Festival trip guides

The Perdono d'Assisi, also known as the Pardon of Assisi, is a plenary indulgence granted by Pope Honorius III in 1216. Each year from vespers on August 1 to sundown on August 2, pilgrims can receive this indulgence by visiting a church and fulfilling specific conditions. Discover its origins, where to go, and how to prepare for this unique spiritual event.

The Giostra della Quintana in Foligno is held twice a year: La Sfida in June and La Rivincita in September. Rooted in 1613, this medieval jousting tournament features ten rioni competing at Campo de li Giochi after a grand Baroque procession. Dates are announced annually, so check official sources when planning your trip.

The Giostra della Quintana in Foligno is more than a joust. It's a living 17th-century tableau, and its grand historical parade—the Corteo Storico—sets the stage. With around 800 costumed participants from the city's ten districts, the procession winds through Baroque streets before the knights compete in the arena. Here's how to experience it, whether you're watching from the streets or the stands.

Planning to watch the Giostra della Quintana in Foligno? This guide explains how to buy tickets, where to sit for the best view, and how to enjoy the free street procession. Learn about seated tribunes versus standing areas, when to book, and practical tips for a smooth visit. Check the official organizer's website for current prices.

Plan your journey to Foligno for the Giostra della Quintana. Learn about train access to Foligno station, a 30-minute walk to the center, parking outside the ZTL, and why Foligno's flat layout makes walking easy.

Planning to attend the Giostra della Quintana in Foligno? From the free Corteo Storico to the ticketed joust at Campo de li Giochi, here are essential first-timer tips, including what to wear, how to get there, photography rules, and how to soak up the medieval atmosphere.

Every few years, Amalfi hosts the Historic Regatta of the Ancient Maritime Republics, a pageant of medieval costumes and a rowing race against Venice, Genoa, and Pisa. Learn how the rotation works, what to expect on race day, and how to watch from the shore or from a boat.

Each June, Bellagio's ancient fishing hamlet of San Giovanni hosts the Sagra di San Giovanni, three evenings of faith, folklore, and lake-food tradition. Expect a Friday torchlight procession from Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni, grilled fish dinners on Saturday and Sunday, and a free tourist train running from the central pier area to the feast.

The Genoa International Boat Show, or Salone Nautico Internazionale di Genova, is one of the Mediterranean's most important yachting events. Held in the working Port of Genoa, it showcases over 1,000 boats and nearly 1,000 brands across themed sections like Yachts and Superyachts, Catamaran Hub, Power Village, and Tech Trade. This guide covers what to expect, when it typically happens, and practical tips for making the most of your visit to this waterfront fairground.

Every June, the Sagra di San Giovanni fireworks turn Isola Comacina into a blazing spectacle. Learn where to watch from shore or boat, plus how this historic festival fits into a Lake Como summer trip.

Learn about the white habit worn by devotees during Catania's Sant'Agata festival: its symbolism, who can participate, what the attire includes, and the etiquette of walking in the procession. Discover how to respectfully engage with this deep-rooted tradition and how to verify details before you travel.

Catania's feast of Sant'Agata takes over the city on February 3–5 with processions winding through baroque streets. Learn where to stand for the best views of the silver fercolo, how to handle crowds, and where to catch fireworks and the nuns' singing.