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Recurring events in Pisa Province
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Scuola Normale Concert Season
October to May
Teatro Verdi
PISA
The Scuola Normale concert season has always been characterized not only by the quality and
standing of its interpreters, but also by the great attention paid to the music of past ages
(Middle Ages, Renaissance, Baroque period), to modern and contemporary production to the
discovery and promotion of young musical talent.
The variety and abundance of the repertoire are aimed at promoting musical culture of both
the pupils and the public, and at stimulating the taste and sensibilities of the listeners.
Scuola Normale Superiore
050 509052
[email protected]
www.sns.it/it/attivitaculturali/concerti
Tickets: Teatro Verdi, Pisa
050 941111
www.teatrodipisa.pi.it
MUSIC AND SHOWS
Racing Season at the San Rossore Racetrack
October to May
San Rossore Estate
PISA
The San Rossore Racetrack is located on the estate of the same name, inside the Migliarino –
San Rossore – Massaciuccoli Natural Park.
The racetrack has a restaurant that is open every race day (and on others as well). It also
features a playground park, snack bar and café that is open every day.
Società Alfea
050 526111
[email protected]
www.sanrossore.it
SPORTS AND WELLNESS
PISA TOURIST BOARD
Events Office
[email protected]
050 929759
www.pisaunicaterra.it
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J a n u a r y – F e b r u a r y – M a r c h
Palio di Buti
17 January
BUTI
The first horse race of the year in Tuscany, the Palio in Buti, takes its origins from the religious
festival that is held on 17 January to celebrate St. Anthony, the protector of domestic animals.
According to a tradition dating back to the beginning of the 19th century, all of the domestic
animals in Buti were to be blessed by the parish priest. Of all the animals, the horse, being the
only method of locomotion, was particularly appreciated. After the horses had been blessed,
their owners would challenge each other to horse races. This custom brought about the
tradition of the Palio.
A parade of the seven districts is held in the morning; the race is run in the afternoon on a
750-metre track. Spectators can follow the competition from three seated platforms and on
three giant screens. The prize-giving takes place after the competition, with the "Cencio" being
awarded to the jockey from the winning district.
[email protected]
www.paliodibuti.org
TRADITIONS, FOLKLORE AND PAGEANTS
Santa Croce Carnival
February-March (Carnival period)
SANTA CROCE SULL’ARNO
An authentic folk festival where the inhabitants of Santa Croce turn their inspiration and
fantasy to creating masks of unique beauty and originality over four afternoon courses and one
night course. The four masked groups (Il Nuovo Astro, La Lupa, La Nuova Luna and Gli
Spensierati) put their all into the magnificent costumes covered in sequins, parading on the
"fossi" (the central square of the town) in a triumph of colours and choreography.
Carnival Committee
0571 34473
[email protected]
www.carnevalesantacrocese.it
TRADITIONS, FOLKLORE AND PAGEANTS
PISA TOURIST BOARD
Events Office
[email protected]
050 929759
www.pisaunicaterra.it
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Gustopolis
March
MONTOPOLI IN VAL D’ARNO
The typical Tuscan flavours are celebrated in a market displaying prized food and wine
products and in satellite events such as tasting workshops, typical cuisine in local restaurants
and in the special Gustopolis inns.
Food lovers will have an opportunity to discover, taste, offer their opinion on and purchase
selected typical food and wine.
Montopoli Tourist Promotion
0571 449024 • www.montopoli.net/index_780-3.php
FOOD AND WINE • FAIRS, MARKETS AND EXHIBITIONS
Pisan New Year
25 March
PISA
The Pisans traditionally make the beginning of the new year coincide with midday on 25 March,
when the sunrays filtering through a window of Pisa Cathedral hit a point above the Giovanni
Pisano pulpit.
Pisa is thus the first city in the world to celebrate the new year, nine months prior to the
official calendar date. The Pisan calendar was officially in effect until 1749, when, by grand
ducal edict, it was aligned with the Gregorian calendar. Celebrations begin at 11.30am with the
historical parade that leads to the Cathedral, followed by a mass and the solemn proclamation
of the New Year.
