Illustrative photo Vinitaly and the City Verona 2027: Wine Experience in the Old Town
Vinitaly and the City takes place from April 9 to 11, 2027 in the historic centre of Verona, just ahead of the main Vinitaly trade fair. Open to the public, it lets visitors discover Italian wines in historic squares and palaces while the main exhibition stays reserved for trade professionals.
Illustrative photo Milan Design Week 2027 – Salone del Mobile, Fuorisalone & Visitor Guide
The 65th Salone del Mobile.Milano takes place from 13 to 18 April 2027 at Rho Fiera, with Fuorisalone running across the city from 12 to 18 April. Milan Design Week draws over 300,000 visitors from more than 150 countries to the world's most important annual design event.
Illustrative photo Maggio Musicale Fiorentino 2027 in Florence, Italy – Opera, Symphony & Festival Guide
The Maggio Musicale Fiorentino 2027 in Florence features the 89th Festival (expected 18 April to late June) with operas, symphonic concerts and international stars at the Teatro del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino. Tickets and full details are available on the official website.
Illustrative photo Snowland Festival, Livigno, Italy 2027: Dates, Tickets & Ski Music Festival
Snowland Festival 2027 pairs late-season skiing in Livigno with electronic music at Passo Eira, 2,208 metres up. The event takes place from 24 to 26 April 2027. Tickets and lineup will be published on snowland.it.
Illustrative photo Sagra delle Virtù Teramo – The Feast of the 40-Ingredient Soup on 1 May
On 1 May 2027, Teramo celebrates the Sagra delle Virtù, one of Italy's oldest culinary festivals. The legendary Virtù teramane soup, made from over 40 ingredients, is served across the city centre by families and restaurants alike. Free entry.
Illustrative photo Sagra del Pesce Camogli 2027: The Fish Festival on the Ligurian Coast
The Sagra del Pesce takes place on the second Sunday of May 2027 in Camogli on the Ligurian coast. Fresh fish is fried in the world's largest pan on Piazza Colombo and handed out free of charge to every visitor.
Illustrative photo Piano City Milano 2027: Piano Music Across the City
Piano City Milano 2027 turns all of Milan into a free piano festival from May 13 to 15, with hundreds of concerts at more than a hundred locations, from the Galleria d'Arte Moderna to private homes.
Illustrative photo Sagra del Limone Monterosso 2027 – Lemon Festival in Cinque Terre
The Sagra del Limone Monterosso 2027 takes place on 15 and 16 May in Monterosso al Mare in the Cinque Terre. This free festival celebrates the local lemon with limoncello, typical dishes, contests and a lively atmosphere. ```
Illustrative photo Vogalonga Venice – The Grand Rowing Regatta of the Lagoon
The <strong>Vogalonga</strong> takes place in Venice on 16 May 2027. Around 8,000 rowers from across the globe take on a 30 km non-competitive route through the lagoon, passing Murano, Burano and the Grand Canal. A unique celebration of Venetian rowing tradition.
Illustrative photo Vogalonga 2027 – Non-Competitive Rowing Regatta in Venice
The Vogalonga 2027 takes place on 16 May in Venice. This non-competitive rowing event covers about 30 kilometres through the lagoon and Grand Canal, attracting thousands of participants in traditional and modern boats.
Illustrative photo Le Infiorate di Spello 2027 – Flower Carpets, Program & Visitor Guide
At the end of May 2027 (May 29 & 30), the "Le Infiorate" festival transforms the streets of Spello (Umbria) into a sea of elaborate flower carpets. Experience the fascinating competition where artists spend Saturday night laying millions of petals, followed by the traditional Corpus Christi procession on Sunday morning.
Illustrative photo Cantine Aperte 2027: Italy's Open Wine Cellars Weekend
Cantine Aperte opens more than 1000 wineries across all of Italy on the last weekend of May, from Montalcino to Sicily. Entry is usually free or symbolic, while guided tastings and tours cost a few euros up to around 30 euros.