Festival trip guides

Italy hosts two major film festivals that offer strikingly different experiences. Venice, the world's oldest, unfolds in early autumn on the glamorous Lido, while Torino brings independent and auteur cinema to the heart of Turin each November. This guide weighs accessibility, atmosphere, ticket access, and budget to help you decide which one to plan your trip around.

Trapani's Holy Week is one of Sicily's most moving religious events, centered on the nearly 24-hour Procession of the Mysteries on Good Friday. This guide explains the schedule from Holy Tuesday to Easter Sunday, what to expect at each event, and how to confirm current dates with official sources.

The Procession of the Mysteries in Trapani is a 24-hour Good Friday ritual that winds from the Church of Purgatory through the historic center to the fishing district and back. This guide explains the route's key segments and offers practical strategies for finding good views along the public streets.

Plan your visit to the Trento Christmas market with our guide. Learn where it's held, what to eat and buy, and how to make the most of your trip.

Trento’s calendar is packed year-round, from the medieval revelry of Feste Vigiliane in June to the Trento Film Festival in spring, Trentodoc’s sparkling wine celebration in autumn, and festive Christmas markets in winter. This guide breaks down what happens each season and how to plan your trip around the events that match your travel style.

The Trento Film Festival is the world's oldest mountain film festival, held annually in the historic center of Trento, Italy. This guide covers the festival's history, program sections, awards, and practical tips for attending screenings and events. Start planning your visit with essential information on dates, venues, and travel.

Trieste's Christmas market brings Central European charm to the Adriatic coast. This guide explains when it runs, where to find the stalls, and what to eat, drink, and buy during your December visit.

Turin is the historic capital of Italian cinema, home to the immersive National Cinema Museum inside the Mole Antonelliana and a rich array of film locations from classics like The Italian Job and Cabiria. This guide helps you plan a film-themed trip any time of year, with practical advice on the museum's panoramic lift and cupola ascent, plus tips for seeing the city's cinematic landmarks.

The Venice Biennale alternates between Art and Architecture exhibitions in even and odd years. The Art Biennale typically runs from May to November, while the Architecture Biennale follows a similar seasonal schedule. This guide clarifies the alternating cycle, current exhibition details, and how to verify official dates.

The Venice Biennale is one of the world's largest art exhibitions, spread across the Giardini, the Arsenale, and dozens of city venues. This guide explains the difference between national pavilions and collateral events, where to find them, and how to plan your visit. For the current edition, use the official map and verify hours, which change between summer and autumn. Ticket prices and opening hours are subject to change, so always check the official sources.

The Venice Biennale has a single public opening: no separate public vernissage precedes it. Discover the dates, hours, tickets, and press accreditation rules for the 61st International Art Exhibition.

Planning a family trip to the Verona Christmas market? Our guide covers the best kids' activities, sweet treats, and practical tips for visiting with children in tow.