Municipality of Pisa
[email protected]
TRADITIONS, FOLKLORE AND PAGEANTS
Basket Procession
Easter Monday
SANTA MARIA A MONTE
The life of saintliness and devotion to the needy of the Blessed Diana, the town’s patron saint,
is commemorated every year on Easter Monday with the Basket Procession (Processione delle
Paniere). The name is derived from the fact that young girls carry baskets of flowers on their
heads along the path that leads to the chapel dedicated to the Blessed Diana. Originally, a
small barrel of oil was carried along with the flowers. It was used to keep the lamp placed by
the remains of Diana lit.
Tourist Office • 0587 704254
[email protected] • www.santamariaamonte.com
TRADITIONS, FOLKLORE AND PAGEANTS
PISA TOURIST BOARD
Events Office
[email protected]
050 929759
www.pisaunicaterra.it
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A p r i l – M a y
Agrifiera
Late April – Early May
Parco della Pace di Pontasserchio
SAN GIULIANO TERME
The Agrifiera is a trade fair that specializes in agriculture, handcrafts and animal husbandry.
Aside from numerous sales points for plants and flowers, farm animals, agricultural machinery,
garden furniture and handcrafted products, there are also sample booths and local products for
sale, a cattle, sheep and horse show, areas dedicated to children and taste workshops.
Bad Tölz, San Giuliano’s sister town in Bavaria, is represented by a booth serving beer, cold
cuts and other typical products.
Municipality of San Giuliano Terme
050 819280
www.agrifieraonline.it
FAIRS, MARKETS, EXHIBITIONS
Nozza Festival
Mid-May
CALCINAIA
The Nozza is a typical local cake that finds its origin in peasant tradition. It is a delicious coneshaped waffle with anise and liqueur flavour that is excellent when eaten alone as well as when
it is filled with whipped cream.
Formerly served during weddings (hence, its name), now the Nozza is prepared by local
housewives according to the traditional recipe. During the Festival, dozens of booths are set up
along the old town streets that are filled with a crowd of gourmands.
Municipality of Calcinaia
www.comune.calcinaia.pi.it/manifestazioni.php
FOOD AND WINE
FAIRS, MARKETS, EXHIBITIONS
PISA TOURIST BOARD
Events Office
[email protected]
050 929759
www.pisaunicaterra.it
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Wheeled-boat race
Third Sunday of May
CASTELFRANCO DI SOTTO
The Palio dei Barchini con le Ruote (a race involving wheeled boats) was created to revive the
ancient tradition of the boat race held on the Arno by Castelfranco’s sand-diggers on important
occasions.
Today's competition is held on the street with the distinctive wheeled boats driven by two
oarsmen. Each boat represents one of the four village districts. The competition is preceded by
a procession in historical costume with musicians and flag wavers. Collateral events include a
mini-palio, the Palio Rosa, a tug-o-war and a medieval dinner.
Municipality of Castelfranco di Sotto
0571 4871
www.comune.castelfranco-di-sotto.pi.it/site/palio.asp
TRADITIONS, FOLKLORE AND PAGEANTS
Cherry Festival
Late May – Early June
LARI
Lari’s Cherry Festival is one of Tuscany's oldest festivals that usually takes place on the last
weekend in May and the first weekend in June. The festival features artistic and cultural events
and a hugely popular food stand. Obviously the true star is the Lari cherry, offered in its 19
traditional varieties, with their differing but intense flavours, also due to the fruit being fully
ripe in this period.
The local cherry producers set up stands in the main town square, offering baskets of fresh
fruit and also products, such as conserves and liqueurs, derived from the red berries.
Vivi Lari Tourist Promotion
0587 684125
www.prolocolari.it
www.ciliegiadilari.it/sagraciliegie.php
FOOD AND WINE
FAIRS, MARKETS AND EXHIBITIONS
PISA TOURIST BOARD
Events Office
[email protected]
050 929759
www.pisaunicaterra.it
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J u n e – J u l y
Utopia del Buongusto
Mid-June to Mid-September
VARIOUS LOCALITIES
Some fifty theatrical and musical performances held in various localities and accompanied by
dinner for those who wish. All against a backdrop of hamlets, farmhouses, town squares,
farmyards, castles, towers and public parks. Food, good wine and laughter framed by the
beautiful Tuscan countryside.
