Events in Italy 2026-2027

Italy is rich in traditions and festivities – from historic processions in medieval towns to music festivals along the Amalfi Coast and culinary sagre in Tuscany. From Carnival in Venice to summer festivals in Sicily, Italy offers a wide range of events full of history and joie de vivre throughout 2026/2027.

285 events found

Cremona Musica 2026: Music Fair and Festival in Cremona Illustrative photo
Concerts in Europe

Cremona Musica 2026: Music Fair and Festival in Cremona

Cremona Musica 2026 brings together instrument making, trade fair and live concerts at CremonaFiere in Cremona from October 2 to 4, with dedicated areas for strings, keyboards and guitars.

Oct 02, 2026
🇮🇹 Cremona
Acoustic Guitar Village 2026: Guitar Festival in Cremona Illustrative photo
Festivals in Europe

Acoustic Guitar Village 2026: Guitar Festival in Cremona

The Acoustic Guitar Village 2026 in Cremona is dedicated entirely to the acoustic guitar within Cremona Musica, featuring exhibitions, concerts and workshops for luthiers, brands and music lovers.

Oct 02, 2026
🇮🇹 Cremona
Barcolana Regatta 2026 in Trieste: Dates and Info Illustrative photo
Sports Events in Europe
Free

Barcolana Regatta 2026 in Trieste: Dates and Info

The Barcolana takes place from October 2 to 11, 2026 in the Gulf of Trieste, with the main race on Sunday, October 11. More than 2,000 boats make it the world's largest sailing regatta, and spectators can watch it all for free from the waterfront promenade.

Oct 02, 2026
🇮🇹 Trieste
Arezzo Wave Love Festival 2026 in Arezzo, Italy – Dates, Line-up & Visitor Guide Illustrative photo
Festivals in Europe

Arezzo Wave Love Festival 2026 in Arezzo, Italy – Dates, Line-up & Visitor Guide

The Arezzo Wave Love Festival 2026 takes place from 2 to 4 October in Arezzo and celebrates its 40th edition. It focuses on emerging bands, rock and indie live music plus the contest finals at the Teatro Tenda. Many programme parts are traditionally free to attend.

Oct 02, 2026
🇮🇹 Arezzo
Tunz Tunz Camp 2026: Electronic Festival at the Castle of Alcamo Illustrative photo
Festivals in Europe

Tunz Tunz Camp 2026: Electronic Festival at the Castle of Alcamo

Tunz Tunz Camp 2026 brings electronic music to the historic Castello dei Conti di Modica in Alcamo, Sicily, a multi day festival that pairs modern sound with a medieval backdrop.

Oct 02, 2026
🇮🇹 Alcamo
Crossing All Over Festival 2026 in Brunico, Italy – Metalcore, Rap & Alternative Rock Illustrative photo
Festivals in Europe

Crossing All Over Festival 2026 in Brunico, Italy – Metalcore, Rap & Alternative Rock

The Crossing All Over Festival 2026 takes place on 2 October from 19:30 at the UFO Youth and Cultural Centre (Skatepark) in Brunico, Italy. Featuring The Narrator, Bluthund, Accvsed and Last Chance, the evening offers metalcore, rap and alternative rock. Tickets from approx. 29 EUR.

Oct 02, 2026
🇮🇹 Brunico
International Brass Festival Merano 2026 – Concerts at the Kursaal Illustrative photo
Concerts in Europe

International Brass Festival Merano 2026 – Concerts at the Kursaal

The International Brass Festival Merano 2026 presents four concerts from 3 to 17 October featuring international top ensembles at the Kursaal and the parish church. A cultural highlight for brass music fans in the spa town of Merano.

Oct 03, 2026
🇮🇹 Merano
Palva Fest 2026: Underground Music Festival in Vago di Lavagno Illustrative photo
Festivals in Europe

Palva Fest 2026: Underground Music Festival in Vago di Lavagno

Palva Fest 2026 brings the fourth edition of this underground rock and metal festival to Vago di Lavagno near Verona on 3 October, headlined by the band Twintera.

Oct 03, 2026
🇮🇹 Vago di Lavagno
Sagra dell'Uva Marino 2026: Wine Festival in the Historic Center Illustrative photo
Food & Drink Festivals in Europe
Free

Sagra dell'Uva Marino 2026: Wine Festival in the Historic Center

The Sagra dell'Uva takes place on October 4, 2026 in the historic center of Marino near Rome. Since 1925, wine has flowed instead of water from the town's central fountain on this day, with free entry for all.

Oct 04, 2026
🇮🇹 Marino
Marino Grape Festival 2026 – Sagra dell'Uva, Wine Fountains & Guide Illustrative photo
Festivals in Europe
Free

Marino Grape Festival 2026 – Sagra dell'Uva, Wine Fountains & Guide

On 4 October 2026, the fountains of Marino near Rome flow with local wine instead of water. The Sagra dell'Uva is one of Italy's oldest harvest festivals, celebrating the grape harvest and the Battle of Lepanto with historical parades, music and free entry.

Oct 04, 2026
🇮🇹 Marino
Sagra delle Castagne di Marradi 2026: Chestnut Festival in Tuscany Illustrative photo
Exhibitions in Europe
Free

Sagra delle Castagne di Marradi 2026: Chestnut Festival in Tuscany

The Sagra delle Castagne in Marradi takes place on four Sundays in October 2026 and is one of Tuscany's most famous chestnut festivals. Roasted chestnuts, local specialties and craft stalls fill the old town of this Mugello village.

Oct 04, 2026
🇮🇹 Marradi
Across The University Festival 2026 in Padua, Italy – Dates, Line-up & Visitor Guide Illustrative photo
Festivals in Europe
Free

Across The University Festival 2026 in Padua, Italy – Dates, Line-up & Visitor Guide

The Across The University Festival 2026 takes place from 6 to 11 October at Parco Iris in Padua. This free student outdoor festival features live music, culture and relaxed park vibes. Admission is free.

Oct 06, 2026
🇮🇹 Padua