Tag: Festivals and Events

  • August in Italy: Weather, Holidays & Festivals

    In August, as Italians close shop and head to the beach or mountains, the tourist tide rolls in to cities like Rome, Milan, and Florence. There are still outdoor concerts, typically the continuation of festivals from July, and major sights are still open. But the pace of life in August is much hotter and slower…

    Faraglioni Rocks, Capri
  • September in Italy: Weather, Holidays & Festivals

    September (Settembre) is when you will find food festivals (sagre) dedicated to the flavors of autumn: porcini mushrooms, cinghiale, and more. A number of cities also celebrate their medieval traditions during September. September 19, the feast day of San Gennaro, is a local holiday in Naples. What is the Weather in Italy in September? Late…

    Festive street in Naples, Italy
  • May in Italy: Weather, Holidays & Festivals

    It’s May, which means that the calendar is full of food and flower festivals, new museum exhibits, and outdoor concerts.

    Ceri race in Gubbio, photo by Marco Signoretti
  • June in Italy: Weather, Holidays & Festivals

    Glorious June begins straight away with a celebration. Republic Day (Festa della Repubblica) takes place on 2 June with patriotic parades, particularly in Rome. Then summer truly gets underway.