Guascone Teatro Association
0587 608533
[email protected]
www.guasconeteatro.it/utopia.php
THEATRE, CINEMA, DANCE
San Ranieri Illuminations
16 June
PISA
The San Ranieri Illuminations are set up in Pisa in the evening of June 16 in anticipation of the
patron saint’s day. Some seventy thousand wax candles are placed in smooth, transparent
glasses and hung from white painted wooden frames designed to emphasise the outlines of the
buildings, bridges, churches and towers that line the Pisan Lungarni (river embankments).
Oil lamps illuminate the Leaning Tower and are also placed along the battlements of the wall
that encloses the Field of Miracles. Hundreds of candles are also set afloat on the river. The
charming event concludes with a firework display.
Municipality of Pisa – Historical Events Office
050 910506
[email protected]
www.comune.pisa.it/turismo/manifestazionistoriche/luminara-it.htm
TRADITIONS, FOLKLORE AND PAGEANTS
PISA TOURIST BOARD
Events Office
[email protected]
050 929759
www.pisaunicaterra.it
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San Ranieri Historical Regatta
17 June
PISA
On the afternoon of Pisa’s patron saint’s day four vessels representing the four ancient districts
of the city take to the Arno to compete in a regatta in commemoration of the city’s maritime
tradition. Each district sports its colours: white and red for San Martino, white and green for
Sant'Antonio, white and pale blue for Santa Maria and white and yellow for San Francesco.
The fixed-seat boats with eight oarsmen and a cox challenge one another on an upstream
route measuring one and a half kilometres. The final victory is not decided by the order of the
boats across the finish line, but depends on the agility of the climber that accompanies each
crew. Once across the finish line, the climber must scale one of the four ropes to the top of a
ten-metre-high mast and grab the blue banner of victory. A pair of geese is awarded to the
crew who come last.
Municipality of Pisa – Historical Events Office
050 910506 • [email protected]
http://www.comune.pisa.it/turismo/manifestazionistoriche/paliosanranieri-gb.htm
TRADITIONS, FOLKLORE AND PAGEANTS
Gioco del Ponte
Last Saturday of June
PISA
The first recorded edition of the Gioco del Ponte (Game of the Bridge) dates from 1568. Being
involved in direct physical clashes, combatants were fitted with armour, a helmet and a
‘targone’, a sort wooden shield over a metre long which was also used, rather improperly, as a
weapon. On account of the violent nature of the fights Grand Duke Peter Leopold refused to
consent to any further battles following the 1785 edition.
In modern times the Gioco was resumed in 1935 with the same format as the editions of old.
The post-war period saw the invention of a mechanical device intended to avoid direct clashes,
a sort of large trolley that the competing factions (Tramontana and Mezzogiorno) push in
opposite directions in a strenuous attempt to “capture” the bridge.
The fight is preceded by a 700-strong historical procession in which Tramontana and
Mezzogiorno troops parade on the river embankments to meet at the Ponte di Mezzo.
Municipality of Pisa – Historical Events Office
050 910506 • [email protected]
http://www.comune.pisa.it/turismo/manifestazionistoriche/giocoponte-gb.htm
TRADITIONS, FOLKLORE AND PAGEANTS
PISA TOURIST BOARD
Events Office
[email protected]
050 929759
www.pisaunicaterra.it
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Concerti sotto la Torre
June - July
Piazza dei Miracoli
PISA
The Concerti sotto la Torre (Concerts under the Tower) provide an opportunity to enjoy fine
music in a relaxed atmosphere in an evocative and informal setting. The cosy setting enclosed
by the simple, relaxing architecture of the cloister of the Museum of the Cathedral enhances
the listener’s experience, making a charming complement to the music played, ranging from
jazz to classical and chamber music.
