Festivals

On the 31st of December, there is always a great party in Piazza San Marco and Piazza Ferretto in Venice, one of the most important nights of the year.

Location: Region of Veneto, Venice

The International Eurochocolate festival of Perugia is undoubtedly one of the most sought after Chocolate Festivals amongst Italians and chocolate lovers alike.

Location: Umbria, Perugia

The Sardinian Cavalcade in Sassari, is a pageant as well as a joyful gathering of people from all over the island of Sardinia, all bringing together various traditions.

Location: Sardinia, Sassari

Vogalonga is a 30km non-competitive rowing race in Venice, Italy, where hundreds of boats of every shape and form get together with hundreds of Venetian and foreign rowers.

Location: Region of Veneto, Venice

Umbria Jazz Festival is without doubt one of the main musical events in Italy and is renowned internationally for high quality performances and unique location.

Location: Umbria, Perugia

Located in a XII century historical magnificent grand villa on the top of the mountain,l overlooking the sea and the beautiful town of Ravello.

Location: Campania, Amalfi Coast

Umbria is the ideal place for visitors seeking the splendours of medieval and Renaissance art

Location: Umbria, Perugia

There are lots of wonderful classical music concerts on around lake Como, Italy at the many beautiful historical villas for the Lake Como Music Festival.

Location: Lombardy, Bellagio, Lake Como

The International Film Festival of Archaeological Cinematography and Multimedia of Campi Flegrei

The famous Palio horse race in Siena  dates back to 1310 and takes place twice a year: on July 2nd, (to commemorate the miracles of the Madonna of Provenzano) and on August 16th, (to honour the Assumption of the Virgin) in  the famous shell shaped, Piazza del Campo in the heart of Siena.

Location: Tuscany, Chianti Wine Region, Lucca, Maremma, Montepulciano Wine Region, Siena

The Lucca Puccini Opera Festival: The town and area around Lucca in Tuscany celebrates their home son Giacomo Puccini, with an annual opera festival of his works in July and August every year.

Location: Tuscany, Lucca

Piazza San Marco in Venice is a captivating place.

Location: Region of Veneto, Venice

If you plan to be in Venice in July, you must see the Redentore Festival which is one of Venice's best loved festivals.

Location: Region of Veneto, Venice

In Salento, Puglia, Italy you can relax on beautiful beaches with clear aqua water or visit the ancient, traditional villages of Salento Province.

Location: Puglia, Lecce, Salento Coast

I have always loved Montepulciano in the Val d'Orcia Tuscany. I visit every year.

Location: Tuscany, Chianti Wine Region, Maremma, Montepulciano Wine Region, Siena, Val d'Orcia Wine Region

Just outside Montepulciano, a lovely small hotel or relais set in a historical villa in the Val d’Orcia in South Eastern Tuscany.

Location: Tuscany, Montepulciano Wine Region, Val d'Orcia Wine Region

Ideal for the car lover on your trip to Italy - the Bologna Motor Show Italy is exhibited for a week in December every year in Bologna the capital of the region of Emilia Romagna.

Location: Emilia Romagna, Bologna

For lovers of Verdi's operas this festival in Parma and Busseto, Emilia Romagna is a classical music delight.

Location: Emilia Romagna, Bologna

If you are planning a trip to Italy in July, you just have to come to the Pozzuoli Jazz Festival.

Location: Campania, Amalfi Coast, Campi Flegrei, Island of Capri, Naples, Sorrento

There are some Sounds of Italy you can never forget, never quite get over.

Pozzuoli Jazz Festival Package. If you love jazz as well as all types of music then, this is the place to be! The Pozzuoli Jazz Festival is on every year in July.

Location: Campania, Campi Flegrei, Pozzuoli, Island of Capri, Naples, Sorrento

The Venice Biennale art exhibition occurs every two years in Venice Italy. Fabulous art exhibitions from all around the world.

Location: Region of Veneto, Cortina, Padua, Prosecco Wine Region, Valpolicella Wine Region, Venice, Verona, Lake Garda, Vicenza

Ideal for the car lover on your trip to Italy – the Bologna Motor Show Italy is exhibited for a week in December every year in Bologna the capital of the region of Emilia Romagna.

Location: Emilia Romagna, Bologna, Parma/Modena

Hi welcome to Episode 8 of our Passion for Italy podcasts.I am Gemma Green Close,

La Bella Casa is a charming, historic residence built in 1750 with restoration completed in

Location: Piemonte, Conzano, Monferrato Wine Region

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