Every year in the region of Tuscany there are a lot of traditional, exciting and colourful processions and celebrations. Attending these events is surely unforgettable.
Arezzo
- Giostra del Saracino (Joust of the Saracen)
First Sunday in September
Tilting contest of the 13th century with knights in armor
Florence
- Scoppio del Carro (Explosion of the Cart)
Easter Sunday
- Calcio Fiorentino (Soccer Match)
June 24th until 28th
Revival of a 16th century, soccer match in medieval costumes.
June 24th: fireworks display from the terraced gardens overlooking the city
Pisa
- Gioco del Ponte (Battle of the Bridge)
in June
Medieval parade and contest
- Regatta of the Great Maritime Republics
The friendly contest and historic regatta in which each of the former maritime republics (Amalfi, Genoa, Pisa and Venice) race for a price.
Sansepolcro
- Palio dei Balestrieri (The Palio of the Archers)
Last Sunday in May
Medieval crossbow contest between Gubbio and Sansepolcro with medieval costumes and arms.
Siena
- Palio
2nd of July and 16th of August
Procession and horse race. Participants are members of ancient city districts, competing for the banner (Palio). Colorful medieval pageantry.
Viareggio
- Carnevale (Carnival)
February/March
Information and reservations:
Carnevale di Viareggio
tel. +39 0584/962568
fax +39 0584/962891
segreteria[at]ilcarnevale[dot]com
www.viareggio.ilcarnevale.com
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