combined with the Grand Canal Boat Tour, to gain a fully comprehensive introduction to the world's most unique city. We say "Venice in One Day", but you could take this package over a number of days depending how long you are staying in Venice.
Special Offer - Book online and save over 20% off the local price in Venice
- BOOK NOW!

Starting from USD $81.94 per person


 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Mt Vesuvius and Pompeii Day Tour from Naples
Stand at the top of the mighty Mt Vesuvius, before descending to visit the ruins of Pompeii, the city famously destroyed by the volcanic eruption of the mountain in AD79.
Starting from USD $140.25 per person



 

 
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