Opera Primaziale Pisana
050 835029
[email protected]
www.opapisa.it
MUSIC AND SHOWS
Miss Cicciona
Early July
FORCOLI (PALAIA)
Every year Miss Cicciona (Miss Fatty) men and women of all ages coming from all over Italy
parade on the catwalk – as long as they weigh more than 100 kg (the ladies) and 150 kg (the
gentlemen). Increasing success has brought the contest to the limelight in Italy and abroad.
Participants and winners have become testimonials of a lifestyle in which showing off on the
catwalk is not a prerogative of skinny models but a right that everyone should have to express
themselves, whether they are ‘bony’ or ‘soft’ as long as it is fun.
0587 629719/628135
[email protected]
www.misscicciona.it
MUSIC AND SHOWS
PISA TOURIST BOARD
Events Office
[email protected]
050 929759
www.pisaunicaterra.it
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Certosa Festival
June – July
Charterhouse
CALCI
The inner lawn of the Calci Charterhouse and other settings, such as the church and refectory
buildings, host the sounds, voices, choir music, actors and images of the Festival.
The Certosa Festival chiefly features programmes by young artists and new contemporary art
and performance talent. The festival is centred on blending disciplines to combine song, music,
theatre and dance and most of the shows are produced by the festival and see the
participation of prominent national figures.
Teatro di Pisa
050 941111 • www.multimediaproduzioni.com
THEATRE, CINEMA, DANCE • MUSIC AND SHOWS
La Luna è Azzurra
Early July
SAN MINIATO
La Luna è Azzurra (The Moon is Blue) is an appointment with the best Italian and international
puppet theatre. Each year the festival features around thirty companies and welcomes
approximately 12,000 spectators. It is the most important marionette, puppet and shadow
theatre event in Italy. This festival spreads to all towns with puppet booths, stages and
platforms which fit perfectly amidst the ancient buildings, towers, squares and churches, all
transformed into a huge stage.
Terzo Studio Association
www.terzostudio.it/pages/organizzazione/lunazzurra.htm
THEATRE, CINEMA, DANCE
Un Castello di Suoni – Classical music festival
Early July
VILLAGES AROUND SAN MINIATO
Un Castello di Suoni (A Castle of Sounds) is a musical event organized by the Municipality of
San Miniato and designed to stage a project aimed at developing and rediscovering classical
music as a relaxing and socializing cultural activity. A true musical gala with performances held
in medieval castles, farms and out-of-the-way hamlets. The initiative is intended to promote
the charming smaller towns and villages in the district, thus "decongesting" the historical
centre of San Miniato.
San Miniato Promozione
0571 42745 • www.cittadisanminiato.it
MUSIC AND SHOWS
PISA TOURIST BOARD
Events Office
[email protected]
050 929759
www.pisaunicaterra.it
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Theatre Festival
Mid-July
SAN MINIATO
The Istituto Dramma Popolare organizes theatrical and artistic events with the aim of providing
an insight into the so-called Teatro dello Spirito, that part of drama that raises the question of
the meaning of life. With this objective in mind, the Istituto Dramma Popolare promotes a
range of initiatives, some strictly theatrical, others relating to a more generically cultural
theme (conventions, courses, seminars, publications).
Istituto Dramma Popolare Foundation
0571 400955
[email protected]
www.drammapopolare.it
THEATRE, CINEMA, DANCE
DANCE
11 Lune a Peccioli
July
PECCIOLI
11 Lune a Peccioli (11 Moons in Peccioli) is a festival with a high artistic profile held at the
Anfiteatro Fonte Mazzolla, whose stage has hosted such artists as Gabriele Lavia, Alessandro
Benvenuti, Renzo Arbore, Salvatore Accardo, Andrea Buscemi and Lucia Poli.
11 Lune a Peccioli closes with Luna in Festa: an evening illuminated with fireworks dedicated to
merrymaking and fun!
