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Italy hosts diverse summer cultural and traditional festivals
Various regions across Italy are hosting diverse cultural and traditional events during the summer season. In Siena, the Palio dell’Assunta is set to take place, featuring ten competing Contrade in a historic horse race.
In Messina, the Processione della Vara has prompted local authorities to implement strict security and traffic measures for the August 15th event. Meanwhile, Piedmont is promoting its historical heritage through the Castelli Aperti initiative, opening dozens of castles and villas to the public.
Musical and artistic programs are also widespread, including the Culture Sonore project in Ravello, the SI Fest photography festival in Savignano sul Rubicone, and the International Academy of Mandolin and Guitar in Acqui Terme. Other local festivities include the Wine & Folk Festival in Jesolo and various gastronomic fairs such as the Sagra degli Antichi Sapori in Gioia Sannitica.
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Alex Britti · Casalborsetti · Gatteo Mare · Italy · Jesolo · Messina · Piccoli Grandi Cuori · Piemonte · Ravello · Siena · Voices of Joy
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] The 36th edition of 'Al chiaro di luna in Appennino' features a Mozart-dedicated concert in Garfagnolo on August 18.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Quartetto Recondite Armonie will perform the 'Amadeus: tra chiesa e corte' concert.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The fifth edition of the Pieve in Musica festival will take place from September 5 to 20, 2026, in Viguzzolo. tortonaoggi.it
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Alberto Carnevale Ricci is the director of the Pieve in Musica festival. tortonaoggi.it