Festival trip guides

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.

In the crypt of Amalfi Cathedral, a mysterious oily liquid known as the manna of Saint Andrew appears from the relics of the apostle. This guide explains the miracle's history, the two main dates when it is shown (June 26 and November 29), and how to witness the phenomenon yourself.

Every May, Cagliari hosts one of Italy's most authentic religious festivals: the Festa di Sant'Efisio. Thousands of Sardinians from every village march in family-owned traditional costumes, turning the city into a living museum of island identity. Here's how to read the outfits and the groups that wear them.

Every May 1–4, Cagliari hosts one of Sardinia's most deeply felt celebrations. The saint's statue processes through the city, then heads to Nora before returning. Here's how to follow the route, what happens each day, and where to stand for the best view—all without blocking your sightline with guesswork.

Planning a trip to Cagliari for Sant'Efisio means thinking carefully about when to arrive, how to move around during the May 1 procession, and which neighborhood gives you the best base. This guide covers flights and ferries, why walking beats driving in the historic center, and a breakdown of where to stay—from Stampace, closest to the start, to Marina, the most convenient all-rounder.