“Peccioli Per” Foundation
0587 672158
[email protected]
www.fondarte.peccioli.net
MUSIC AND SHOWS
PISA TOURIST BOARD
Events Office
[email protected]
050 929759
www.pisaunicaterra.it
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Sete Sois Sete Luas Festival
Second half of July
PONTEDERA
The Sete Sois Sete Luas Festival is organized by a cultural network of thirty cities of ten
countries: Brazil, Cape Verde, Croatia, France, Greece, Israel, Italy, Morocco, Portugal and
Spain. It promotes folk music and plastic art projects, with the participation of great figures
from the Mediterranean and Atlantic cultures. The primary aims of the Festival are intercultural communication and the mobility of artists from the member countries.
Sete Sois Sete Luas Festival
0587 476013 • [email protected] • www.7sois7luas.com
MUSIC AND SHOWS
Musicastrada Festival
July – August
VARIOUS VENUES
The festival comprises a series of concerts beginning in mid-July and continuing until the end
of August. The concerts are held in venues which, despite their physical proximity, have
features so varied that they can draw music lovers wishing to discover an “alternative”
territory that is rich in traditions and typical products and cuisine.
The national photography competition, "Fotografando la Musica" (photographing music) is
open to all and calls for photographs taken in any part of the world, obviously as long as they
are inspired by a musical theme.
[email protected] • www.musicastrada.it
MUSIC AND SHOWS
Roman Theatre Festival
July
VOLTERRA
The International Roman Theatre Festival was created with the purpose of holding a mini
review aimed at promoting the Volterra archaeological site, which is, to all intents and
purposes, the most important archaeological evidence of the Roman spirit in Tuscany.
The number of performances in the festival has grown over the years despite limited funds
thanks to the generosity of numerous artists who have been captivated by the project and
have supported it with their presence, often at no charge. The performances include not only
theatre, but also music, dance and poetry.
Volterra Valdicecina Valdera Tourist Consortium
0588 87257 • www.teatroromanovolterra.it
THEATRE, CINEMA, DANCE
PISA TOURIST BOARD
Events Office
[email protected]
050 929759
www.pisaunicaterra.it
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Volterra Teatro
Second half of July
VOLTERRA
The great stage of Volterra Teatro has established itself as the perfect meeting place for actors
and theatre-goers. Every year the festival proposes innovative ideas and concepts to
encourage the spread of new theatrical and artistic languages. A theatre that blurs the borders
between drama, dance, video, visual arts and artistic research in all fields. This experimental
character has progressively redefined the identity of the Festival by proposing artistic projects
through which workshops and meetings conducted by guest artists are presented alongside the
performances.
Volterra Teatro
0588 81630
[email protected]
www.volterrateatro.it
THEATRE, CINEMA, DANCE
Andrea Bocelli in concert
July
Teatro del Silenzio
LAJATICO
A super-cast makes its way to the Teatro del Silenzio, the wonderful natural amphitheatre set
deep in the Pisan countryside. The theatre, conceived by Andrea Bocelli, opens its doors once a
year to the greatest names on the international scene for a unique and unrepeatable show.
Each year a different artistic installation is placed in the centre of the theatre lake that
characterizes the set design.
Municipality of Lajatico
0587 643121
[email protected]
www.teatrodelsilenzio.com
MUSIC AND SHOWS
PISA TOURIST BOARD
Events Office
[email protected]
050 929759
www.pisaunicaterra.it
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A u g u s t
Volterra Jazz
Early August
VOLTERRA
Each summer the Volterra Jazz festival presents a full programme of original projects capable
of weaving dialogue with the tradition of jazz and other musical cultures in the marvellous
frame of Piazza dei Priori.
Volterra Valdicecina Valdera Tourist Consortium
0588 87257 • www.volterra-jazz.net
MUSIC AND SHOWS
Miss Italia Regional Finals
Late August
Piazza Garibaldi
CASCIANA TERME
For the past 25 years, the Piazza delle Terme has been the setting of the closing night of the
many selections that are held throughout Tuscany. For those young ladies from Tuscany who
aspire for the title of Miss Italia, Casciana Terme is the turning point of their dreams.
It is here that the most beautiful and luckiest girl of all will proudly wear the ribbon that will
take her to the national finals.
Casciana Terme Promotion Office
0587 646258 • [email protected] • www.comune.cascianaterme.pi.it
MUSIC AND SHOWS
Volterra AD 1398 – Medieval Week
Late August
VOLTERRA
Fiery steeds, bold knights, nobles, ladies, craft workers and merchants, townsfolk and farmers,
flag wavers and archers, musicians and jesters cast a spell that transports the mysterious and
magical town of Volterra into the Middle Ages. The ‘Grosso Volterrano’ is the only currency in
circulation for the entire duration of the festival. This currency can be obtained from the
“Offizio Cambio” (Exchange office) and is used to purchase craft products, wine, food, and
everything else. The highlight of the event, the "Giornata di festa nell’Anno Domini 1398”, is
held from dawn to dusk on the third and fourth Sundays of August.
Volterra Valdicecina Valdera Tourist Consortium
0588 87257 • www.volterra1398.it
TRADITIONS, FOLKLORE AND PAGEANTS
PISA TOURIST BOARD
Events Office
[email protected]
050 929759
www.pisaunicaterra.it
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S e p t e m b e r
Settembre Sangiulianese (San Giuliano September Festival)
Late August to Early October
Cava di Nord Est
SAN GIULIANO TERME
Starting in late August and continuing for over a month, San Giuliano offers a full programme
of theatre, music, dance, exhibits, cultural events and tours of the territory.
The programme is split into three sections:
• A theatre festival hosting major names on the national scene of all-female presentations;
• Music and dance from the popular tradition of European and South American countries with
a mini-festival of Jazz music;
• A festival dedicated to theatre and music.
There are also exhibits by artists that are linked to the area of San Giuliano, book
presentations as well as athletics events.
Municipality of San Giuliano Terme
050 819248
[email protected]
www.comune.sangiulianoterme.pisa.it
THEATRE, CINEMA, DANCE
MUSIC AND SHOWS
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Astiludio – Flag waving contest
First Sunday of September
VOLTERRA
The word astiludio is derived from the Medieval Latin astiludium (hasta = flag, ludus = game,
festival). The event is meant to revive Volterra’s old flag waving traditions and to provide an
opportunity for friendship between the local flag wavers and their counterparts from other
Italian cities boasting a similar heritage.
A stroll through Volterra is a walk six centuries back in time, amid soldiers and crossbowmen,
knights and ladies, heralds, flag bearers and multi-coloured flags spinning to the roll of drums
and blare of the clarions in a truly unique setting.
Gruppo Storico Sbandieratori e Balestrieri Città di Volterra
0588 85440
www.sbandieratorivolterra.it
TRADITIONS,
TRADITIONS, FOLKLORE AND PAGEANTS
PISA TOURIST BOARD
Events Office
[email protected]
050 929759
www.pisaunicaterra.it
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Medieval Festival
First weekend of September
VICOPISANO
The Vicopisano Medieval Festival has grown in importance over the years, primarily as a result
of the happy union between the charm of the old town and the convincing reconstruction of the
medieval setting: historical groups, military camps, travelling musicians and themed theatrical
shows staged in a uniquely beautiful architectural setting make this Festival a thoroughly
stimulating and intense experience for visitors.
Festival Secretariat
050 796117
www.comune.vicopisano.pi.it
TRADITIONS, FOLKLORE AND PAGEANTS
Archery Contest
September
MONTOPOLI IN VAL D’ARNO
A two-day return to the Middle Ages in a setting noted for its attention to detail and for
concealing all signs of modern times. Visitors can relive scenes from everyday medieval life:
walking through a medieval market, encountering armed combat, ladies and knights, taking
part in a medieval feast with entertainment by storytellers and fire-eating shows. The
programme of events features performances by archers, flag wavers and historical groups
from all of Tuscany.
There is an opportunity to take part in the medieval dinner on Saturday evening, with waiters
in costume and period dishes. On Sunday various restaurant outlets are set up throughout the
hamlet and inns offer typical dishes of the Tuscan tradition.
Montopoli Promotion Office
0571 449024
www.montopoli.net/index_780-3.php
TRADITIONS, FOLKLORE AND PAGEANTS
PISA TOURIST BOARD
Events Office
[email protected]
050 929759
www.pisaunicaterra.it
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Grapes and Wine Festival
September
TERRICCIOLA
The second and third Sundays of September see Terricciola host the province's oldest wine
festival. The festival features typical wine show markets, food and wine stands, themed
evenings, exhibitions, craft markets, entertainment and musical shows, street artists, guided
tours and archaeological itineraries.
Municipality of Terricciola
0587 65651
www.comune.terricciola.pi.it
FOOD AND WINE
FAIRS, MARKETS, EXHIBITIONS
Owl Festival
29 September
CRESPINA
Crespina celebrates its patron saint with a festival dedicated to the owl, a bird that was once
extensively used for hunting. Over time, the festival has left a particular mark in the town: the
only square is called "delle Civette" (of the owls) and a bronze monument has been dedicated
to the bird, represented in hunting position.
Crespina has been home to an owl training centre since 1966. The breeders come together
during the September festival to exhibit their bird and show their ability. The evening sees the
girls of the town competing for the title of Miss Civetta.
Municipality of Crespina
050 634711
www.crespinaintoscana.it
FAIRS, MARKETS, EXHIBITIONS
PISA TOURIST BOARD
Events Office
[email protected]
050 929759
www.pisaunicaterra.it
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O c t o b e r – N o v e m b e r
Montescudaio D.O.C. Wine Fair
Early October
MONTESCUDAIO
Inaugurated in 1968 as a local wine festival, Montescudaio’s D.O.C. Wine Fair at Montescudaio
is held every year on the first Sunday of October.
Municipality of Montescudaio
www.comunemontescudaio.pi.it
FOOD AND WINE
FAIRS, MARKETS, EXHIBITIONS
Anima Mundi
September - October
Field of Miracles
PISA
Since its creation in 2001, the religious music festival Anima Mundi has become a fixed
appointment with the most prominent artists of the genre. Top class interpreters perform
works by great composers where voices, choirs and orchestras from all over the world are led
by conductors such as Riccardo Muti and Zubin Mehta, to name but a few.
The festival is divided into eight-nine concerts which are held in the unrivalled frame of the
Cathedral and in the charming settings the Monumental Cemetery and the cloister of the
Museum of the Cathedral.
Opera Primaziale Pisana
050 835029
[email protected]
www.opapisa.it
MUSIC AND SHOWS
PISA TOURIST BOARD
Events Office
[email protected]
050 929759
www.pisaunicaterra.it
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San Luca Fair
October
Piazza del Commercio
PONTEDERA
One of the oldest fairs in Tuscany, comprising an exposition of agricultural machinery, animal
husbandry, floral and garden breeding and auto-caravans in the Piazza del Commercio and the
Via del Mercato, regional food, wine and olive oil in the Palazzo di Sapori, houseware, small
electric tools and clothing in the Quartiere dell’Artigianato, furniture and lighting equipment in
the Quartiere del Commercio.
Municipality of Pontedera
0587 53354
[email protected]
www.comune.pontedera.pi.it
FAIRS, MARKETS, EXHIBITIONS
Pisa Book Festival – Independent Publishers’ Fair
October
Conference Hall and Stazione Leopolda
PISA
The main autumn appointment dedicated to independent publishers includes Pisa Book Junior
an event dedicated to children and teenagers.
The area dedicated to children, set up in rooms at the Stazione Leopolda, will be added to the
usual publishing festival usually held at the Conference Hall.
Pisa Book Festival Association
050 563253
[email protected]
www.pisabookfestival.com
ART AND CULTURE
CULTURE
FAIRS, MARKETS, EXHIBITIONS
PISA TOURIST BOARD
Events Office
[email protected]
050 929759
www.pisaunicaterra.it
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Dolcemente
Late October
Stazione Leopolda
PISA
Every year the city of the Leaning Tower offers the most exquisite and refined Tuscan cakes
and desserts: an unmissable opportunity to discover authentic hand-made products and to
visit monuments, cities, medieval villages and some of the most evocative landscapes in
Tuscany. Dolcemente sees the participation of producers that have placed Pisa and its province
among the principal European centres for the production of high quality chocolate and
desserts: these delicacies are selected based upon ancient recipes as well as the use of
ingredients of the highest quality.
“Casa della Città Leopolda” Association
050 21531
[email protected]
www.dolcementepisa.it
FOOD AND WINE
FAIRS, MARKETS, EXHIBITIONS
Volterragusto
October - November
VOLTERRA
A calendar of events entirely dedicated to food and typical products. Events are organised by
the local truffle diggers’ association, the Colline Pisane Olive Oil Promotion Committee, the
Volterra Sheep Cheese Association and the Slow Food representatives of Volterra and the
Upper Val di Cecina. A programme filled with initiatives that showcase the high quality of
typical products from the Val di Cecina.
Volterra Valdicecina Valdera Tourist Consortium
0588 87257 • [email protected] • www.volterragusto.com
FOOD AND WINE • FAIRS, MARKETS AND EXHIBITIONS
PISA TOURIST BOARD
Events Office
[email protected]
050 929759
www.pisaunicaterra.it
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National White Truffle Fair
Last three weekends of November
SAN MINIATO
The stands of the various producers are located in different parts of the old city: truffles, wine
and olive oil in the Piazza Duomo, cured meats, cheeses and regional liqueurs in the Piazza
della Repubblica, organic produce and craftwork under the San Domenico arcade and in the
Piazza del Popolo.
The "Laboratori del Gusto" (Taste Workshops) offer the chance to sample pecorino cheese,
truffles, honey and chocolate. A brimming calendar of shows and events, including the Tuscan
Book Fair, a wine tasting festival and a truffle dogs’ digging competition make the ideal
complement for the truffles and other culinary specialities on offer.
San Miniato Promozione
0571 42745
[email protected]
www.cittadisanminiato.it
FOOD AND WINE
FAIRS, MARKETS, EXHIBITIONS
Monti Pisani Olive Oil Festival
November
BUTI – CALCI – SAN GIULIANO TERME – VECCHIANO – VICOPISANO
In addition to the stands of local oil producers, the festival includes guided tastings, taste
workshops, visits to the oil mills, meetings and round tables, dinners, entertainment and
musical performances.
Municipality of Calci
050 9910683
[email protected]
www.comune.calci.pi.it/ufficio.php?id=19
FOOD AND WINE
FAIRS, MARKETS, EXHIBITIONS
PISA TOURIST BOARD
Events Office
[email protected]
050 929759
www.pisaunicaterra.it
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D e c e m b e r
PisaUnicaTerra DiVino
First week of December
Stazione Leopolda
PISA
The major local wine fair PisaUnicaTerra DiVino offers visitors a chance to discover and taste
the wines produced in Pisa Province, offered by the producers themselves with the backing of
the sommeliers’ associations. All you need to do is purchase a glass at Pisa's Stazione
Leopolda. Workshops and tastings make the event even more enticing.
Pisa Province – Rural Development Dept.
050 929627
[email protected]
www.pisaunicaterra.it
FOOD AND WINE
FAIRS, MARKETS, EXHIBITIONS
Christmas Concert
December
Field of Miracles
PISA
During the Christmas period the Opera Primaziale offers a free concert to the city of Pisa to
reinforce the deep bond between the citizens and the Field of Miracles.
During the concert the President in office takes the opportunity to illustrate the main projects,
events and initiatives that have characterized the activity of the Opera during the year.
Opera Primaziale Pisana
050 835029
www.opapisa.it
MUSIC AND SHOWS
PISA TOURIST BOARD
Events Office
[email protected]
050 929759
www.pisaunicaterra.it
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Fiabesque
Late December – January (Christmas period)
PECCIOLI
Performances, lights, colours and wonder: every winter Fiabesque attracts children of all ages
to the world of fairytales in the centre of Peccioli. An occasion of warmth and stirring poetry
that spans the months of December and January. From the Tuscan hills the event has become
a multi-coloured ambassador to the world of the thousands of messages and facets of
fairytales.
[email protected]
www.fiabesque.org
CHILDREN
MUSIC AND SHOWS
PISA TOURIST BOARD
Events Office
[email protected]
050 929759
www.pisaunicaterra.it